Qu'ran (not errancy)

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>STEVE CR

>I read the Qu'ran a little while ago, but in a KJV type of translation.

>Could I have some suggestions as to a good modern translation, preferably

>with some notes. Also, in New Testament studies there are standard

>introductions to the field, e.g. Kummel, Bultmann, etc - which discusses

>authorship, the content, the style, the date, etc, etc of each book. What

>kind of introductions are there to the Qu'ran which are worth reading.


ADNAN
Most Muslims claim that Muhammad Asad's translations, "The Message of the
Quran," is the best English translation. I haven't read it. It's expensive
(about $50). You can buy it from IBTS (Islamic Books and Tapes Supply)

http://www.itsibts.com 

Yusuf Ali's translation is cheap, and he has extensive notes, but his
English is KJ type. I have heard that Muhammad Ali's translation is also good 
with commentary (this is by Ahmadya sect)

For introduction to the Quran, check out "Introduction to the Qur'an" by W.
Mongomerry Watt and Richard Bell. 

Also, many resources are available on the web. 


 

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