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Read the Quran online: Arabic text, English translation and transliteration
Discover the complete Quran with all its sacred surahs
The Quran is made up of 114 surahs revealed to the Prophet Muhammad over 23 years. Each surah has a beauty of its own and carries a deep spiritual message that guides Muslims in their daily lives.
Reciting the Quran holds a central place in the life of believers. Listening to these sacred verses settles the soul and strengthens faith. Whether you are a beginner or well advanced in your learning, the audio lets you refine your pronunciation and take in the unique melody of each surah.
The 114 chapters of the holy book vary greatly in length. Surah al-Fatiha opens the Quran with only 7 verses, while Surah al-Baqara runs to 286 verses. This variety gives the faithful texts suited to every moment of prayer and reflection.
Learning the Quran calls for patience and regularity. Many Muslims begin by memorising the short surahs at the end of the book. These chapters are often recited in the five daily prayers and are a solid foundation for making progress.
La Recitation is not simply reading the Arabic words. It involves reflecting on the meaning and a spiritual connection with Allah. That is why audio becomes a valuable tool for feeling the emotion the verses carry.
Beyond recitation, the Quran naturally goes together with other spiritual practices. The supplications and dhikr sit perfectly alongside this drawing closer to the Creator. Regular reading gradually transforms the heart and mind of the believer.
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ReadYou may be wondering…
How do I read the Quran online with an English translation?
Select a surah from the list: each verse appears in Arabic, with its English translation and its transliteration. A built-in audio player lets you listen to the current verse, move to the next or repeat it. For continuous audio of a whole surah, use the Quran audio page instead.
Can I read the Quran in transliteration?
Yes, every verse is offered in transliteration (Latin letters), which helps those who cannot yet read Arabic to recite correctly. Transliteration is a temporary aid: Arabic letters have sounds with no exact equivalent in English. It is best to listen to a reciter alongside and to learn the rules of Tajwid gradually.
How do I keep track of the verses I have read?
While reading, you can mark each verse as read with a single tap, on mobile or on computer. The verses you mark feed your reading progress, which shows the percentage read per surah and an overview of the Quran. That lets you pick up exactly where you left off, even after several days.
Do I need ablutions to read the Quran on a screen?
Most scholars require ablutions to touch a printed Mushaf. For a phone or computer screen, many contemporary scholars hold that it is not a Mushaf in the strict sense and that ablutions are not obligatory, while still strongly recommending them out of respect for the word of Allah. If in doubt, make your ablutions before reading.
Which surah should I begin reading the Quran with?
Beginners often start with Al-Fatiha, essential for the prayer, then the short surahs at the end of the Quran (Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas, Al-Kawthar). They are easy to recite and to memorise. For a complete reading, follow the order of the Mushaf or take up our 30-day reading plan, at one juz a day.