Q&A

Addressing Mistakes in Quran Recitation

If I recite a portion of the Qur'an from memory as part of a complete recitation and then I discover that I made some mistake, do I need to repeat the recitation from the place where the error occurred?

Answer: If a person recites the Qur'an and realizes there was an error (in the recitation) in a word or verse, then what they have recited is done with, and they will be rewarded for it, as Allah the Exalted wills.

They should correct the mistake in their subsequent recitations.

It is not mandatory to repeat the recitation from the place where the mistake occurred. That is not mandatory, whether he recited from memory or by reading from the Mushaf. 

There is no need to return and repeat from the point of error. 

I ask Allah to benefit you through this recitation.

– Answered by Shaykh Dr. Asim Al Qaryooti

Read next

If Allah Created Everything, Why Does Evil Exist?
Q&A

If Allah Created Everything, Why Does Evil Exist?

If Allah created everything, why does evil exist? And why did the Prophet ﷺ say that evil is not attributed to Allah? Understand the Islamic explanation of evil, suffering, divine wisdom and the purpose of trials in this life.

Are you someone who loves Islamic Knowledge?

Sign up for our newsletter that will help you learn your Deen and come closer to Allah.

Subscribe to our newsletter

Are you someone who loves Islamic Knowledge?

Sign up for our newsletter that will help you learn your Deen and come closer to Allah.

Subscribe to our newsletter