“Removing the Middleman is a book that Muslims and non-Muslims alike will find of interest. Bypassing a reliance on traditional religious scholars (ulama), Rashed Hasan affirms the right of Muslims to go straight to the text of the Quran, tackling the issue of Islamic reform head on, reading and reinterpreting the text of the Quran within the context of the contemporary world”

“This is a contemporary English translation of the Qur’an. It has been thoughtfully and painstakingly translated. Following each set of verses is a thoughtful reflection and action statement designed to give further insight into the verses and help put them in to a positive way of living. To do this has required great fluency in multiple languages to avoid missteps in translation. I have three other English translations of the Qur’an but find this one the most readable, and as a result, most meaningful. I look forward to further enlightenment as Mr. Hasan translates more chapters in the future. Once completed, this will be the contemporary English translation against which others will be measured. ”

“A thoughtfully written analysis that encourages you to look into religious text through a pragmatic lens. A standout from other books on the Qur’an; an academic yet practical take on understanding religion.” ”

“As a young professional, I have been focused on my education and my career and have not devoted much time to learning about my faith. I had read the Qur’an as a child but in Arabic and the translation was also in a secondary language. Now that I’m a parent, I wanted to learn more about my faith so that I could guide my son to the best of my ability. I appreciate that “Removing the Middleman” is written in modern English and with thought provoking insights that go beyond just a translation. ”

“Removing the Middleman is a really accessible and thought provoking translation of the Quran. The commentary provided by Rashed Hasan as well as the definition of key terminology using non-academic, modern language has made this translation both refreshing and practical in terms of how to apply these concepts to my day to day life. This book highlights the universal and inclusive nature of Islam, a concept which is rarely emphasized today.
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“I would recommend “Removing the Middleman” as a great read for people of any faith. This book has helped me to develop a deeper understanding of Islam, and the author’s analysis draws meaningful insight to reflect upon. ”

“For young Muslims living in the United States or other parts of the Western World, this book bridges the divide between our traditional understanding of the Qur’an and applying it to the modern world. Rashed states it plainly “religion [in its purest form] was meant to forge a global alliance of goodwill and common humanity by encouraging diverse tribes to work together.” When I read this book, I feel as if there’s a stronger bond between Muslims and our Christian and Jewish brethren in the sense that we’re all competing for goodness on this planet, and we should lift up others who are seeking to become better people in this world. ”

“As a Christian person of Faith, I try to learn and understand other cultures, religions and beliefs. Reading and understanding the Qu’ran has been challenging. “Removing the Middle Man” was exactly the help I needed. It is written in language that makes it easier to understand Islam and the Muslim faith. It is obvious that Mr. Rashed Hasan is a man of exceedingly Spiritual Faith and knowledge and has studied the Qu’ran in depth. I am grateful to, and applaud him for writing “Removing the Middle Man”, and I’m waiting for Volume II. ”

“As a young professional in my late 20s, I often grew up on conflicting and confusing values mixing culture and religion. The latest book in my collection to help decrypt the true message - Removing the Middleman, Volume 1: Deciphering Faith Without Ritual – has provided me solid, credible, and well-articulated knowledge. I applaud the author’s ability to focus on a small passage and really explain in detail with real world examples that are both relevant and relatable. I would recommend this book to readers of any age, regardless of religion, that wants to truly understand context from Islam. ”