Book Review: The Study Quran | Dr. Shabir Ally 

You do a very good job of explaining matters and showing that Muslims are actually educated and reasonable people. Thank you for your efforts.

Very helpful for Christians to better understand Islam as well.

Thank you, May Allah bless you, Dr. Shabir and everyone supporting this program.

Yes you may ask. I I am studying Quran for personal reasons as a seeker of knowledge and truth.

I got mine a couple weeks ago, and I've been loving it. I've wanted it for 2 years, but it was pricey (and of course, I wanted the nicest edition, astaghfarullah...).

Thanks for this good and objective review. I've been hearing people either exclusively criticizing or exclusively praising this work, and I've wondered what its actual strengths and weaknesses are. This is really helpful!

Very informative video. Just the info I was hoping to get about the Study Quran.

I am in the middle of reading the study Qur'an and, although I am not a Muslim scholar, I really appreciate the commentary on different schools of thought. I think it's especially important for the non scholars (Muslim or not) to learn about the different schools of thought ayat by ayat. The other miscellaneous commentary is extremely insightful

جزاك الله خيراً for their comprehensive review. My sister brought this book to my attention and I’d love to get it now after watching your review

Very enlighten on the pro and cons regarding the books. Thanks quranspeaks.

a very objective and enlightening discussion.....thanks !

Doctor Shabir honestly is refreshing. I wish I could actually learn Quarn by this honest doctor.

Dr Shabir Ally is an amazing scholar. I just come here to the channel for any doubt. You should start a course that is done by Dr Shabir himself. It'll be a great help. We need scholars who deal with the issues of today and make proper interpretations that actually fit today

Very interesting, it gives a good idea of the content of the book, comparing pros and cons has been very useful, jazak Allahu khairan kathiran

Thanks a lot for a comprehensive and honest review !!

I'm currently reading "The Study Quran", it is a very interesting edition.

Asalam alaikum Alhamdulillah Just received mine today. So happy!!!

Thank you for bringing attention to this book, the summer 2023 I came across this book in the library in Brooklyn and I felt bad for not being able to appreciate it and read it, now I understand importance of this book and it really is wonderful that it exists

is there a study quran in print today which includes both modern and classical commentaries? that would be beautiful

To repeat a question that doesn't seem to have been answered: What commentary does Dr. David Ally recommend for the common person? In light of Dr. All's expressed opinion about the Study Quran 's commentary, I think it important to provide a commentary suggestion for the common person.

It is very marvellous discussion about the translation of Husaain Nasr every aspect of its study is discussed it is an academic strength but still it is a mean of misunderstanding for the beginners...

What is to expect, same traditional commentaries, and text with diacritical marks and vowels as the 1924 standard. What if we remove diacritical marks and vowels, and if there are anomalies try Syriac or Aramaic, then you will find that there is cohesion between successive verses, even make more sense for a whole Surat such as with the Surat 97.

Excellent!

Jazak Allah Khayr

Opinions of classical scholars are just that, it's their opinions. Al Quran is deff not restricted to any scholarly opinions rather it allows the readers (any and all) who ponders over any verses, taking into account subject matter and context, to arrive at the Truth by him/ herself that is valid before Allah SWT, this is the real meaning of the Ayat 31:27 And if all the trees on earth were pens and the Ocean (were ink), with seven Oceans behind it to add to its (supply) yet would not the Words of Allah be exhausted (in the writing): for Allah is Exalted in power, Full of Wisdom, hence no person no matter how knowledgeable or famous has any monopoly on the truth. The key to this Book must be the accurate translation from Quranic Arabic to English for maximum benefit.

I think what 4:34 told us is clear enough. Doesn't the verse clearly state that to only do that if the woman does ill-conduct? and doesn't it advise to do as the last resort only after things getting out of hand when the disobedience is severe, since the same verse gives other options previously?

Dr sahab speaks very well

Assalam u alaikum, why we pray zohar, asar and some part of magrib and isha 2rakaat calmly, when we get quote from Quran that is neigther pray u r salah calmly nor loudly but inbetween tone. Quran c. 17 v. 111

Vai, Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah. Please give me the actual meaning of BAIUUN: I known it means Transaction. It is a process of EJAB & KOBUL. Arabic TEZARAT means business. Tezarat is one kind of BAIUUN / transaction. BAIUUN has lot of classes: Baiuu fasid, baiuu shohih etc.. I will be pleased if clarify by arabic language. Sorry for this inconvenience.

I have completed till Surah Anbiya and this is a must read book!! An amazing peace of work. It took some time to develop the vocabulary but once you are hooked with it its addictive. Reading 20 versus each day to complete in 1 year.

“Do you, then, believe in one part of the Book and reject the other? What repayment will there be for any of you who do that except disgrace in this world? And on the Day of Standing, they will be returned to the harshest of punishments. Allah is not unaware of what you do.” [Sūrat al-Baqarah 2:85]

It's interesting that Dr Shabir does not reflect on the perennialist (the understanding that Islam does not abrogate the previous dispensations) comments especially on the additional essays in the book. The book appears "radically traditionalist" in this video where Dr Shabir rightfully points out the one sided criticisms on the modern comments regarding the verses, however it includes "radically modern" interpretations like perennialism as well. It would be nice to hear about those points given Dr Shabir's objective attitude.

I have a Study Quran. It is very useful in understanding how different people interpret the Quran. I agree with Dr. Shabir about the classical commentators. I do not agree with many of their interpretations of the text.

Masha Allah sisther brother welcome to Islam the right way of life you tackel of yourself and give massage to your pelow people

i love you shabir ally for the sake of Allah (swt) may Allah (swt) bless you higher and higher inshallah can you please give a detailed lecture about the end times about imam mehdi and dejjal because we really need accurate knowlege in these fitna times that we live in.es selamin aleykum ve rahmetullah.

He doesnt give the "average person" enough credit. Many of us do want to know different opinions and interpretations. Islam is not a monolith.

Is there any book that not only translates but also explains the meaning of the verses of Quran . Bcoz sometimes it is quite confusing. Please recommend.

Please do a review of the sublime Quran

+Quran Speaks I'd just like to point out that the translators discuss the dress of women in more detail in surah Nur ayah 31. Perhaps, they expect people who are interested in the issue to check that verse as well rather than just repeat what they already said.

Why this translation is so pricy 2600 something price is so high... Other translations can be bought at 350 and what's it's authentication

Anyone see the face on Aisha when he was talking about beating women?

If one of the principle goals of the Qur'an is to provide divine guidance, then the presentation of "multiple views" could hinder simple obedience. It may expand understanding at the cost of spiritual discipline.

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واساءلوهن من وراء حجاب ما ذَا تفسير هذه الآية What is the commentary of this Verse of the Holy Quran

Well, so this book is only good for Qur'anic and academic scholars and NOT for common people interested in this great book of guidance. Doesn't sound very helpful for many people who are so eager to learn about Islam from the first-hand source. Dr. Shabir also does NOT mention whether the collection of the interpretations included in this book are from valid and credible Qur'anic scholars or just anyone just for the sake of variety. I also wonder if the book offer a biography of the scholars whose interpretations are included in this book so the reader can better decide about the validity of their interpretation. Honestly, I also found Dr. Shabir's comments on the verse on "beating" woman VERY confusing and NOT helpful at all, especially for a non-Muslim viewer of this presentation. I was quite eager to purchase this book when I visit the US this summer but now I have serious doubts.

Then which would it be a good Study Quran for common people that will not create confusion and misconceptions about what the Quran really says?

Please how can i get a copy. I am student and from Ghana.

What translation/commentary would Dr Shabir ideally recommend these days? For someone with fresh eyes. I'm interested in reading one for the sake of 'learning' about important events/lessons in history. So something contemporary, discrete and prudent would preferably do if you could help me with that? Thank you!

Looking to read The Study Quran...

I think best to read Quran and seek knowledge of it's language of revelation as well as early to current history in Islamic societies.

Even being a Muslim, I find it hard to decide what to read? Islam shouldn't lead to multitudes of meanings for a single statement in the Quran, yet it is so hard to find one that is in agreement by all. There shouldn't be any disagreement or ambiguity if the intention of Allah was to convey what He wants to say to us.

Salaam. In the English language the best translation is by Muhammad Asad. 1000 pages with full cross reference to verses. Most of the commentary is based on Tabari Razi Zamakshari and Muhammad abdu. Asad stresses only the original meaning of the Arabic words can help to make the message of the Qur'an clear.

The one thing ii find missing in this writing team is the lack of Mainstream Sunni and perhaps even a salafi element. While i find it laudable the included shiite and sufi writers why not have included those from these two other currents, one being majority and the other being the more traditionalist. Do these streams lack scholars capable of such works?

To reach god To reach Allah Have the wish to reach god Have the wish to reach Allah We must have the wish to send our spirit back to god! ‎للوصول إلى الله ، يجب أن تكون لدينا الرغبة في إعادة روحنا إلى الله

The common Muslims need to aim be uncommon!

How much its price and How to get I am in Pakistan

what about the Quran translated by monotheist group any comment?

,I am skeptical of this work and it's timing as a non-Muslim studying Quran who is well read on Islamic topics and other related subjects.

The very first Muslim video I’ve seen to not have assalamu aleikum in the beginning.

Respected Dr Shabir. I personally feel good to read the translations: By Abdullah yousf Ali By Abdul Majid Daryabadi. ByM M Pickthal. And as for these they are virtually the best because chances of confusion are lesser. Thanks once again dr Shabir Ali

If you can compile a complementary commentary on it we will be in your debt.

From review feels confusion for ordinary people because of various thoughts... may be good for academic people...

It's an ecumenical translation of the Quran

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Nth beats Abdullah Yusuf Ali translation of the Quran !

Good review. Those who studied Bible in some depth should find this book helpful to reach similar depths in the Quran. cf New Jerome's Biblical Commentary and articles on the Bible. Shabir refers in review to Surah 9/5 (pagans) , 21/31 (creation) and 4/34 (daraba - husband/wife issue). Quickly one is able to figure out the Christian and Quranic paradigms to form a personal enlightenment - a sort of 'Nirvana' on earth itself.

I wish I can meet DR. Shabir Ally in my life. I have a very important message (+ something) to him.

I loved the color of his khuffs ( Leader socks)

Read the Translation in ur Native language

Well, I guess I won't be buying this book any time soon.

Would you like to explained Jihad to non Muslims?

I like shabir for the sake of God

Where is the video of Shabir Ally's view on the verse of wife beating that he is referring to?

Computer come with an inbuilt hardware.... how comes God did not inbuilt his message in us, instead of having to rely on “holy “ revelations given to other humans AKA prophets? Free your minds

If my doorstop speaks to me, I'm burning it

Whenever Muslim nations sit together united you can offer a united conclusion of quran ,so never

there is absolutely no way to understand the Quran without knowing Arabic.

To study the Quran you need the bible, the Torah, the Mishnah, the Alexandrian tales, the Syriac Christian literature, and pagan and agnostic literature otherwise you cannot study the Quran.

Im glad theres no hellfire in real life or this book would be scary

9:35 - 9:55 LOL.

It also contains pantheism

Astagferllah...my intention is not to leave a negative comment but what I hear him saying is that the average muslim is unable to draw conclusions when given different interpretations on the Quran and that muslims are to be followers of the so-called Scholars. Well not all Scholars agree and none of the Scholars are guaranteed 100% correct. No one wants to be led to slaughter like cattle. People that are not mentally deficient are responsible for themselves and must do their own critical thinking. InshaAllah we are all granted Paradise.

It maybe that you may like a thing but is harmful for you and maybe you maybe dislike a thing which is good for you. So Dr. Shabir Ali how can you say that A man is not allowed to beat a women if she is lewd? I am not a scholar but Quran is the word of Allah and everything Quran says is the moral definition of what is good and what is bad. So good and bad are defined by Quran not by how we feel or think. If Allah states a man has certain authority over women that means that is the good thing, it is the moral way, it is the right way. There must be no objection to it for Allah says of the believers " They Hear and They Obey". They do not criticize, they do not add or subtract, they hear and they obey. There is no modern in Islam, There is no Modern Islam. Anyone who thinks he is following Modern Islam has to stop and rethink. Islam is an unchangeable religion and cannot be changed no! You can either believe in what was revealed and be a believer or not believe in what was revealed and be a disbeliever. That means everyone who has problem what the simple explanation of the Quran, because Allah mentions it Allah made Quran easy for us. So What is apparent is the truth of Quran. Anyone who has problem with what is Apparent and Clear, has to really reconsider the problems and Make Taubah and Submit to what Allah has revealed without being Apologetic. Truth is clear and even if truth is bitter yet truth wins. So why you people try to so called modernize Allah's revelation when it is meant to be a warning and a good message only. It is not meant to please the disbelievers neither is it meant to please any creatures rather it is a warning and a glad tiding for those who fear Allah not duniya.

Question to be answered by Mullahs, Syeikhs, Imam and Muslims Scholars..(1) Why Islam splits into many sects (2) Why Quranic verses conflicting? (3) Islam claimed that the corpse of prophet Muhammad remain intact and does not decayed..Why not you guys reopen the prophet Muhammad's grave as to proof your claimed ???? Muslims ummah now CONFUSED !!!!

Just Read the Holy Quran instead of reading other Books

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I think this book has a really big problem with Aqeedah! It contains some sufis and Shia interpretation , which are considered by Muslims as Kufr and heretic ones! This book was written with agenda! As its propaganda has shown in CNN, it is written to withdraw Quran from Khawarij! However, they ended with the same problem that Khwarij has., which is radicalization the text but with the other side! It has a problem, not only with the interpretation but also with the translation itself. They have translated Surah 3:19. إن الدين عند الله الإسلام They said The religion for God is submission !, which is a trial from them to omit the clear message from that ayah that God accepts Islam only . Yes, islam is the religion of all prophets, but now The only reflection of that Islam (submission) is by what the prophet Muhammed taught and indicated . , Finally, All the authors are obsessed with sufis! , so you can imagine what kind of that book looks like! Personally, I don't recommend that book!

These guys trying to sanitize their EVIL book!