This text provides the explanation of the first chapter of the Qur’an, Al-Fatiha, the Opening, and the first 24 verses of chapter 2, Al-Baqarah. The verses of the Qur’an are extensively explained both in meaning and grammar. A big section of this second book is dedicated to the thorough examinations of the concept of hypocrisy and the concept of miracle. The volume ends with the explanation of how and why the Qur’an is considered a miracle.

Understanding The Qur’an, Part 2 By Murtadha Mutahhari Translated by Dr. Alaedin Pazargadi Edited by Shah Tariq Kamal First Published by Foreign Department of Bonyad Be'that and Al-Qur'an Al-Karim Organization of Bonyad Be'that Address: Tehran, Somaye Ave. Between Mofatteh & Forsat Ave. Telephone: 821159 Printed in the Islamic Republic of Iran