Johannes J.G. Jansen's 'The Interpretation of the Quran in Modern Egypt' offers a groundbreaking exploration into the evolving methodologies and societal impact of Quranic exegesis within contemporary Egyptian intellectual and religious spheres. This seminal work meticulously examines how various schools of thought, from traditional Al-Azhar scholarship to more modernist interpretations, have engaged with the holy text in response to 20th and 21st-century challenges. Jansen provides a nuanced analysis of key figures, movements, and debates, shedding light on the intricate relationship between religious scholarship, political discourse, and social change in one of the Arab world's most influential nations. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Islamic studies, Middle Eastern history, or the intersection of religion and modernity.