The central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the direct word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Also spelled Quran or Qur'an.
From Arabic 'qur'an' meaning recitation or reading, derived from the verb 'qara'a' meaning to read or recite. The name reflects how the text was originally transmitted orally before being compiled into written form.
The Koran is considered by Muslims to be inimitable in its Arabic prose, with its rhythmic and poetic qualities being central to its spiritual impact. Memorizing the entire Koran (becoming a hafiz) is a revered achievement that can take years of dedicated study.
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