Have you completed the Quran? Don’t Forget to Pray! Ramadan is coming to an end, and if you have successfully completed the Quran, wow, that’s really cool! But, after completing it, some people are confused, “Do I have to recite a prayer?” So, what is the prayer to complete the Quran according to the Sunnah? Let’s discuss it together!
Prayer to Complete the Quran According to the Sunnah, How is it?
Actually, there is no special prayer that must be recited after completing the Quran according to the hadith of the Prophet ﷺ. However, Anas bin Malik radhiyallahu ‘anhu once gathered his family to pray together after completing it. This is a sign that praying after completing it is recommended.
Several scholars also mention prayers that often appear at the end of the Quran. One of them is:
اللهم إني أسألك برحمتك التي وسعت كل شيء أن تغفر لي
“O Allah, I ask You by Your mercy that encompasses all things, that You may forgive me.” (QS. Al-A’raf: 156)
In addition to this prayer, it is permissible for us to pray in our own language, asking for guidance, blessings, or whatever we desire. The important thing is to pray from a sincere heart.
Also read: How to Manage Your Sleep Time During Ramadan
The Scholars of the Past Were So Enthusiastic to Complete the Quran!
If you are still struggling to complete the Quran, don’t be discouraged. Just look at the enthusiasm of the scholars of the past:
- Al-Aswad bin Yazid: completed the Quran every two days during the month of Ramadan.
- Qatadah bin Da’amah: completed the Quran every three days, even in the last 10 days of Ramadan, he completed it every day.
- Imam Syafi’i: completed the Quran 60 times during Ramadan!
Crazy, right? They not only read, but also internalized and practiced the contents of the Quran. It can be an inspiration for us to be more diligent.
Also read: Tips for Completing the Qur’an During Ramadan
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ Gives Tips to Complete the Quran, But Don’t Force It!
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ once suggested completing the Quran in at least a month:
اقرأ القرآن في كلش شهر
“Read (complete) the Quran in a month.” (HR. Bukhari and Muslim)
If you are able, you can do it faster:
اقرأهُ في سبعٍ ولا تزدعلى ذلكَ
“Read in seven days, don’t do it faster than that.” (HR. Bukhari and Muslim)
But the most important thing is not just to finish reading, but also to understand and enjoy our reading. Take it easy, the important thing is to be consistent!
Also read: Worship During Ramadan While Commuting
Want to Complete the Quran in Ramadan? Try This!
So that it’s not too hard, here are some ways you can try:
- 4 Page Method per Prayer
- Before prayer: 2 pages
- After prayer: 2 pages
- A day = 20 pages (1 juz)
- 30 days = 30 juz (complete!)
- Divide Reading Time
- Fajr: 10 pages
- Dhuhur: 10 pages
- Ashar: 10 pages
- Maghrib & Isha: 10 pages
- A day = 40 pages (2 juz)
With this method, you can complete the Quran twice in Ramadan.
- Listen to Murottal
Busy? Don’t have time to read? Easy! Listening to murottal can be an alternative to stay close to the Quran.
- Read with Friends or Family
If you feel less enthusiastic alone, invite friends or family to complete the Quran together. It can be additional motivation!
Also read: The Virtues of the Month of Ramadan: Time to Harvest Rewards!
Benefits of Finishing the Quran in the Month of Ramadan
In addition to the manifold rewards, there are many other benefits:
- Getting intercession on the Day of Judgment: The Quran will be our defender.
- A calmer heart: Reading the Quran makes the soul more peaceful.
- Being closer to Allah ﷻ: The more often we read, the closer our relationship with Him.
- Understanding Islam more deeply: Reading often, so we understand the teachings of Islam better and can practice them.
Khatimah: Finishing is Important, But Don’t Forget to Pray Too!
So, the prayer to finish the Quran according to the sunnah does not have a special text from the Prophet ﷺ, but it is still recommended. The scholars used to be very enthusiastic about finishing the Quran, especially in the month of Ramadan. We can also join in the enthusiasm in a lighter and more realistic way.
But remember, the main goal is not just to finish, but also to understand and practice the contents of the Quran in everyday life. May this Ramadan be a moment for us to get closer to the Qur’an. Aamiin.
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References:
Al-Qur’an Al-Karim https://tafsirweb.com
Al-Bukhari, Muhammad bin Ismail. Sahih al-Bukhari. Accessed from https://www.hadits.id/hadits/bukhari
Muslim, Abu al-Husain. Sahih Muslim. Accessed from https://www.hadits.id/hadits/muslim.
Tafsir Ibn Kathir, QS. Al-A’raf: 156
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