Tafsir & Translation
Tafsir & Translation
Understand the Quran Beyond Words
The Holy Quran is not just meant to be read — it is meant to be understood, felt, and lived.
At mydearbook.com, our Tafsir and Translation section is designed to bring the meanings of the Quran closer to hearts, especially for non-native Arabic speakers.
We believe that understanding the Quran should be simple, authentic, and deeply meaningful, without losing its divine depth.
(English & widely referenced)
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The Clear Quran — Dr. Mustafa Khattab
The Qur’an — Arthur John Arberry
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The Qur’an — Talal Itani
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The Quran: A Reformist Translation — Edip Yuksel
The Qur’an — Thomas Cleary
The Quran: A Simple English Translation — Abdul Haleem Elias
The Noble Qur’an — Ali Ünal
(Classical & Contemporary)
Tafsir al-Tabari — Imam Muhammad ibn Jarir al-Tabari
Tafsir Ibn Kathir — Imam Ismail ibn Kathir
Tafsir al-Qurtubi — Imam al-Qurtubi
Tafsir al-Jalalayn — Jalal ad-Din al-Mahalli & Jalal ad-Din al-Suyuti
Tafsir al-Baghawi — Imam al-Baghawi
Tafsir al-Razi (Mafatih al-Ghayb) — Fakhr al-Din al-Razi
Tafsir al-Zamakhshari (al-Kashshaf) — al-Zamakhshari
Tafsir al-Baydawi — Imam al-Baydawi
Tafsir Ibn ‘Ashur (al-Tahrir wa al-Tanwir) — Muhammad al-Tahir ibn Ashur
Tafsir al-Shawkani (Fath al-Qadir) — Imam al-Shawkani
Tafsir al-Nasafi — Imam al-Nasafi
Tafsir Ruh al-Ma‘ani — Al-Alusi
Tafsir al-Sa‘di — Shaykh ‘Abd al-Rahman al-Sa‘di
Fi Zilal al-Qur’an — Sayyid Qutb
Maarif-ul-Quran — Mufti Muhammad Shafi
Tafhim al-Qur’an — Abul A‘la Maududi
Bayan al-Qur’an — Ashraf Ali Thanvi
Tafsir al-Muyassar — Saudi scholarly committee
Al-Tafsir al-Wasit — Muhammad Sayyid Tantawi
Tafsir Anwar al-Bayan — Ghulam Rasool Saeedi
“At mydearbook.com, we benefit from these classical and contemporary works while presenting meanings in a clear, non-native friendly manner.”
What Makes Our Tafsir & Translation Different?
We present translations that are faithful to classical scholarship, yet written in clear, modern language that today’s reader can easily grasp.
Our tafsir explains why a verse was revealed, what it means, and how it applies to daily life—without overwhelming technical jargon.
Each explanation is crafted especially for readers who:
Are new to Quranic Arabic
Want meaning without complexity
Seek spiritual clarity, not confusion
Every verse is broken down thoughtfully, helping you:
Understand key words and concepts
See the wisdom behind divine guidance
Reflect on how the verse speaks to your life today
The message behind each verse, not just its wording
The context of revelation in simple language
The moral, spiritual, and practical lessons of the Quran
How Quranic guidance applies to modern challenges
Deeper awareness of Allah’s mercy, wisdom, and justice
This section is not about speed reading.
It is about pausing, reflecting, and connecting.
Whether you are:
A beginner exploring Quranic meanings
A learner seeking deeper understanding
A non-native reader longing for clarity
This space is created for you.
Let the Quran speak to your heart —
not through difficult words, but through clear meaning, gentle explanation, and thoughtful guidance.
Explore our Tafsir & Translation and experience the Quran as a living message, not just a translated text.