The Quran Beheld: An English Translation from the Arabic

by Nuh Ha Mim Keller

“This is a well-crafted and methodical translation that conserves to the extent humanly possible poetical effect and linguistic precision all at once.” Wael B. Hallaq, Columbia University “The Quran Beheld is the first reliable plenary translation of the Quran into English.” Kevin A. Reinhart, Dartmouth College. “Absolutely the best translation I have encountered.” Kenneth Honerkamp, University of Georgia “Keller’s new translation is clear and accurate, the result of mastery and patience.“ Jonathan AC Brown, Georgetown University The Quran Beheld is the most definitive and accurate translation of the Quran ever produced. Unlike other translations that fail to capture the profound beauty and eloquence of the Arabic original, The Quran Beheld presents the timeless message in a way that is accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Over two decades in the making, Sheikh Nuh Keller's extensive study of Tafsir (exegesis) and Balagha (rhetoric) has uncovered layers of meaning and subtlety in the Quran that were previously inaccessible to English-speaking readers. Every single word of the Quran was examined more than twice, in light of the commentaries by the greatest scholars of the Quran. The result is an entirely new encounter with the Revelation that allows readers to experience the Quran's message like never before. Not only does this landmark translation offer unparalleled accuracy and readability, but it also includes unique features that make it the perfect daily An index for readers to discover subjects in the Quran such as gratitude, hope, parenthood, depression, and more; "Themes of Surah's" provide a short summary of each surah, highlighting the unity of the Quran's message; Biographies of famous Islamic scholars, providing a window into their lives, works, and historical significance. Experience the Quran's message like never before with The Quran Beheld – a translation that will help you understand Allah's message to mankind.

Genres: Islam, Religion

695 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 2022

About the author

Nuh Ha Mim Keller (born 1954) is an American Muslim translator of Islamic books and a specialist in Islamic law, as well as being authorised by Abd al-Rahman al-Shaghouri as a sheikh in sufism in the Shadhili Order. He is one of the foremost Muslim theologians and experts on Sufism in the West. Keller was born in 1954 in the Northwestern United States. He studied philosophy and Arabic at the University of Chicago, located in Chicago, Illinois, and the University of California, Los Angeles, located in Los Angeles, California. Keller converted to Islam from Christianity in 1977.

His English translation of Umdat al-Salik (Reliance of the Traveller) was the first Islamic legal work in a European language to receive the certification of Al-Azhar University. This translation has led to this work becoming influential among Western Muslims. In addition to his authorization to be a spiritual guide, Nuh Ha Mim Keller possesses ijazas, or "certificates of authorisation", in Islamic jurisprudence from scholars in Syria and Jordan.

Reviews

[Miroku Nemeth]

The introduction alone should merit 5 stars.

It's an amazing work from a true scholar who has brought some of the best translations of classic Islamic works into English.

Many passages are beautiful and poetic. Others are too full of archaic language that only obfuscates meaning. For example, the repeated use of the word "viand." Why?

I just was worried that if I left a five star review that someone would think that this is the one translation to depend upon. I was hoping for that. It isn't.

Could Shaikh Nuh write that translation of the meaning? I have no doubt. I wish he would do a translation with tafsir to be printed. I haven't looked at the extensive connected resources online, but I wanted to leave a review of this particular text as it is.

I read about two-thirds of the text collectively with a group of brothers weekly, and I do think that this reflects how we all felt.

But we are very thankful and appreciative of Shaikh Nuh's work and hope that none of this is taken as disrespect, but just honest critique from those who have the utmost respect for Shaikh Nuh's scholarly integrity. I've been reading and using his works for three decades.

[Ptemp]

After reading the introduction of this work, looks like the author decisively made a case that it is by far the first proper translation of the Quran.

Introduction is free on their website: https://quranbeheldtafsir.com/introdu...

[Ismail Khan]

This translation exhibits a commendable mastery of the English language and expert knowledge of the Quranic sciences.

The arrangement of verses in a succinct, line-by-line format significantly enhances the reader's immersion and rhythm. Personally, I experienced a profound sense of contemplation and introspection as a result of this stylistic choice.

There are numerous other noteworthy aspects of this translation worthy of commendation, with the above example merely serving as a glimpse into its overall excellence.