How to *actually enjoy* reading Quran

I remember listening to the recitation of Shaykh Al-Minshawi as a young child.

There’s something about his recitation, you see.

As soon as his voice fills the room, listeners are instantly captivated.

The clarity, the beauty, the emotional depth in every word. His recitation, along with that of many other senior mashayekh, is almost like listening to how the Quran was revealed to the Prophet ﷺ.

How does he do this? The way he brings life to the words of the Quran, making each letter sound as though it is being revealed in that moment, is mesmerising.

It made me realise how much more powerful the Quran becomes when it is recited with proper Tajweed, when each letter is given its due right.

I can’t help but think to myself. This. This is the ultimate goal. 

To not just read the Quran; but to read it in a way that makes the Quran come alive in my heart, just like Shaykh Al-Minshawi does.

But let’s be real for a moment.

Many of us struggle with reciting the Quran properly. You might feel frustrated because no matter how hard you try, your recitation doesn’t sound the way you want it to. Maybe you’ve been trying to improve your Tajweed but you’re overwhelmed by the complexity of the rules, or perhaps you’re unsure if you’re doing it right at all.

It’s disheartening to feel like your recitation isn’t quite there, especially when you know how much beauty and reward there is to be found in reading the Quran correctly.

So, how can we create this deep connection with the Quran in our own lives, especially during this blessed month of Ramadan?

It all comes down to three things:

1. Recognise that the Quran loves for you to read it.

Not only that, but it defends you. On the Day of Judgement, the Quran will stand as your witness.

The Prophet ﷺ said, "Recite the Quran, for it will come as an intercessor for its companions on the Day of Judgement." (Sahih Muslim)

Imagine that: the Quran, your companion, defending you, saying, And the Quran will say: I kept him from sleeping during the night; let me intercede for him. And they will be allowed to intercede.” (Sahih Hadith)

Knowing that the more you read, the more the Quran will intercede for you, is a powerful reminder that can turn your recitation into a loving, mutual relationship.

2. Feel the reward with every letter.

Every single letter you read brings you one deed, and each deed is multiplied by 10.

Just imagine: if every letter was worth $10, how many of us would keep a Mus’haf in hand at all times? The reward is real, tangible, and growing with every recitation. Even the shortest surah, Surah Al-Kawthar, brings about 500 hassanat (good deeds); and Surat Al-Fatiha alone brings in over 1,200!

As you recite the Quran, try to visually picture the mountains of hassanat forming around you. Subhan’Allah.

3. Ponder and reflect on the Quran.

The Quran wasn’t revealed just for us to finish reading it; it was revealed for us to ponder. Allah ﷻ says, “Do they not reflect upon the Quran, or are there locks upon their hearts?” [47:24]

We should be asking ourselves as we read, “What is Allah telling me in this verse? What does He want me to understand and act upon?”

If we stop treating the Quran as something to rush through and start treating it like a conversation with our Creator, we’ll feel the difference in our hearts. We’ll feel the Quran speaking directly to us.

So, how can you move from simply reading to truly living with the Quran this Ramadan?

It starts with the right tools and knowledge to improve both your recitation and understanding. Tools that will help you truly connect with the Quran’s beauty.

And this is why I created Tajweed Made Easy.

To help people feel the Quran’s beauty and rhythm. It’s the easiest Tajweed course you'll ever undertake, packed with vibrant, colourful lessons that make learning Tajweed feel effortless (…and where you’ll actually remember the rules).

If you're new to Quran reading, I also invite you to join my Learn to Read the Quran in Two Hours course. It’s a great starting point to begin reading the Quran in Arabic (in just two hours).

Both courses are designed to fit easily into your daily life as they are self-paced. You can start today and feel the Quran’s impact right away.

I look forward to seeing you in either course, insha’Allah.

May Allah bless us with a deeper love and understanding of His beautiful words this Ramadan and beyond.

في أمان الله
(I leave you in the protection of Allah),

Whenever you're ready, there are 3 ways I can help you: 

1. Learn to Read the Quran in Two Hours: My self-paced course guides you step-by-step to reading the Quran from scratch in just two hours. Perfect for reverts, beginners, and non-Arabic speakers. Join the growing community of students who have started their Quran reading journey.

2. Tajweed Made Easy: Master the essential Tajweed rules with the easiest Tajweed course you'll ever undertake. Designed for both the absolute beginner, or if you want to refine your recitation of the Quran. Join 200+ students transforming their recitation today!

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