(++) The Qur'an: A New Annotated Translation (2013 Droge), book

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The Qur'an: A New Annotated Translation (2013) is a book by Arthur J. Droge.

Abstract

"This new, annotated translation of the Qur'an is specifically designed to meet the needs of students of religion, and provides them with a one-volume resource comparable to what is available for the Jewish and Christian scriptures. The meticulously crafted translation affords readers not only a better sense of what the Qur'an says, but how it says it, in a rendition that strives to remain faithful to the way it was originally expressed. Accompanying the translation is an extensive set of annotations. These are keyed to the text for ready reference, and divided according to their boldface topical headings at the bottom of each page. The annotations offer a wealth of linguistic and historical detail to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the text. They also contain abundant references to parallel passages within the Qur'an, as well as comparatively among the 'scriptures' of Judaism and Christianity. With an introduction, map, timeline, guide to further reading, and comprehensive index, this is the edition of the Qur'an all students of religion - beginning as well as advanced - will want to possess for their exploration of Islam's central text."--Publisher description.

"Droge's translation is the only English translation to date that adopts historical analysis ... unlike others, shows textual critical awareness, highlighting the problems involved in relying on the Cairo edition of the Qur’an while suggesting variant readings to certain Quranic passages. It discusses the problems involved with the usage of tradition for the understanding of the original meaning of the Qur’an. Like many translations of the Bible, Droge’s work consults cognate languages such as Hebrew, Aramaic, Syriac, and even Greek to shed light on Arabic terms. The annotations contain numerous references to extra-Quranic sources written before the Qur’an, biblical and non-biblical." (Isaac W. Oliver).

Editions

Published in Sheffield, England, and Bristol, CT: Equinox, 2013.