The Holy Quran
Your companion in recitation, and your space to reflect on the Book of Allah.
﴿ وَنُنَزِّلُ مِنَ الْقُرْآنِ مَا هُوَ شِفَاءٌ
وَرَحْمَةٌ لِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ ﴾
“And We send down of the Quran that which is healing and mercy for the believers.”
Surah Al-Isra · 17:82Surah index 114 surahs
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Around The World is a free platform for reading the Holy Quran and reflecting on its verses. You can read the full Quran in clear Uthmani script, or listen to its recitation in the voices of 38 reciters from across the Muslim world, with full support for both the Hafs ʿan ʿAsim and the Warsh ʿan Nafiʿ recitations.
To understand the meaning, read five trusted tafsir sources alongside each verse and translations of the Quran's meanings in more than 40 languages. Set a personal khatma plan and use daily tools like prayer times, Qibla direction and morning & evening azkar — completely free, with no account required.
Frequently asked questions
How many chapters (surahs) are in the Quran?
The Holy Quran has 114 surahs (chapters).
What was the first verse revealed in the Quran?
The first verses revealed were the opening verses of Surah Al-Alaq: 'Read, in the name of your Lord who created.'
What is the longest surah in the Quran?
The longest surah is Surah Al-Baqarah.
Is this Quran website free to use?
Yes. Reading, listening, translations, tafsir and all tools on this site are completely free, with no account required to start.
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