In the Quran, Qirat means “readings.” It refers to the different styles of reciting the Quran, passed down from famous scholars. There are ten well-known Qirat, each named after a respected reciter.

Before you begin, it’s helpful to know what these Ten Qirat are and how they differ in pronunciation and style. Let’s start this beautiful journey of learning the Quran in its various recitation styles.