Making Islamic ScholarshipAccessible to All
Expert translations and scholarly commentary for classical Islamic texts, delivered through modern technology
A Digital Repository ofIslamic Knowledge
Sharh (شرح) means "explanation" in Arabic. For over a millennium, Islamic scholars have written shuruh—detailed commentaries that unlock the depth of classical texts.
We've brought this tradition online, providing line-by-line English translations with scholarly commentary. Our platform doesn't just translate words—it preserves the rich intellectual tradition surrounding these foundational works.
Notion Built forStudents of Knowledge
Sharh Notes brings the power of modern productivity tools to Islamic scholarship. Take notes the way you're used to, but with features designed specifically for studying classical texts.
The game-changer? Import any book from Shamela or Usul.ai directly into your workspace. Annotate manuscripts, add your insights, and build your personal library of knowledge—all in one beautifully designed platform.
Digitize Your Arabic Manuscripts
Transform scanned PDFs and images of Arabic texts into fully searchable, editable digital content. Powered by advanced AI trained specifically for classical Arabic manuscripts.
1. Upload Your PDF
Upload any scanned Arabic manuscript, book, or document in PDF format
2. AI Processing
Our AI extracts Arabic text with high accuracy, preserving diacritics and formatting
3. Edit & Export
Review, edit, and export your digitized text for use in Sharh Notes or other platforms
Translations reviewed by leading Islamic scholars worldwide
Safeguarding centuries of knowledge for future generations
Accessible to students and researchers across the world
See Sharh in Action
Learn about our mission and mobile app directly from the founders
How We Work
Combining traditional scholarship with modern technology
We select untranslated foundational texts from Usul al-Fiqh, Kalam, and Mantiq—works that have shaped Islamic thought for centuries.
Expert scholars publish translations line-by-line with weekly updates. Modern scholarship meeting traditional rigor.
Intuitive digital interface designed for both casual learners and serious researchers. Web and mobile ready.
Building the Future ofIslamic Scholarship
We're creating a comprehensive digital ecosystem that will transform how Islamic sciences are studied, taught, and preserved for future generations.
Complete digital translations of foundational Islamic texts
Interactive & AI features beyond traditional publishing
Full-time resident scholars dedicated to translation
Platform connecting scholars with global supporters
Support Our Mission
Help us preserve and digitize centuries of Islamic scholarship. Your support funds expert translators, maintains our platform, and ensures these invaluable texts remain freely accessible to students and scholars worldwide.
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