The Holy Quran with Commentary by Persian-speaking Poets is an in-depth exploration of the Quran’s impact on Persian poetry. This comprehensive volume is the result of a decade of research by Dr. Ali Akbar Afrasiabpour, an esteemed scholar with a Ph.D. in Islamic mysticism. Dr. Afrasiabpour meticulously examined over 500 collections of poetry (divans) by Persian-speaking poets across Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, India, and Anatolia, identifying and compiling Quranic references for each chapter (Surah) of the Quran.

The book’s format is thoughtfully arranged: on the right-hand pages, readers find Quranic verses with a precise, unadorned translation, while on the left, the corresponding poetic verses are displayed. This dual-page design enables readers to simultaneously engage with the Quranic text and its poetic interpretations. The translation remains highly faithful to the original Arabic, with two or three alternative translations provided for certain verses to enhance understanding. This work stands as a significant resource for those interested in the intersection of the Quran and Persian literary tradition.