By Nur Hazlinda

The Quran has been a blessing in my life since childhood—one I was fortunate to receive early yet failed to truly appreciate.

My parents taught me to read Arabic letters alongside my ABCs. I learned to recite Al-Fatihah, the three Quls, and various duas. I was also blessed to attend weekend madrasahs from kindergarten, where the Quran was deeply emphasized. From a young age, we were encouraged to read and memorise regularly.

BUT AS A CHILD, UNAWARE OF THE QURAN’S TRUE VALUE, I SAW IT MERELY AS A TASK TO COMPLETE OR A COMPETITION TO MEMORISE THE MOST —NOT AS A MEANS TO CONNECT WITH ALLAH. 

Now that I am much older, my understanding began to shift. I learned how the Quran was revealed, the significance of different surahs at different times, and how certain verses could offer comfort and guidance during hardship—just as our teachers had taught us.

I also came to appreciate the spiritual benefits tied to specific surahs.

For example, Surah Al-Waqi’ah, often referred to as the Surah of Wealth, is known to be a means of seeking sustenance and protection from poverty when recited regularly.

And Surah Al-Mulk, when read every night, serves as a shield from the punishment of the grave. These aren’t just rituals—they’re acts of devotion that carry deep meaning and mercy.

Now, in Ustaz Sameer’s class, I’ve been introduced to the etiquettes of engaging with the Quran, its sciences, and the proper rules of Tajweed.

I’ve come to realise how much time I’ve wasted, and how I’ve been reading incorrectly all this while—without giving the Quran the reverence and love it truly deserves.

Alhamdulillah, Allah has guided me back to the Quran once again.

This time, not just to recite sounds, but to read with accuracy and to understand its depth, and Insha’Allah, to study its Tafseer (Meaning).

I believe many of us share this experience. We learned the Quran as children, but as we grew older, we drifted away—stopped memorising, stopped improving. But it’s never too late. Let’s return to the Quran with renewed intention and love.

كِتَابٌ أَنزَلْنَاهُ إِلَيْكَ مُبَارَكٌ لِيَدَّبَّرُوا آيَاتِهِ وَلِيَتَذَكَّرَ أُوْلُوا الأَلْبَابِ

“[This is] a blessed Book which We have revealed to you, [O Muhammad], that they might reflect upon its verses and that those of understanding would be reminded.”

Surah Saad (38:29)

The Quran is our divine guidance. It holds answers to our struggles, brings peace to the heart, serves as a source of ease in the grave, and constantly reminds us of Allah and the Hereafter.

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