Verses 86:11-17

Index · **Joined:** 08 May 2009, 14:16 **Posts:** 1994

Suggested translation^1,2:

-------
¹This translation may have been updated from the original suggested translation as a result of the discussions that follow.
²Click on the {verse number} of a translation to see other good translations of the verse.

Linguistic · **Posted:** 24 Nov 2009, 17:28

Quote:

{86:11} By the sky which returns [rain]

J.M. Rodwell is the only one who translated this verse correctly. All the translations are technically correct but fail to explain. I suggest,
{86:11} By the sky which recycles [vapor into rain].

Quote:

{86:12} And [by] the earth which cracks open,

Excellent translation!

Quote:

{86:13} Indeed, the Quran is a decisive statement,

I suggest,
{86:13} Indeed, it (the Quran) is a decisive statement.

Quote:

{86:14} And it is not amusement.

I suggest,
{86:14} And it is not jest.

Quote:

{86:17} So allow time for the disbelievers. Leave them awhile.

I suggest,
{86:17} So, give respite to the disbelievers. Give them a little time.

TheMostReadBook.org

Verses 86:11-17

Who is online