Teaching children the etiquettes (Adab) of reciting the Quran is not only about proper manners but also about cultivating respect and love for Allah’s Book. These etiquettes help kids develop discipline, humility, and sincerity in worship.
Let’s explore the key etiquettes every child should learn when reading the Quran.
1. Purification (الطهارة)
Before reciting the Quran, cleanliness is essential. Allah ﷻ says:
﴿لَا يَمَسُّهُ إِلَّا الْمُطَهَّرُونَ﴾
“None touch it except the purified.” (Surah Al-Waqi‘ah 56:79)
Purification involves three aspects:
- Purity of Place: Choose a clean and respectful place. Avoid dirty or inappropriate spots.
- Purity of Clothes: Wear neat clothes free from dirt or bad odor.
- Purity of Body: Perform wudu (ablution) if possible before reciting.
2. Using the Miswak (استخدام السواك)
It is recommended to clean the mouth before reciting. Ali ibn Abi Talib (رضي الله عنه) said:
“Your mouths are the pathways of the Quran, so purify them with the miswak.” (Al-Qawl Al-Sadeed fi ‘Ilm al-Tajweed, p.27)
The angels love to be near a clean reciter. If the mouth smells unpleasant, the angel distances itself. Hence, brushing teeth or using miswak shows respect for Allah’s words.
3. Covering the ‘Awrah (ستر العورة)
When standing before kings, people dress well. Then how about when speaking the words of Allah ﷻ, the King of kings? Wearing modest and proper clothing is recommended.
For girls, if wearing hijab at home is difficult, covering the rest of the body respectfully is sufficient.
4. Facing the Qiblah (استقبال القبلة)
It is preferable to face the Qiblah while reciting, especially in the mosque. This adds humility and focus.
5. Reciting in a Moderate Voice (القراءة بصوت معتدل)
The Prophet ﷺ said:
«زيِّنوا القرآنَ بأصواتِكِم»
“Beautify the Quran with your voices.” (Reported by Al-Zurqani, Mukhtasar Al-Maqasid, no. 513)
- Those blessed with a beautiful voice should not recite to impress others but only for Allah.
- Those without a melodious voice should not force themselves; sincerity is more important than sound.
6. Sitting with Respect (الجلوس بهيئة احترام)
Respect in body language reflects respect in heart. Allah ﷻ describes the believers:
﴿الَّذِينَ يَذْكُرُونَ اللَّـهَ قِيَامًا وَقُعُودًا وَعَلَىٰ جُنُوبِهِمْ﴾
“Those who remember Allah while standing, sitting, and lying on their sides…” (Surah Aal-e-Imran 3:191)
While reclining at home is allowed, sitting humbly with focus is more respectful, especially during learning or teaching sessions.
7. Observing Tajweed Rules (مراعاة أحكام التجويد)
Allah ﷻ commands:
﴿وَرَتِّلِ الْقُرْآنَ تَرْتِيلًا﴾
“And recite the Quran with measured recitation.” (Surah Al-Muzzammil 73:4)
The Prophet ﷺ said:
«الْماهِرُ بالقُرْآنِ مع السَّفَرَةِ الكِرامِ البَرَرَةِ، والذي يَقْرَأُ القُرْآنَ ويَتَتَعْتَعُ فِيهِ، وهو عليه شاقٌّ، له أجْرانِ»
“The skilled reciter of the Quran will be with the noble, righteous angels. And the one who stumbles while reciting and finds it difficult has two rewards.” (Sahih Muslim 798)
Thus, children should be taught Tajweed from an early age to honor the Quran properly.
Summary
Reciting the Quran is among the most honorable acts in Islam. Each letter brings ten rewards. Respecting the Quran through proper etiquette—cleanliness, modesty, facing the Qiblah, good voice, humility, and Tajweed—reflects true love for Allah’s Book.
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