Qira'at قِرَاءَات
The authentic, transmitted ways of reciting the Quran, each traced back to the Prophet.
- Arabic
- قِرَاءَات
- Transliteration
- Qira'at
- Meaning
- Recognised modes of recitation
- Topic
- Quran & its sciences
About Qira'at
The ten well-known qira'at differ in small points of pronunciation and sometimes in a word, and they all agree on the same text. The reading of Hafs from Asim is the most widespread today, while that of Warsh from Nafi is common in North and West Africa. The differences are part of how the Quran has been preserved.
See also
These entries are general, mainstream explanations for learning. Where scholars differ, this is noted. For rulings and personal questions, please ask a qualified scholar.