Day 23: 30 Days Excellence Challenge

 Tajweed Rule of the Day:
Alifatus Saba (الألفات السبع):
There are 7 words in the Quran that contain an Alif with a Sifr Mustateel(a oblong circle above the Alif) and are recited differently when stopping and continuing:

1. أنا (Ana) – When continuing, recite it without alif. When stopping, recite it as أنا (Ana).

2. لَٰكِنَّا (Laakinna) – When continuing, recite it without alif. When stopping, recite it as لَٰكِنَّا (Laakinna).

3. الظُنونَا (Azzununa) – When continuing, recite it without alif. When stopping, recite it as الظُنونَا (Azzununa).

4. الرَّسُولَا (Ar-Rasoola) – When continuing, recite it without alif. When stopping, recite it as الرَّسُولَا (Ar-Rasoola).

5. السَّبِيلَا (As-Sabeela) – When continuing, recite it without alif. When stopping, recite it as السَّبِيلَا (As-Sabeela).

6. سَلَاسِلَا (Salasila) –When continuing, recite it without alif. When stopping, recite it as سَلَاسِلَا (Salasila).

7. قَوَارِيرَا (Qawaareera) – When continuing, recite it without alif. When stopping, recite it as قَوَارِيرَا (Qawaareera).

Today’s Goal:
Recite Juz 23 and mark every occurrence of these 7 words. Focus on reciting them correctly when stopping and continuing.

Reflection:
How does applying the rule of Alifatus Saba help you appreciate the precision 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 Muhammad Jebril. Known for his deep and emotional recitation, Sheikh Jebril’s style is perfect for learning the rules of Alifatus Saba.

Listen to his recitation

Pay attention to how he recites these words when stopping and continuing.

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!