importance of the holy Qur’an:

Quran is our holy book that was sent down on Holy Prophet
Muhammad (S.A.W.W) over the period of 23 years. Before its
revelation there existed other three islamic books as well but
most teachings in them were changed. Whereas the Quran is the
complete code of life which guides us about different parts of
society like morals, social affairs, politics, ethics and so much
more. Since its revelation till the end of this world, this book has
the ability to guide all future generations with its code of ethics
for humanity.
1. It is the most truthful speech: Prophet Muhammad (S)
regularly read the words of Allah to Muslims around him. These
Muslims were very pleased and excited to receive the words of
Allah. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: The most truthful speech,
the most eloquent advice, and the greatest stories are in the
Book of Allah. The Muslims listened carefully to what the Prophet
read, memorized the sentences and passages of the Qur’an,
recited them regularly and followed the teachings of the Qur’an.
In order to preserve the words of Allah the Prophet appointed
special people known as “Scribes of the Qur’an” to write down
the words of Allah.
2. It is in original language: Prophet Muhammad (S) was an Arab
and the majority of people in Mecca and Medina spoke Arabic.
Therefore, the Qur’an was sent in Arabic. Arabic is written from
right to left. It is better to learn to read the Qur’an in its original
language. Therefore, we will put efforts to learn Qur’an written
in Arabic instead of simply reading its translation in other
languages.
3. The Holy Qur’an contains Allah’s message to all people. It tells
people how to act correctly. It guides us to a correct way of life
in this world. The Book of Allah also talks about life after death.
It tells us that Allah has prepared Paradise for good people and
Hell for bad people. The Qur’an encourages the worship of only
one God Who creates and provides for them. The Book forbids
people from evil and condemns those who do wrong. It contains
stories of the past Prophets and the examples of bad and good
people. People are advised in the Qur’an to be good to others
and respect them. It teaches people to live in peace and
harmony.
4. Qur’an brings happiness in this world and the Hereafter.
Following the Qur’an brings happiness in this world and the
world after death. The Prophet (S) said: If you desire the life of
the fortunate, the death of a martyr, the salvation on the Day of
Regret and the shade on the Day of Extreme Heat, then you
should study the Qur’an because it is the word of the Merciful, a
sanctuary from Shaytaan and a causes the tilting of the Balance.
In another Hadith we read that the Prophet (S) has said: The
recitor of the Qur’an will be spared from the calamities of the
Hereafter.
5. It is the only Divine book that has remained unchanged. Allah
sent the Qur’an to His Prophet. A book sent by Allah to people is
known as a Divine Book or a Heavenly Book. Other Divine Books
were also sent to previous prophets. These are: Suhoof to
Prophet Ibraheem ‘alayhis salaam; Zaboor to Prophet Dawood
‘alayhis salaam; Tawraah to Prophet Moosaa ‘alayhis salaam; and
Injeel to Prophet ‘Eisaa ‘alayhis salaam.
The difference between the Qur’an and past revealed books is
that the Qur’an is the only Divine Book that has remained
unaltered. The Qur’an we have with us contains exactly the same
message that was sent to Prophet Muhammad by Allah through
Jibra’eel.
6. Our supplications get answered if we were to pray after
reading the Holy Qur’an. The Prophet (S) said: One who starts
the Qur’an and finishes it, Allah will grant him one answered
supplication. It also helps in strengthening our faith. Imam Ali (a)
said: Reciting the Qur’an plants the seed of faith.
7. The Qur’an is the best companion. It can be of great help
when a child or adult is feeling lonely. Imam Ali Zaynul ‘Aabideen
(a) said: If all who live between the East and West perish, I will
have no fear as long as I have the Qur’an with me.
8. Students get wise when they start reading the Qur’an in their
childhood. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: Whoever reads the
Qur’an before becoming Baaligh, has indeed been given wisdom
as a child. The Holy Book is the best intellectual treasure a
student can have. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: The Qur’an is a
wealth with which there is no poverty, and without which there
is no wealth. On the other hand, not caring to read and study the
Qur’an is a great loss. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: Surely the
person in whose heart lacks the trace of the Qur’an is like a
ruined house.
9. Muslims read the Qur’an to understand the true teachings of
Islam. Prophet Muhammad (S) left the Holy Book and the Sunnah
as the most important legacy for Muslims after him. He said: I
leave two weighty things among you: The Book of Allah and
Sunah
10. All Muslims recite some Soorahs in their prayers. However,
it is good to memorize more Soorahs and read them in Salaat.
Imam Muhammad Al-Baaqir (a) said: Whoever recites the Qur’an
while standing in his prayer, Allah will bestow on him a hundred
blessings for every letter; and whoever recites it while sitting in
his prayer, Allah will reward him fifty blessings for every letter;
and whoever recites it outside of his prayer, Allah will grant him
ten blessings for every letter.
11. The Qur’an is a cure to mental and spiritual diseases: Imam
Hasan al-‘Askaree (a) said: The Messenger of Allah (S) said: I
advice you to the Qur’an since it is the beneficial cure, the
blessed medicine, the protection (‘Isma) for he who holds fast to
it, and the salvation for he who follows it. Neither does it cause
crookedness so that it departs (from the truth) nor does it
deviate so that it causes trouble. Its marvels do not come to end
and the vastness of refutations does not wear it.
Source of Comfort:
Whenever I feel low, I open a random page of the Quran and start
reading it. And you won't believe it feels like Allah is talking to me
and I legit find a verse every time that is related to my problem
and it instantly takes the burden off my heart. It is like therapy.
There's no better feeling than this. Quran gives you solace and
inner peace.
testament on the Day of Judgement:
The Quran will stand witness for its readers on the day of
judgement and ask for forgiveness for its readers. Prophet
Muhammad (PBUH) said: "The Quran is a proof for you or
against you."
Makes You Closer to Allah:
When you read the Quran you feel like Allah is conversing with
you. As you move from one verse to another you learn about
what pleases Allah and from what things should we refrain
from. It makes you feel closer to Allah.
Attention:
If you are not reading the Quran on a daily basis trust me you
are missing out on a lot of things. I know many of us have hectic
routines but taking only 5 minutes out of your schedule for the
Quran is enough. Read as much as you can be it a one ruku or a
whole surah or even a one verse but read with understanding. It
is a source of our communication with Allah. It also cleanses our
hearts and helps us become a good Muslim and human being.
May Almighty Allah give us all the chance to read it daily and
act upon its teachings. Ameen!