Translating the Quran from its original Arabic into English presents a unique set of challenges and complexities due to the profound linguistic, cultural, and theological dimensions of the scripture. The language of the Quran, known as Classical Arabic, reflects the linguistic norms and conventions of the Arabian Peninsula, or more closely the Quryashi dialect, during…Continue reading Guide to English Translations of the Qur’an
Category: Book Review
I’ve recently made the commitment to write a review of each and every book I finish reading. I’ve read literally dozens upon dozens of books. Yes, one’s general knowledge, cognitive capacity, vocabulary, and world perspective all grow as a result of reading, but one can only remember so much detail. In my case, it’s mostly gone a few months later. The key ideas presented in the book will be easier to recall with these summaries.
Book Summary: Surrounded by Idiots
Title: Surrounded by Idiots: The Four Types of Human Behaviour and How to Effectively Communicate with Each in Business (and in Life)Author: Thomas EriksonGenre: PsychologyRelease Date: 2019 Why did you choose to read this particular book? Let’s face it, most of us sometimes feel like we’re surrounded by idiots. From the title I knew the…Continue reading Book Summary: Surrounded by Idiots
Book Summary: 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos
Title: 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to ChaosAuthor: Jordan PetersonGenre: Psychology, Self HelpRelease Date: 2018 Why did you choose to read this particular book? 12 Rules For Life was pretty much #1 on the charts for a long time. And with the rise of JP, I had to get a copy. Summary of book…Continue reading Book Summary: 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos
Book Summary: Screwtape Letters
Title: Screwtape LettersAuthor: C S LewisGenre: Faith, PsychologyRelease Date: 1942 Why did you choose to read this particular book? The idea of the devil, or iblees, constantly stirring the pot, is intriguing and enlightening. Summary of book This Screwtape Letters is a collection of 31 letters. In these letters, Screwtape, a seasoned devil, advises his…Continue reading Book Summary: Screwtape Letters
Book Summary: The Two Greatest Ideas
Title: The Two Greatest IdeasAuthor: Linda Trinkaus ZagzebskiGenre: Philosophy,Release Date: 2021 Why did you choose to read this particular book? As part of a book club, I read this book. Summary of book The first idea is that the mind can understand the universe, while the second idea is that the mind can understand itself.…Continue reading Book Summary: The Two Greatest Ideas
Book Summary: Man & The Universe
Title: Man and The UniverseAuthor: Mostafa al-BadawiGenre: Religion, SocietyRelease Date: 1998 Why did you choose to read this particular book? The cover and title caught my attention. It made me ponder about our purpose and connection with the universe once more. I was curious to hear Mostafa’s thoughts on this matter, considering that we both…Continue reading Book Summary: Man & The Universe
Book Summary: Baghavad Gita
Title: Baghavad GitaAuthor: Maharishi Veda Vyasa, (translation and commentary by Swami B. P. Puri)Genre: ReligionRelease Date: 500BC, (Read Insight Editions version, published 2022 Why did you choose to read this particular book? One of the books read at a book club I’m part of, but had an interest in reading some Hindu literature. It was…Continue reading Book Summary: Baghavad Gita
Book Summary: Slow Reading in a Hurried Age
Title: Slow Reading in a Hurried AgeAuthor: David MikicsGenre: LiteratureRelease Date: 2013 Why did you choose to read this particular book? What peaks your interest? What is the book about? What does it promise to deliver? Let’s face it, most of us sometimes feel like we’re surrounded by idiots. From the title I knew the…Continue reading Book Summary: Slow Reading in a Hurried Age
Book Summary: Lessons in Chemistry
Title: Lessons in ChemistryAuthor: Bonnie GarmusGenre: NovelRelease Date: 2023 Why did you choose to read this particular book? What intrigued me most about this book was its exploration of themes such as science, gender, and persistence. I was captivated by how Bonnie Garmus weaves together scientific knowledge and personal growth to create a rich and…Continue reading Book Summary: Lessons in Chemistry
Book Summary: A Beautiful Question
Title: A Beautiful QuestionAuthor: Frank WilczekGenre: Release Date: 2015 Why did you choose to read this particular book? What peaks your interest? What is the book about? What does it promise to deliver? I believe there is a God and one of his signs is in the beauty and majesty in creation. So I was…Continue reading Book Summary: A Beautiful Question