Day 17: 30 Days Excellence Challenge

Tajweed Rule of the Day:
Ikhfa Shafawi (إخفاء شفوي):
When a Meem Sakinah (مْ) is followed by the letter Ba (ب), hide the Meem and pronounce it with Ghunnah (nasalization) for 2 harakat. This is called Ikhfa Shafawi (lip hiding).

Examples for Clarity:

• Ikhfa Shafawi Examples:

• تَرْمِيهِمْ بِحِجَارَةٍ → "Tarmeehim bihijaaratin" (Meem Sakinah followed by ب).

• وَهُمْ بِالْآخِرَةِ → "Wahum bil-aakhirati" (Meem Sakinah followed by ب).

• عَلَيْهِمْ بِصِيرَةٍ → "Alayhim baseeratin" (Meem Sakinah followed by ب).

Today’s Goal:
Recite Juz 17 and mark every Meem Sakinah followed by Ba (ب). Focus on hiding the Meem with Ghunnah.

Reflection:
How does applying the rule of Ikhfa Shafawi help you appreciate the subtlety and beauty of the Quran? Reflect on how these rules enhance your recitation and connection with Allah’s words.

Meet a Qari of the Day:
Today’s Qari is Sheikh Abdullah Juhany. He is renowned for his strong, clear voice, which resonates through the halls of Masjid Al Haram. Listen to his recitation here

Pay attention to how he applies the rule of Ikhfa Shafawi in his recitation.

Share Your Progress:
Post a screenshot of your marked Quran or share a short audio clip of your recitation using the hashtag #30DaysExcellenceChallenge. Let’s inspire each other to grow in excellence!