If so what language? are you planning to do it in arabic? (serious answers though,do not even bother to answer if you are joking around, else you will be R.E.P.O.R.T.E.D) Thanks!!!!
I have read the biible from cover to cover and memorized it I am working on the Quran but it is difficult :)
2006-10-10 15:29:43 · 13 answers · asked by . 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I have read lots of poetry in my lifetime and I am so facinated with religions I try to learn as much as I can. I am a convert to Islam from New York!
2006-10-10 15:32:56 · update #1
Mashallah I am a convert like I said and I am so happy to see oother converts too :) Salamaleikum!
2006-10-10 15:43:21 · update #2
Yes, many times, AlHamdulillah. Mostly in Ramadan...Often, I listen to the Arabic and read the English translation...I've memorized almost all the Juz' 3amma, Yaseen, and bits and pieces of other longer surahs...
However, there are some verses that MUST be read in Arabic to get the full effect...Arabic is still so much more powerful than any English translation (interpretation) of the Qur'an.
English translations, or interpretations, of the Qur'an are sometimes too similar to the old English style in the Bible, and that's probably why you perceive it to be difficult. It doesn't flow well...
2006-10-10 15:30:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow! You have memorized the whole Bible? Or do you mean just parts of it?
I've read both the Qur'an and the Bible from cover to cover. I have read the Qur'an only in English translation, and the Hebrew Scriptures I read with both Hebrew and English. I usually just read the English and consult the Hebrew when there is a question. But in synagogue, I hear the Hebrew being read, while I follow along in English.
I wish I could speak Arabic. I love languages and religions!
2006-10-10 23:05:47 · answer #2 · answered by Heron By The Sea 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many times in Arabic (only a few times in English since I understand Arabic)
I'm trying to finish the Qur'an before Ramadan ends. I started on the eve of the third fast, and am on the 26th spaara. =)
I haven't memorized the Qur'an but I plan to learn to in the future. I applaud your conversion and your attempt to memorize the Qur'an. It isn't an easy task (since almost everyone of my relatives have it memorized), but then again the easy tasks aren't worth accomplishing.
Yes, I've also read the Bible as well.
2006-10-11 04:30:40 · answer #3 · answered by CYM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have read the Quran in Arabic cover to cover many times. I am from India, previously when I didn't know Quran meaning in Arabic I would also check the English translation by Yusuf Ali. His commentary is really helpful in understanding many verses. Later I decided to study Quran in Arabic using a dictionary and translation. First it was little difficult and after I completed few Juz, then my study gained momentum. Because Quran contains only very few root words, that is around 1900. so after you study few juz then frequency of newer words will reduce and you have to less often check the dictionary. I was able to complete my complete study of Quran in around 2 years. Now, I am happy I am able to understand the recitation.
Check these links
80% words used in Quran
http://www.emuslim.com/Quran/English80.asp
Quran dictionary
http://www.emuslim.com/Quran/Lughat.asp
2006-10-11 02:04:44 · answer #4 · answered by inin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
many times alhamdulilah.i have memorised virtually all of the last juz.and many other long ayats. also won 500$ in a Quran contest once, mashAllah.my children all go to islamic school and alhamdulilah they teach them much Quran.my 13 yr old daughter has 2 juz under her belt,my 12,11 yr olds have 1 under theirs alhamduliah.they informed me yesterday they entered the Quran contest at one of the locall mosques.sorry if it seems like im braggin but i am very proud of what Allah has done before my very eyes.as far as the Bible is concerned i would recommend all muslims to not only read it but study it.it is the best way to give them dawa.you gotta know your stuff though.oh and by the way we memorize it in arabic. we study it in english.
2006-10-10 22:49:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Alhomdulillah. Welcome Sister.
I'm still reading the Qur'an (started in 2004). I've read it in english but I do know how to pray some Surahs in Arabic. I just finished Surah Al-Saffat.
Peace and Blessings to you.
2006-10-10 22:38:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Welcome to the worldwide community of Islam!
Yes Alhamdulillah, read it cover to cover many times.
No, memorised only parts of it, mainly the last juz and Surah Yaseen and Ar-Rahman
In Arabic and English.
2006-10-10 22:58:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've read a few chapters of the Quran in English from respected sources. I'm not impressed. It's just another god superstition.
2006-10-10 22:31:54 · answer #8 · answered by nondescript 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I've read it from cover to cover, but only in English.
2006-10-10 22:32:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I read Qura'n every day Alhamdullah.
I Memorise a big part of it but not all
2006-10-10 22:31:43 · answer #10 · answered by Kimo 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋