Ruling on Praying and Reading from a Mobile Phone During Prayer: Dar Al-Ifta Fatwa
Learn the Islamic ruling on reading the Quran or supplications from a mobile phone during prayer, and what Dar Al-Ifta has explained regarding its permissibility and the scholarly evidence supporting it.
With the spread of modern technology and the availability of the Qur’an and supplications on mobile phones, many worshippers have begun asking about the ruling on reading from a phone during prayer, and whether it is permissible to rely on it in obligatory or voluntary prayers. Islamic fatwa bodies have clarified the matter with ease and clarity.
Reading the Qur’an from a Mobile Phone During Prayer
Scholars have stated that reading the Qur’an from a physical copy or a mobile phone during prayer is permissible and contains no wrongdoing. This view is held by some scholars of the Shafi‘i school, provided that the worshipper maintains the pillars and humility of the prayer.
It is allowed for the praying person to read from a mushaf or mobile phone when needed, as long as the essential structure of the prayer—standing, bowing, and prostration—remains valid.
Reading Supplications from a Mobile Phone During Prayer
It is also permissible to read supplications from a mobile phone or a book during prayer, whether they are traditional prophetic supplications or personal prayers. Responding with “Ameen” is also allowed, as supplication in Islam is broad and not restricted to a specific format.
Supplication is an open act of worship that may be performed through any available means, whether memorized, read from a phone, or taken from written sources, without any religious restriction.
The Flexibility of Supplication in Islam
Dar Al-Ifta emphasized that supplication should be made with humility and frequent remembrance of God using any accessible means, without unnecessary strictness, as Allah has commanded His servants to call upon Him and promised to respond.
The Almighty says: “Call upon Me; I will respond to you,” reflecting the openness of supplication for every believer in all circumstances.
Final Ruling Summary
Reading the Qur’an and supplications from a mobile phone during prayer is permissible when needed and does not invalidate the prayer, provided that its pillars and concentration are preserved. The essence of the matter is ease and not hardship.
Is it allowed to read the Qur’an from a phone during prayer?
Yes, it is permissible when needed according to some scholars, especially within the Shafi‘i school.
Does reading from a phone invalidate the prayer?
No, the prayer remains valid as long as its essential pillars are properly observed.
Can supplications be read from a phone during sujood?
Yes, supplication is allowed in sujood in any valid form, including reading from a phone.
Is it allowed to use a digital Qur’an in prayer?
Yes, if it helps recitation without distracting the worshipper or affecting prayer focus.
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