Ruling on Melodic Recitation of the Quran and the Etiquettes of Changing Between Loud and Silent Reading
Egypt’s Dar al-Ifta clarified the permissibility of varying between melodic recitation, loud reading, and silent recitation of the Quran, explaining that there is no religious restriction as long as proper etiquette is observed.
Questions often arise regarding the permissibility of melodic recitation of the Quran and whether a reciter must consistently maintain a single style of performance, particularly when alternating between audible and silent recitation.
Egypt’s Dar al-Ifta has clarified that it is not obligatory for a reciter to read all verses of a single surah aloud. Rather, it is permissible to alternate between loud and silent recitation depending on circumstances, with no religious objection to such variation. In some cases, silent recitation may even be preferred, such as when encountering a verse of prostration or when quietness is more appropriate.
The institution also explained that alternating between melodic recitation and non-melodic recitation is permissible as well. There is no requirement to adhere to one consistent style throughout the entire recitation. Instead, the matter is flexible and depends on what helps the reciter maintain focus, humility, and reflection.
In parallel, listening to the Quran is considered one of the most virtuous acts in Islam. The Quran itself instructs believers to listen attentively when it is recited, emphasizing silence and reflection as means to attain mercy. Listeners are encouraged to maintain calmness, avoid distractions, and engage with the meanings of the verses.
Recommended etiquettes include listening in a quiet environment, avoiding interruption or distraction, responding emotionally to verses of mercy or punishment, and maintaining a state of ritual purity when possible to perform prostration upon hearing verses of prostration.
Regarding the comparison between reciting and listening, Dar al-Ifta affirms that a Muslim is rewarded for listening to the Quran recited by others, and it is encouraged to listen to a proficient reciter with a pleasant voice. Reports from prophetic tradition highlight instances where the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) asked companions to recite the Quran for him, reflecting the value placed on listening and contemplation.
Overall, varying between different styles of recitation—whether melodic or plain, loud or quiet—is permissible, provided that the reciter adheres to proper etiquette and seeks sincerity, humility, and reflection in their engagement with the Quran.
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