Quran Rhyme Translation (Full Two Volumes)

Author: Lin Song Translated
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Publishing Date: 1988-07-01
Features: The translation of the Quran is in rhyming prose, expressing the original content with sentences that have a rhythm but are not poetry, still falling within the category of prose. Therefore, the translation uses irregular and varying-length sentences, avoiding strict grammatical structure or parallelism. The translation primarily follows a literal approach, supplemented by interpretive elements. For verses with conflicting interpretations, various viewpoints are referenced, and the most suitable is chosen. Occasionally, alternative interpretations are appended in footnotes for reference. The chapters of the Quran are categorized, with the boundary set at the year 622 CE, when the Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina. Verses revealed before this date are labeled [Mecca Category], while those revealed afterward are labeled [Medina Category]. In some chapters, there are mixed verses of another category, which are explained separately in footnotes to clarify their classification. In cases where the categorization of individual chapters varies across different versions, notes are appended after the table of contents for the benefit of learners. Each chapter has an introduction, primarily explaining the origin and source of the chapter title, or alternative names given to the chapter by other versions, sometimes providing a brief analysis of the meaning of the chapter title. The introductions may vary in detail depending on the need.