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Rashad Khalifa's Quran translation

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    Mazhar
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    If influence of RK was not dominant what was there to suggest "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book-839,20"?

    What relation does this have with the Grand Qur'aan to infer "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book" except that RK is whispering.

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      idriss_III
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      Peace
      But it is numbered into Chapters/Surahs and Verses/Ayahs put into specific order.
      This is the end product we got, and that is what it says of Itself (as per Allah), is it not enough?
      Or do we need also a code 19 on top of that? There is no mention of a code number being used to protect it, 19 or other...

      If influence of RK was not dominant what was there to suggest "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book-839,20"?

      What relation does this have with the Grand Qur'aan to infer "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book" except that RK is whispering.

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        Wakas
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        peace Layth,

        Rather than be supportive of a major project to spread the word of God, you are only spewing venom and hatred, being a hinderer of the message rather than being a neutral, or even, God forbid, a supporter!

        So spewing venom and hatred is saying things like "MG translation was based on RK" and providing a way for people to verify/reject my statement?

        So I have not been supportive of this project? Tell the forum Layth

        who proof read half of it for you when you completed the first draft?
        who spent many hours creating an easier to use html version for people to use offline?
        who provided numerous corrections for you over several years? (for reference please see this the original thread)
        who responded and provided feedback on layout and design of the book?
        etc.

        It seems you have taken offence to the words "based on". Since this term is not defined, we can ask some clarifying questions, so we can define it better

        which English translation do you consider the early version of the Free-Minds/MG translation to be most like?
        (whatever answer you give, we can all examine it to see it stands)

        Very simple question bro Layth, let us know your answer.

        ###############

        Haroon, thanks for the input. However, for the record, when I referred to "Aaron", I did not mean you. Myself and bro Aaron proofread more than you, as we were the primaries.

        All information is correct to the best of my knowledge only and thus should not be taken as a fact. One should always seek knowledge and verify for themselves when possible: 17:36, 20:114, 35:28, 49:6, 58:11.

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          Jafar
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          Peace ;

          This is the Satanic Methodology which the Translaters adopt to convey their own satanic ideas in the name of the Quran.

          Regards

          Dude you sounds like a right-wing Christians.. rotfl
          Whenever they see everything that's not 'correct' in their view, blame Satan! Devil!

          Salam / Peace

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            Q_student
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            Dude you sounds like a right-wing Christians.. rotfl
            Whenever they see everything that's not 'correct' in their view, blame Satan! Devil!

            Salam / Peace

            If someone says that
            Quran Lies
            Allah lies
            Code 19 is superior to Allah

            Are these acts Satanic or Divine /

            Regards

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              idriss_III
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              Peace Bros
              looks like satan the cursed is tickling your egos a bit,
              just shrug him off like Allah showed us, his scheming is weak to the believers...
              it will only be hard for the next 100 years for us, promise...

              peace Layth,

              So spewing venom and hatred is saying things like "MG translation was based on RK" and providing a way for people to verify/reject my statement?

              So I have not been supportive of this project? Tell the forum Layth

              who proof read half of it for you when you completed the first draft?
              who spent many hours creating an easier to use html version for people to use offline?
              who provided numerous corrections for you over several years? (for reference please see this the original thread)
              who responded and provided feedback on layout and design of the book?
              etc.

              It seems you have taken offence to the words "based on". Since this term is not defined, we can ask some clarifying questions, so we can define it better

              which English translation do you consider the early version of the Free-Minds/MG translation to be most like?
              (whatever answer you give, we can all examine it to see it stands)

              Very simple question bro Layth, let us know your answer.

              ###############

              Haroon, thanks for the input. However, for the record, when I referred to "Aaron", I did not mean you. Myself and bro Aaron proofread more than you, as we were the primaries.

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                uq
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                Peace newform,

                In terms of readability and fluidity of language, then I am in total agreement, for I haven't come across a single translator who is as acute in capturing the "gist" of a verse, nor as deft as fixating that "gist" into words.

                I agree with the concerns of some that the translation may, at times, drift from faithfulness to the actual text, but overall, in my view, his seamless naturalisation into English overshadows this point.

                I would readily propagate his translation.

                Peace on the messengers.

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                  uq
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                  Further to my note above, I agree that there are striking similarities between the earlier editions of the MG translation and that of RK's. However, we cannot determine intent.

                  I would readily propagate Rashad Khalifa's translation, the Monotheist Group translation, the Reformist translation, or even some other non-partisan translation; we're all working towards the same Ultimate End.

                  I refuse to believe, even for a minute, that Wakas is trying to detract from anyone's work, I believe he is only speaking his mind. At the same time, however, despite some striking similarities, I don't believe we have sufficient evidence to accuse the MG translation of plagiarism.

                  We're one hand.

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                    Mazhar
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                    Peace
                    But it is numbered into Chapters/Surahs and Verses/Ayahs put into specific order.
                    This is the end product we got, and that is what it says of Itself (as per Allah), is it not enough?
                    Or do we need also a code 19 on top of that? There is no mention of a code number being used to protect it, 19 or other...

                    Quote from Mazhar on Yesterday at 055216 PM
                    If influence of RK was not dominant what was there to suggest "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book-839,20"?

                    What relation does this have with the Grand Qur'aan to infer "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book" except that RK is whispering.

                    Books are numbered into chapters, paragraphs, page numbers etc but never some one has said that those books are numerically structured. Let the translator give logic/explanation of that conclusion about Grand Qur'aan.

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                      idriss_III
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                      Peace
                      It is more complicated here with RK.
                      In his case it was a catch-22 situation.
                      I personally could have accepted code 19 if it were not that it it does not comply
                      with what I would recognize as strong digital signatures.
                      The attempt of RK to justify his credentials by claiming to be a Messenger made me switch off completely...
                      Code 19 is weak.
                      If there is another more credible numbering system, I am all ears...

                      Now referring to the arrangement of the Quran, I was speaking of the fact that the Revelations' chronology did not come in the same
                      order as the Book was put together, and that maybe is what "kitaab marqoom" means, but Allah knows...

                      Peace
                      But it is numbered into Chapters/Surahs and Verses/Ayahs put into specific order.
                      This is the end product we got, and that is what it says of Itself (as per Allah), is it not enough?
                      Or do we need also a code 19 on top of that? There is no mention of a code number being used to protect it, 19 or other...

                      Quote from Mazhar on Yesterday at 055216 PM
                      If influence of RK was not dominant what was there to suggest "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book-839,20"?

                      What relation does this have with the Grand Qur'aan to infer "Qur'aan is a numerically structured book" except that RK is whispering.

                      Books are numbered into chapters, paragraphs, page numbers etc but never some one has said that those books are numerically structured. Let the translator give logic/explanation of that conclusion about Grand Qur'aan.

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                        Wakas
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                        uq, thanks for the input, however for clarity, I did not accuse anyone of plagiarism.

                        In any case, Layth and I have discussed this issue, and whilst we may have disagreements on small things here and there, we are firmly united in direction.

                        And hold fast, all together, unto the rope of God, and do not draw apart from one another...

                        All information is correct to the best of my knowledge only and thus should not be taken as a fact. One should always seek knowledge and verify for themselves when possible: 17:36, 20:114, 35:28, 49:6, 58:11.

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                          uq
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                          ...we are firmly united in direction.

                          And hold fast, all together, unto the rope of God, and do not draw apart from one another...

                          Great to hear that.

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