The Quran translation by 

Sir Muhammad Zafrulla Khan (1893–1985), titled The Quran: The Eternal Revelation Vouchsafed to Muhammad the Seal of the Prophets, is highly regarded for its modern English and clarity 

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Sir Zafrulla Khan was a distinguished Pakistani jurist, the first Foreign Minister of Pakistan, and a former President of the International Court of Justice undefinedWikipedia +1. As a prominent member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, his translation is widely used within that community but also praised by a broader audience for its accessibility undefinedGloQur +2.

Key Features of the Translation

• Modern Language: Unlike older “King James” style translations, Khan used simple, contemporary English to make the text more understandable for modern readers undefinedInternet Archive +1.
• Narrative Flow: The translation often groups verses into paragraphs rather than strict verse-by-verse breaks to help maintain the thematic flow of the text undefinedInternet Archive.
• Parallel Text: Many editions include the original Arabic text alongside the English translation for side-by-side study undefinedAmazon.com +1.
• Extensive Introduction: It typically includes a lengthy introduction (around 50 pages) that provides historical context and explains Islamic concepts to lay readers undefinedAmazon.com +1.
• Interpretive Approach: While aiming for accuracy, the translation reflects certain Ahmadiyya theological perspectives, such as interpreting specific prophecies or terms in a “modernist” or metaphorical light undefinedGloQur +2.

Where to Find It

You can access or purchase this translation through several platforms:

• Online Reading/Download: Available for free at Al Islam and the Internet Archive undefinedInternet Archive +1.
• Purchase: Physical copies are sold by retailers like Amazon and eBay undefinedAmazon.com +2.

Note: Do not confuse Sir Muhammad Zafrulla Khan with Dr. Zafarul-Islam Khan, who recently released a different translation titled “The Glorious Quran” in 2023 undefinedWikipedia +1.

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