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Must all women submit to men? Is Islam abusive? Does it involve any attacks on women? Is there any vaginal cutting?

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Islam has given responsibility to both men and women to respect each other. Abuse is not permitted, and if anyone abuses, he/she will be punished by Allah - as well as the authorities - for that.

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How do I get rid of negative thoughts?

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You could say "A'udu billah hi mi-nash shaytaan nir rajeem" which, in English, means "I seek protection from Satan the accursed."

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How do I learn the ninety-nine names of Allah?

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Learning the Qur'an requires dedication and determination. Quran is usually memorized by reading loudly but not very loudly. Just pick the first few names and recite them loudly, to the extent where you can hear yourself speak. After reciting the names a few times, try to recite them on your own without looking. If you can do it, recite the names a few more times without looking. If you can't then consult the book and repeat. If you learn the first few names then move on to the next few. Learn the names slowly and in batches so that it is easy to learn.

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Why do we need to purify ourselves?

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We need to purify ourselves before reading the Quran because it is a holy book and everything written in it is the word of Allah and Allah is the purest and free of everything.

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What is the difference between a part and a Surah?

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A Surah is an official chapter of the Quran. A part is there added by people to help you portion how much you read, as they are equal and in amounts.

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Is it necessary to read Qur'an out loud? Can I read the Qur'an silently?

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You do not have to read the Quran out loud, but it helps pronunciation.

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What prayer do I say after I read the Quran?

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Subhana rabbika rabbil izati amma yasifun, wa salamun alal mursalin, wal hamdu lillahi rabbil aalamin.

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Where can I buy a Qu'ran?

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A religious shop, a bookstore, or online.

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Where can I find classes to learn how to read Arabic?

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You should check at your local mosque, as they might offer lessons or direct you to someone offers classes.

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When should I read the Qur'an?

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Anytime you can. Whenever you're free. Try to read it regularly, though.

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I can't read the Arabic written in the Qur'an. What should I do?

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For that, you need a teacher to teach you Arabic. If you don't find any teacher, you can take help from a local Imam or you can learn online.

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I want to understand the Quran, but I can't read the Arabic without the vowels. What should I do?

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All Qur'ans are usually written with the vowels (zabar, zer, pesh / fatha, dhamma, khasra), so you should be able to read them. If you want to understand the meaning, there are multiple online translation websites you can check out to read the English translation. You can also purchase some from the nearest Islamic book shop.

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I have English Qur'an and I don't know how to read it. What should I do?

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Try purchasing the Qur'an in the language that you are most comfortable reading in.

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How can I give a non-Muslim the Qur'an to read while he is Junub?

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If he is sincere to find out more, then he should be invited to be shown the Qur'an. If he is impure, however, he must not touch the Arabic words. As for the translation, if there is no Arabic text, it is fine for him to hold and read it, but if there is Arabic, then avoid giving it to him until he is pure.

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I want to learn the Qur'an, can you help me?

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Try to take help from masjid imam. You can also take help from your Muslim friends. Also try to ask if there is any teacher in your area who can help you with it. Also, there are websites that can teach you online. May allah swt help you.

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If the Quran is written in English, can I touch it without Wudu, or do I still have to make Wudu?

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Qur'an in whichever language is still Qur'an, and touching it without Wudu is offensive.

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What should I read first in the Quran?

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Anything you like. You can also read the daily Surah, which, if recited, holds rewards and protection!

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Should I read at any particular time of day?

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You can read it at any time, but make sure you do wudu before touching the holy Quran.

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Can I read the Qur'an silently? Does doing so have the same benefit as reading out loud?

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Reading the Quran quietly is perfectly fine; however, if you're practicing to read, reading it out loud is recommended.

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I don't know Arabic. Can I read the Quran in my own language?

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You can read the Qur'an in any language if you do not know Arabic, but you should make an effort to learn Arabic so that you can read it in the language it was revealed.

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Who are the shaytaan people?

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It's Arabic for Satan. Satan people are people that hate religion, hate God, and try to mess up your life. Also known as evil persons.

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I wanted to read the Quran because I'm interested in Islam, but I didn't know I had to be cleansed.What should I do?

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You should perform Wudu (Ablution) to be cleansed before reading the Quran. You can find instructions in the wikiHow article, Perform Wudu .

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Can the Quran be read in my head, or is it compulsory to read it out loud?

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As with any other book, you can read it however you like. It's just important to think about the meaning behind the text.

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Is it compulsory to read the Qur'an in Arabic, or only or I just read the translation?

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The translation of the Qur'an is not the same as the Qur'an. When you read the Qur'an, you are rewarded for every letter you read. If you cannot read the Qur'an perfectly, but you still try to read, you will be rewarded even more for attempting to read it.

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How do I read the Qur'an more fluently without taking classes?

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You have to practice as much as possible every day. Listen to the recitation of the scholars (sheikhs).

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Is the Quran powerful?

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The Quran has not been changed for over 1,400 years, so it is definitely powerful in status.

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How I correct my pronunciation at home with out going regularly to classes?

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Look online on YouTube. If that is not available to you, go to a Masjid to receive help. Keep reading!

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How can I get a Qur'an in Vietnam?

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You could order one online. There are Qur'ans everywhere, it shouldn't be very hard to find one. You could also go to a mosque to get one.

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Who is the Qur'an written for?

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The Qur'an is the revealed word of God. It is written for mankind to learn about Islam.

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May I read the Qur'an while travelling?

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Yes, you can. There are certain types of Qur'an that can be used during traveling.

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