The Noble Qur’an

Yes, the Bewleys have spent over two decades in daily study and work on this text. It is widely respected for its authenticity and is based on the meanings always understood by the Muslims as expressed in the classical tafsir literature.

Certain divine concepts lose their depth when forced into a single English word. For example, there is no one-word translation for the word ‘deen’ which covers our life-transaction and the most broad sense of the word religion. By keeping these terms in Arabic and explaining them in the glossary, the translation stays true to the original meaning.

It actually does the opposite. Some Arabic terms carry such deep spiritual weight that a single English word doesn’t capture the meaning. Keeping these key words in their original form and providing a simple, clear glossary at the back, you also get a feel for how rich the Arabic language actually is and how deep these concepts actually are. You will find that these terms quickly become familiar, so you can read the translation without losing the flow of the sentence or sacrificing the layers of meaning.

Yes. Because it is written by native English speakers, it avoids the literal, stilted language of other translations. It is perhaps the most readable version available today.

Most Qur’ans break every verse into a new line, which can disrupt the flow of a topic. This translation groups verses by theme and narrative, making it feel more like a living conversation.

Often it is more authentic. Literal “word-by-word” translations can miss the nuance or the intended impact of an Arabic phrase. The Bewleys have used their deep knowledge of both languages to ensure that the essence of the message is what is conveyed.

We believe the word of Allah should be read without interruption. By placing definitions in a glossary at the back, you can engage with the text, ensuring your reading experience is peaceful.

No. The Bewleys have spent decades mastering the classical Arabic of the Qur’an. They have woven the necessary context into the flow of the English itself, so you get the full meaning without the visual interruption of brackets.

No. The Bewleys have a gift for using simple English to describe the biggest concepts. It is elegant, but it is written for everyone making it clear enough for a teenager but deep enough for a scholar.

It is perhaps the best version for a new Muslim. It removes the barrier of archaic language and the confusion of technical footnotes, allowing the beauty of the message to stand out.

Most translations focus only on the legal or literal meaning of words. The Bewleys focus on the spirit and the rhythm. Scholars have noted that this version “outdates” others because it captures the natural, fluent English that actually moves the human heart.