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However, if the translation contains the names of God, the divine prophets, or the infallible Imams (AS), one must not touch those sacred Names with a hand or other body part while lacking purity and wudu. (Some of the Maraji-high-ranking jurists, hold different opinions on this point). 2.

Quantity of Quran Recited It is commendable to recite the Holy Quran frequently; through abundant recitation the hearts, which may be tarnished, are awakened and become recipients of guidance, healing, blessing , and piety. God Almighty says in the Quran: “So recite what is easy [for you of the Quran]” . [3] Imam Sadiq (AS) says: “The Quran is God’s covenant to His creatures; therefore, it is fitting for a Muslim person to look into this covenant and to recite from it fifty verses every day” .

[4] 3. Pleasant Scent, Perfume, and Using a Miswak It is good for a Quran reciter to use a pleasant fragrance while reciting and to clean the teeth with a miswak before recitation. Imam Sadiq (AS), quoting his noble grandfather, the Messenger of God (PBUHH), says: “Make the path of the Quran clean”. They asked, “O Messenger of God, what is the path of the Quran?” He replied: “Your mouths”. They asked: “With what [should we cleanse them]?” He said: “With the miswak” . [5] 4.

A Beautiful Voice It is desirable to recite the Quran with a beautiful, melodious, and moving voice. Reciting in a moving tone (ḥazin) engenders a state of humility and reverence in the heart and touches hearts more deeply. The Prophet (A) said: “The Quran was revealed with sorrow; so when you recite it, weep; and if you can not weep, then make yourself appear as if you are weeping” . [6] He also said: “Everything has an adornment, and the adornment of the Quran is a beautiful voice” .

[7] This recommendation was also reflected in the practice of the (AS), who themselves recited beautifully and pleasantly. It is reported that Imam Baqir (AS) recited so melodiously that passersby stopped in their tracks, and water-sellers on their rounds would halt and listen, giving their hearts to the pleasant sound of his recitation. [8] 5.

Contemplation and Paying Attention When the Holy Quran is being recited, one should not speak; rather, one should listen calmly to its verses and reflect upon them. God Almighty says in the Quran: “And when the Quran is recited, listen to it and be silent, that you may receive mercy” .