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The Qur'an, believed by Muslims to be the word of God, was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad 1,400 years ago. It is the supreme authority in Islam and the living source of all Islamic teaching; it is a sacred text and a book of guidance that sets out the creed, rituals, ethics, and laws of the Islamic religion. It has been one of the most influential books in the history of literature. Recognized as the greatest literary masterpiece in Arabic, it has nevertheless remained difficult to understand in its English translations. 

Surat al-Fatihah (The Opening) is the first surah of the Qur'an. It is a prayer for the guidance, lordship and mercy of God. Arabic Edition with English Translation.

Surat al-Baqarah (The Cow) is the second surah of the Qur'an. It addresses a wide variety of topics, including law and the stories of Adam, Abraham and Moses, to name a few. The stories are also said to help listeners to understand the theological conception of truth in Islam. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat ar-Rahman (The Compassionate) is a Medinan surah composed of 78 verses. It is the 55th chapter of the Qur'an. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat an-Nisa' (Women) is the fourth surah of the Qur'an. It addresses numerous problems faced by the the early Muslim community and provides a response to the various challenges of the time. It also looks at the role of Jesus as a prophet. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat Yunus (Jonah) is the 10th surah of the Qur'an. It is a Meccan surah named after the prophet Jonah. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surah Ya'-Sin is the 36th chapter of the Qur'an and is composed of 36 verses. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat Al 'Imran (The House of Joachim) is the third surah of the Qur'an. In Islam, Imran is believed to be the father of Maryam (the mother of Jesus). The chapter is notable for attributing feminine origins to humankind. In addition to this, it states that some Quranic verses are allegorical and some are to be understood by others. It also features a disclaimer against misrepresenting the allegorical verses as factual and asserts that a special set of people, those firmly rooted in knowledge, are to be consulted. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat al-Anfal (Spoils of War) is the eighth surah of the Qur'an. It was completed after the Battle of Badr. Arabic edition with English translation.

Sūrat al-Inshirāḥ (Expansion, aka Solace) is a Meccan sura composed of eight verses. It is the 94th sura of the Qur'an. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat an-Nur (Light) is the 24th chapter of the Qur'an with 64 verses. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat al-Furqan (The Criterion) is the 25th chapter of the Qur'an with 77 verses. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat Yusuf (Joseph) is the 12th surah of the Qur'an and narrates the story of Yusuf (the biblical Joseph). Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat Hud is a Meccan sura about the prophet Hud. It is the 11th chapter of the Qur'an. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat al-Hujurat (The Private Chambers) is a Medinan sura composed of 18 verses. It is the 49th chapter of the Qur'an. Arabic edition with English translation.

Az-Zumar (The Crowds, aka The Dwellings) is the 39th chapter of the Qur'an and is composed of 75 verses. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat an-Naml (The Ants) is the 27th chapter of the Qur'an, with 93 verses. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat ar-Ra'd (The Thunder) is the 13th Surah of the Qur'an. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat al-An'am (Cattle) is the sixth surah of the Qur'an. Its focus is on monotheism, resurrection, heaven and hell. Arabic edition with English translation.

Surat al-A'raf (The Heights) is the seventh surah of the Qur'an. It is one of the most detailing chapters about the origins of creation and contains prophecies about the judgment day. Arabic edition with English translation.