A Discussion With Young Ladies About The Struggles Of Reciting Qur’an Regularly

Looking around, we realize how the days go by between the rushes of our daily chores. Squeezing tasks in the schedule that can be delayed can, at times, be an ordeal.

Drinking a good amount of water, eating fruits, getting a good 8-hour sleep, exercising, reciting Qur’an, and dhikr are on the long list of tasks which often take a backseat even when we know their importance.

When we talk about religious obligations, we all struggle with one or another. No one is perfect.

Here we are to discuss a religious duty so many of us struggle with: Qur’an recitation. It can be difficult to actually stop everything for a while and recite it with complete peace of mind.

Managing it with our daily routine, getting into the mood for recitation, or prioritization issues are among the various struggles most of us face. The obstacles are always there. Some are genuine, others are imagined. But, are there issues that one cannot overcome? I had this question popping up in my mind, so, I decided to look around and ask my friends and family.

I approached a few women who could not recite the Holy Qur’an daily. Following is a 2-minute survey showing some of their struggles.

“What would you think if I ask you about your Qur’an recitation habit?” was the question. And, the answers are listed down here.

Aysha, A 29-year old mother

A 29-year old married lady, Aysha, who used to recite the Holy Book every day is now striving to continue with it after the birth of her newborn. She told us, ”I keep promising myself to resume recitation each day but get caught up in one thing or another. I hope to be able to overcome it soon.”

She has a tiny human being dependent on her now, adding to her to already busy lifestyle. She is, however, tormented by not being able to connect to Qur’an as she always had. Also, she wants her daughter to hear Qur’an recitation while growing up and her neglect is making her sad.

Noor, a student perspective

Noor, a medical student, had some other reasons. Quoting her, ”I REALLY want to start daily Qur’an recitation but I just have to ‘initiate’. Because (I believe) it requires proper protocols and we can’t just open it up like any other book.”

It was wonderful chatting with her and seeing her immense respect for the Book. She intends to give it the ultimate respect that it deserves which is hard for her with her tough studies. It is, she believes, a religious obligation which should be given its due time.

Hira who thinks she just procrastinates, although she has time and will

While Aysha discussed her wish to take out some time to read the Qur’an, another married friend of ours, Hira, admitted that she is neither very busy nor facing any troubles. She just procrastinates it for the insignificant household chores. She has started Qur’an multiple times but could not complete it. Isn’t it commonplace? Shaytan keeps us busy by reminding us of the menial jobs at hand. The struggle, which may seem small, is real, and it takes strength to conquer it.

Our mind is fully occupied with the ups and downs of life, both professional and personal, which is why our spiritual practices often take a backseat. A working lady, Zahra, shared: ”My routine is pretty tough. Between my work and household, I find it very difficult to sit down and open the Book.”

An interesting common point:

An interesting point to note, however, among these and a number of other people I interviewed was that they recite the Surahs they know by heart almost regularly. It indicates their love and inclination towards the words of the Creator. It is sitting down and spending time with the Book is where they are all struggling.

The goal for all of us is to pinch out a handful of our precious moments and give them to understanding the message of our Lord. We must keep trying, no matter what it takes.

Is it a struggle for you too? Let us know your reasons in the comments.

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