# The Message of the Quran By Muhammad Asad

> English translation and commentary of the Quran with audio and study features. (iPhone/iPad app by THE BOOK FOUNDATION.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-message-of-the-quran-by-muhammad-asad/id544279694 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [THE BOOK FOUNDATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/544279697)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 122 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-message-of-the-quran-by-muhammad-asad/id544279694/reviews.md

## What is The Message of the Quran By Muhammad Asad?

If all the sea were ink for my Sustainer’s words, the sea would indeed be exhausted ere my Sustainer’s words are exhausted.  (Qur’an 18:109)

The Book Foundation is pleased to present the Message of the Quran mobile app. 

The Message of the Quran is widely considered among the best of the English language translations of the Quran.  


“Extremely coherent, incisive, and thought provoking translation”

It has been widely favoured by substantial institutions and governments around the world as there exists no more useful guide to the Qur'an in the English language, and no other translator has come so close to conveying the meaning of the Qur'an to those who may not be able to read the Arabic text or the classical commentaries. 

Amazon readers give the translation a 4.7 out of a 5 star rating.

Asad’s commentary is by universal consent the most suited to the Western mind.  The positive potential of its impact on so many people capable of influencing public opinion and shaping public policy could be inestimable in supporting initiatives of mutual respect between communities.

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                 Muhammad Asad's monumental translation and commentary
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Selectable View:
Arabic, translation, transliteration and extensive footnotes presented in an easy-to-navigate format. View all sections on one screen or expand any section to full view for easy reading.

Surah Introduction: 
Each surah has a comprehensive introduction explaining its theme, message and the circumstances of revelation. 

Search: 
Easily search Arabic, translation, and footnotes sections of the app.

Multiple Reciters:
Listen to beautiful recitations by the following reciters:

Mohammad Siddiq Al-Minshawi
Mishary Rashed Alafasy
Abdur Rahman Al Hudhaify
Mahmoud Khalil Al Hussary
Abdul Basit

Easy Memorization:
Audio for one or more verses can be repeated multiple times in a loop to aid in memorization. 

Notes:
Notes can be taken on any verse and shared via email.

Bookmark:
Add bookmark to any verse and share via email.

Additional Resources:
- Prologue by Hasan Gai Eaton
- Forward by Muhammad Asad
- Detailed references
- Extensive pronunciation and transliteration guide
- Index
- Appendix

## Key features

- Selectable Arabic, translation, and transliteration views
- Extensive footnotes and surah introductions
- Searchable content
- Audio recitations by multiple reciters
- Verse repetition for memorization
- Note-taking and bookmarking
- Additional study resources

## Recent user reviews (10 of 33)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-message-of-the-quran-by-muhammad-asad/id544279694/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Almost perfect!!

*2021-04-02*

Excellent app!! The best translation with beautiful recitation! Only issue: go back to a previous surah and the audio has to be downloaded all over again! Why? Once downloaded it should always be there. Sometimes one is not in WiFi range to re-download. Cannot randomly listen as have to keep downloading again and again! Please fix this issue.

### 5/5 — Love this, tapping is too sensitive

*2019-05-23*

Salaam alaykum,I appreciate this app and use it daily. Only issue I have is if when I am trying to scroll to the next ayah in English the whole English display disappears. I have to go into display and add it back each time. I wish this feature to adjust what is shown on display could only be toggled when you open up the display settings.

### 3/5 — Excellent content but app needs work

*2018-06-10, version 2.0*

App needs to be redone professionally utilising the full potential of modern day software techniques, and with modern design considerations. The content is excellent, but the app is glitchy and feels heavy and outdated. This app does not do justice to the wonderful content.

### 5/5 — Wonderful!!! Best translation and Wonderful commentary

*2017-03-21*

Alhamdullilah!! I have been waiting for this app!!!  Asad's translation is my absolute favorite, and I love the commentary and ease of switching surahs as well as the expansion windows for English translation, Arabic, transliteration, and commentary.  The absolute best!!!  The hardback version was rather large and cumbersome, but this has everything the physical version does.

### 5/5 — Such an excellent tool for those interested in the Qu'r'an

*2017-02-22*

I began with the hardcover copy of this book... it was so very good in English that I learned to read Arabic with the help of the good people that created this wonderful app.

There are many English translations of the Qur'an, some with the true Arabic beside it but, honestly, just as other translations suffer when translated into English, so does the Qur'an - but there exists a book that aids in reading the translation.

I can speak little Arabic. I can write just a bit. But, after 6+ years, I can read and understand maybe 80% of what comes my way. I must turn to guides, commentaries and dictionaries past that stage.

I am not a deist. On Dawkins' 1 to 7 scale I'm right there with his self-professed "6.9." But I'm familiar with the Judeo-Christian holy books and, now, with the holy book of the world's second largest organized religion. I don't believe that, at my age, I will undertake Hinduism, though.

Just as there is some fine literature in the Judeo-Christian holy books, the same can be said of the message of the Qur'an - and within the Qur'an itself.

My copy of this book is tattered with marked up pages falling out and I was ignorant of this app until recently. I'm going to reread the Qur'an again; it seems to be creating quite a stir amongst those who cherry-pick verses, just as those who cherry-pick verses from the Jewish and Christian texts.

I'm not even certain that there are many iPad owners aware of this app. I wasn't. It offers so much more than the actual book!

I can recommend this app to anyone interested in the religion that is so much in the news of late.

### 5/5 — ABSOLUTELY BLOWN AWAY - AMAZING!

*2015-01-10, version 1.7*

ABSOLUTELY BLOWN AWAY - AMAZING!
MY FAVOURITE NEW APP

### 5/5 — Almost perfect!

*2014-10-13*

Very good work! The only complaint I would have is the color of the font. The yellow/orange font color of the active surah on the white background is too difficult to read.

### 5/5 — Wonderfully Done

*2014-07-24*

Asad's translation and commentary is the most well researched and well thought out available and this app makes it so conveniently accessible. Everything is included, including the forward and Asad's very helpful appendices. The app can be configured to show the Arabic, the translation, and the commentary together on the screen, just as it appears in the hard copy. The only difference is that this doesn't weigh 6 pounds. Oh, and the app also allows listening to the recitation while the relevant verse, translation, and footnote are automatically scrolled to and highlighted. 

One relatively small issue is that the auto scrolling can be a bit frustrating at times. For instance, if you have a verse selected and then try scrolling, you're taken back to the selected verse while you're trying to look at another verse. Or if you're following along with the recitation and come to a verse without a footnote, the footnotes section automatically scrolls to the top. 

Overall, though, this is a brilliant app.

### 3/5 — Display suggestion

*2014-07-22, version 1.5*

Was looking forward to using this as main Quranic reference based on Lite version but full version interface has changed and is less friendly. Please reduce the size of the banner which takes up screen space, allow more font options, and reinstate + and - controls to toggle translations etc. Thanks

### 5/5 — The new interface is even more amazing.

*2014-07-08*

One has to read a just a few pages and the associated footnotes to appreciate the effort poured in by Asad. Simply astounding!!!

## Frequently asked questions about The Message of the Quran By Muhammad Asad

### What is the primary function of this app?

This app provides Muhammad Asad's widely acclaimed English translation and commentary of the Quran. It aims to make the Quran's meaning accessible to those who may not read Arabic or classical commentaries, offering a coherent and thought-provoking interpretation.

### What are the key features for studying the Quran?

Key features include selectable views of Arabic text, translation, transliteration, and extensive footnotes. It also offers comprehensive surah introductions, a search function for all sections, and audio recitations by multiple renowned reciters.

### How does the app assist with memorization and personal study?

The app includes an easy memorization feature that allows users to repeat audio for one or more verses in a loop. Additionally, users can take notes on any verse and share them via email, as well as bookmark verses for easy reference.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free user experience.

### What additional resources are included in the app?

Beyond the core translation and commentary, the app provides a prologue by Hasan Gai Eaton, a foreword by Muhammad Asad, detailed references, an extensive pronunciation and transliteration guide, an index, and an appendix for further study.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2017-08-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Audio download error fixed.

### 1.9 — 2017-05-30

Maintenance build.

### 1.8.2 — 2016-01-07

* Bug fixes

### 1.8.1 — 2015-08-04

* Bug fixes

### 1.8 — 2015-06-25

* Maintenance build

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