Koranen

Koranen is the Swedish term for the Quran, the central religious text of Islam. Muslims regard the Quran as the literal word of God (Allah) revealed in Arabic to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel during the 7th century CE. The text is traditionally divided into 114 chapters, or surahs, which vary in length and are arranged roughly from longest to shortest in most printed editions. The surahs address theology, law, guidance for personal conduct, morality, social justice, and narratives about previous prophets.

The Quran is written in classical Arabic. While numerous translations exist in many languages, translations are generally considered interpretations rather than exact equivalents of the original Arabic. The standard text was compiled in the 7th–8th centuries CE, with the Uthmanic codex (ca. 650 CE) becoming the basis for most later editions to preserve a single text.

In Islamic practice, the Quran is recited, memorized by many Muslims (a hafiz), and studied with tafsir (commentary) to explain meanings. It is used in daily prayers, liturgy, and jurisprudence, and its verses are cited in theological, legal, and ethical discussions. The Quran’s message emphasizes monotheism (tawhid), accountability in the afterlife, and moral responsibility. The work has a profound influence on literature, law, and culture in Muslim-majority societies and beyond.