Memorizing the Qur'an without Tajwid


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Q 1: Some young men and I have started to memorize the Qur'an, but some of us do this without knowing the rules of Tartil (slow recitation of the Qur'an) or Tafsir (exegesis of the meanings of the Qur'an). Is this act permissible?


A: Muslims are required to memorize the Qur'an in a way that is free from Lahn (incorrect recitation due to mispronunciation of letters or grammatical mistakes). However, memorizing the Qur'an according to Tajwid (reciting the Qur'an following the rules of recitation) is one of the complementary factors that contribute to perfect recitation, which is to be applied as long as this is possible.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.




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