'Recite the Qur'an in such a way that your hearts develop a love for it and your skin becomes softened by it. However as soon as your hearts become indifferent to it (meaning that the Qur'an has no effect on you), then stop reciting it.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Recite the Qur'an with love; if it no longer moves the heart, stop reciting.
- In plain terms
- Recite with love; if indifferent, cease recitation.
- What can you take from it?
- Maintain heartfelt connection when reciting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When have you felt indifference toward a practice?
- How can you rekindle interest?
Another view
Stopping recitation may conflict with communal expectations.
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