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“When the Quran is read, listen to it with attention, and hold your peace: that ye may receive Mercy.” Quran 7:204
Memorization of the Quran was given more emphasis in early Islam, as this was the only protected and trustworthy method given the conditions of that time. The reason is that the number of people who could read or write was very limited in those days. The means of publishing books, such as printing press, etc., were not there. Therefore, within a short time, there was on hand a large group of noble Companions who had the Glorious Quran all committed flawlessly to their memory. This method continued even after
“When the Quran is read, listen to it with attention, and hold your peace: that ye may receive Mercy.” Quran 7:204
Memorization of the Quran was given more emphasis in early Islam, as this was the only protected and trustworthy method given the conditions of that time. The reason is that the number of people who could read or write was very limited in those days. The means of publishing books, such as printing press, etc., were not there. Therefore, within a short time, there was on hand a large group of noble Companions who had the Glorious Quran all committed flawlessly to their memory. This method continued even after complication/ writing of Quran a7 till to date when Quran is available in more than 40 languages of the world, it is being memorized as God has committed for its protection till the day of judgment.
Among the Qaris worldwide, the name of Qari Waheed Zafar Qasmi has a prominent place. Qari Sahib started his career of Qirat since his early childhood, which is continuing till present. He also recites Naats and Hamds regularly and has some very popular Sanas on his credit. He has performed all over the world and has won many national and international awards. His contribution in the field of Qirat and Sana Khawani led him to win the Pride of Performance Award as well in the year 1985.
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