Tajweed Rules For Qur’anic Recitation: A Beginner’s Guide

Author: Hafs Al Gazzi
Publisher: International Islamic Publishing House
Pages: 127
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN:978-603-501-065-8

About the Book:  For every letter of the Qur’an that a Muslim recites, s/he is rewarded ten times over. This immense reward for such a seemingly simple task emphasizes the importance of learning how to recite the Qur’an. ‘Tajweed Rules for Qur’anic Recitation: A Beginner’s Guide’ aims to give the reader the necessary tools to properly recite the Qur’an according to the manner in which the Prophet Muhammad (sa) recited it. To set the stage for learning the proper Qur’anic recitation, or tajweed, the history of the Qur’an is briefly discussed from its revelation to its compilation. In addition, the history of the Science of Tajweed is touched upon, in order to move the reader into the rules of Qur’anic recitation. With the beginning learner in mind, the rules are detailed in a simple yet clear manner. Each new rule is elucidated with examples from the Qur’an for learners to apply to their recitation. ‘Tajweed Rules for Qur’anic Recitation: A Beginner’s Guide’ is an essential learning tool for anyone seeking to gain proficiency in tajweed.