
The Qur’an has been translated into all the major languages of the world. But by the word "Qur’an," the term exclusively refers to the Qur’an in Arabic, not to translated works. This is so because, first, the Qur’an was not authored by a human being, and second, translated works cannot equal the original text in delivery and impact. The Qur’an itself says that it should be in Arabic. “It is a Qur’an in Arabic.” (39:28)
The Qur’an is divided into 30 parts and comprises 6,666 verses in 114 chapters. Of these, 93 chapters were revealed in Mecca, while the rest were revealed in Medina. The word ‘Qur’an’ is frequently mentioned in the Qur’an itself and applies to the whole Book as well as to any part of its text.
Allah (SWT) said:” This is indeed a Qur’an most honorable, a Book well-guided. A revelation from the Lord of the worlds.” (The Qur’an: 77-80)
No book in the world, down the ages through 14 centuries, has been emulated and respected more than the Qur’an has been by Muslims. What is important about the Qur’an is its advice that the guidance furnished by it should be understood and applied in our daily conduct.