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Living with the Qur’an: A yearlong journey to falling in love with Allah’s Words
Your companion and compass. Let Allah's Words guide you.
In Living with the Qur’an, Sunday Times bestselling author Aliyah Umm Raiyaan invites you to embark upon a beautiful and interactive year-long journey with the Perfect Words of Allah. Through each of its chapters – one for every week of the year – you will discover a 4 step process to:
-Contemplate the meanings of verses of the Qur’an through tafseer, personal stories and spiritual reflections
-Respond to a powerful question to create a shift in your soul
-Take 3 simple actions throughout the week to tangibly apply the verses
-Fall in love with The Author, Allah ‘azza wa jal
Practical, personal and deeply intimate, Living with the Qur’an is for anyone wanting to cultivate a life-long close relationship with the Book of Allah. Through contemplation and personal application, experience the Qur’an as a personal guide specifically for you. May it be your constant companion throughout the journey of your life.
In Living with the Qur’an, Sunday Times bestselling author Aliyah Umm Raiyaan invites you to embark upon a beautiful and interactive year-long journey with the Perfect Words of Allah. Through each of its chapters – one for every week of the year – you will discover a 4 step process to:
-Contemplate the meanings of verses of the Qur’an through tafseer, personal stories and spiritual reflections
-Respond to a powerful question to create a shift in your soul
-Take 3 simple actions throughout the week to tangibly apply the verses
-Fall in love with The Author, Allah ‘azza wa jal
Practical, personal and deeply intimate, Living with the Qur’an is for anyone wanting to cultivate a life-long close relationship with the Book of Allah. Through contemplation and personal application, experience the Qur’an as a personal guide specifically for you. May it be your constant companion throughout the journey of your life.
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Published December 4, 2025
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December 13, 2025
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I didn't think that I would've finished the book so suddenly but here we are. This is my summary of the book but I hope that you can read it yourself so you may benefit from it. I'll be sharing my thoughts on my favourite quotes.
"Often, we reach for Islamic quotes to feel inspired and to give us that emaan (faith) boost, but the Qur’an, subhanAllah, is the most powerful boost of all to faith. It is The Quote. And your Rabb’s Words speak to you directly, without needing to be dressed up or explained away. As the wife of the Prophet , Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her), said, the first verses of the Qur’an to be revealed were about the afterlife and accountability – verses that connected directly to the heart and softened it. That is what this book seeks to achieve: to develop your heart’s connection to the Book of Allah. Not just studying the Words of Allah, but deeply living with them."
The reason why the Qur'an was sent to us was for us to ponder. How can we live our lives without knowing what Allah is trying to tell us. We should be actively living the ayahs.
"By this point, I was married and had small children, and I went to a talk where the sister was speaking about parenting. In that talk, she told me something that changed the course of my life. She shared that the Prophet’s character ﷺ was the Qur’an and the people closest to you should feel the benefit of your good character due to your relationship with the Qur’an."
The way we are with people matters. The people learn Islam from the way you deal with yourselves. The Prophets were elegant in their dealings, their mannerisms attracted people. The best of characters to have existed is the Prophet ﷺ. Even his enemies would acknowledge that he was a trustworthy person.
"But the suitcase on this journey is not one that contains tangible items. The journey with the Qur’an is an intimate internal journey of your soul and the suitcase is your heart – the home of your thoughts and feelings and the governor of your actions."
How often do we prioritise our bodies but not the soul? This whole life is a journey, a journey for hardships and ease and we need the Qur'an to be the manual for our life, to guide us through it.
"You may need to remove grudges, envy, bitterness, arrogance – and something else. You need to release the belief you are not enough to live life with the Qur’an."
The Qur'an is for everyone. This horrible mindset that you are not worthy of the Qur'an is a trick from the shaytan. Are you a Muslim? Do you believe in the Qur'an? The Qur'an states that it is a mercy and a guide for the believers. When will you treat it as such?
"The more you come to istighfaar, the more you can come to the Qur’an. And the more you come to the Qur’an, the more it gives you."
Cleaning your heart is an important step when it comes to reflecting upon the Qur'an. Take the example of a dirty mirror. Can you see your own reflection? Before you can do it, you need to clean it up. The polish of the heart is istighfar and dhikr.
"Has the time not yet come for believers’ hearts to be humbled at the remembrance of Allah and what has been revealed of the truth, and not be like those given the Scripture before – ˹those˺ who were spoiled for so long that their hearts became hardened. And many of them are ˹still˺ rebellious. Surah Al-Hadid 57:16"
This ayah is a call to action for believers to remember Allah to avoid the fate of those whose hearts became hardened. By living the Qur'an through our daily actions, we can avoid such an evil fate. Reflecting is one half, the other half is action.
"Remember Ibn al-Qayyim’s analogy of the believer being like a bird with two wings of hope and fear. I feel we have lost our balance. I am the biggest proponent of moving through life with hope, seeking out Allah’s Mercy. But we need to have the hard conversations too."
We should get rid of false beliefs about Allah that He is Completely Merciful to everyone and that He is Severe in Punishment to everyone. People become complacent and commit sins left and right, thinking that all they need to do is cry a little bit and make tawbah and Allah will easily forgive them. The other extreme is when people have committed a sin and lose all hope in tawbah. Balance hope and fear in Allah, like the bird with 2 wings.
"‘Say, ˹O Prophet, that Allah says,˺ “O My servants who have exceeded the limits against their souls! Do not lose hope in Allah’s Mercy, for Allah certainly forgives all sins. He is indeed the All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.”’ Surah Az-Zumar 39:53"
"Dear reader, remember, one of shaytaan’s most subtle whispers is making you think that your negative thoughts are true and your excuses are valid."
If you have read any self-help book on mental health, they'll be telling you that the more time and space you give negative thoughts in your mind, the stronger it becomes. Allowing it to overtake you will in turn reduce your willpower and you begin to make excuses that you can't do it, even though you can.
"Practise the One Breath Rule: when you remember an obligation or good deed, especially a sudden call to read the Qur’an, do it within one breath. ‘I need to pray’ – get up right away. ‘I want to sit with the Qur’an’ – immediately open the mushaf or app on your phone. This disrupts the excuse-making process before it begins. Remember, shaytaan works in delay."
A great way to be proactive is to just do it. A lot of people say that they don't have time for the Qur'an but if you were to just tell yourself "Just 1 Ayah" see how quickly that turns in 1 page, then 10 pages then 1 juz. سبحان الله
"I’ll repeat – it’s okay to despair. It’s okay to break because the Prophets broke and Allah values their breaking moments by recording them in the Qur’an."
All of us are humans and we have emotions. What we need to do is channel our emotions through the right channels. Yaqub AS complained to Allah about Yusuf AS. He didn't cry to anyone else. He dealt with his emotions with how he felt was best. He didn't waste his tears on anyone. Every drop which fell, solely to Allah.
"The believer cries out to Allah in earnest – and this is ibadah (worship) too."
"When the ruling was delivered and it was against me, I couldn’t believe it. I was angry at Allah. I questioned Him – why did You do this? I had made du’a! I had done so much. I was like a child upset with their parent. That evening, as the doors to my cell were shut, I stood on my prayer mat and prayed, but it was an angry prayer, an angry salah....
.....
That’s when the realisation hit me: I made tawbah (the return to Allah through repentance) to Allah. I realised Allah wasn’t giving me what I so badly wanted now, because He wanted to give me a greater victory at some point in the future."
Sometimes we don't know what is good for us. We should always ask for Afiyah. We shouldn't be too specific in our supplications, for example "Oh Allah, I want to marry Fatimah" but rather "Oh Allah, let me marry a pious spouse"
"It is the sunnah (tradition) of life that beauty always emerges from everything that goes through a breaking process. The seed breaks for the flower to emerge. The rainbow appears through the cracks in the stormy sky. The grain is split for wheat to grow. Your heart, when balanced, will then break in humility, so that true faith and submission flows. And finally, look how Allah placed ‘لَنَا’ (lana), to Us, before ‘خَاشِعِينَ’ (khāshi’īn). This balance, this brokenness before Allah, was only possible because they sought Him and Him alone."
"Are you able to diagnose the level of health of your heart and soul? The answer is no. Who knows? Only your Lord, your Creator. I’ve been wanting to book a full body health check for some time. The older I get, the more health challenges I experience. But I ask myself, where is the longing for a full soul health check?"
"And in that way, she and her death are a gift from Allah. There is this person I love and who I want to meet again. There’s someone there for me. Allah knew I would need that constant reminder, and He gave it to me."
It's usually the hardships in life where we are inclined to turn back to Allah. These hardships may have existed due to your lack of gratitude in ease. Going through death is the one of the hardest tests in life, especially when it involves a newborn. The amount of courage it takes to deliver a baby which is already dead... I can't imagine the pain of the mother. In Islam, we are encouraged to stay firm, to be patient. The one who bears patience during such an ordeal as losing a child before puberty, ان شاء الله they will receive Jannah. They will be reunited with their loved one.
"‘And whoever is mindful of Allah, He will make a way out for them, and provide for them from sources they could never imagine. And whoever puts their trust in Allah, then He alone is sufficient for them. Certainly Allah achieves His Will. Allah has already set a destiny for everything.’ Surah At-Talaq 65:2–3"
"In the past, I often associated gratitude with what had been given to me – the blessings I could clearly see. But true gratitude goes deeper. It’s about recognising Allah’s Wisdom in all that exists in your life, both what He gives and what He withholds."
"Having experienced life without access to the Qur’an and then tasted the sweet comfort that the Qur’an brought at that terrible time, I truly understand: you don’t know the value of something unless it’s taken away from you."
"But the more your back experiences ruku, the easier it becomes. This is how it feels to battle with yourself over Allah’s Decree."
"I’ve started to notice a pattern in my tests. It’s rarely about what the test is. Rather, it becomes a test when I’m required to completely let go, relinquish control and place my trust in Allah ‘azza wa jal."
"‘When My servants ask you ˹O Prophet˺ about Me: I am truly near. I respond to one’s prayer when they call upon Me. So let them respond ˹with obedience˺ to Me and believe in Me, perhaps they will be guided ˹to the Right Way˺.’ Surah Al-Baqarah 2:186.
"‘Whether you speak openly ˹or not˺, He certainly knows what is secret and what is even more hidden.’ - "But I look at this verse through a positive lens: I have so many good secrets that I don’t share with others as I’m not seeking reward from people."
"Life is fluid. It has seasons. There are moments when we’re able to give generously in charity and there are tough times when we need to be careful with our expenses. But what I love about my friend’s example is that we can always come close to Allah through actions that are unimpacted by external circumstances – ihsaan in worship and ihsaan in character."
"For the longest time, I didn’t like myself. I felt I was lacking in so many ways. I berated myself even at the smallest perceived ‘failure’. The voice in my head was strong: you’re not enough; you need to do more, be more; you’ve made too many mistakes and you’ll never change. It was no wonder why I felt the absence of love and yearned for it: because it was missing within."
"One of my favourite supplications to make is ‘O Allah, use me for Your deen.’ But get ready for how Allah ‘azza wa jal answers such a du’a. He will move people out of your life, bring new ones in and push you to heal and grow – all part of the preparation for how He has planned to use you."
"I finally realised that when Allah presents you with opportunities, you shouldn’t question them. Don’t ask yourself if you’re worthy. Let Him decide that. Accept the opportunities. Take the challenge."
"Before every decision, big or small, stop and reflect on how it aligns with Allah’s Teachings. Ask yourself: Is this pleasing to my Lord?"
"As we were learning about the munafiqeen (hypocrites), who used to show Islam to the people but in their hearts were not really accepting it, it hit me. I was one of them. I was living my life thinking I was submitting, but I wasn’t. My heart hadn’t fully surrendered to all that Allah wanted from me and my actions were proof of it. I realised that the munafiqoon are definitely not just a group in Madinah at the time of the Prophet ﷺ."
"I have seen first-hand in my own life and in the lives of those I love that a true relationship with the Qur’an is the greatest source of barakah there is."
"There’s also the joy of being Muslim: the joy of worship, of reciting the Qur’an, of being in intimate conversation with Allah. I’ve realised I wasn’t truly living until I stepped into that joy. And even more than that, I didn’t know the depth of life until I allowed myself to find joy through His Words – just like Nadia, whose story goes on with that very realisation."
"If we don’t have the same feeling at the thought of not having access to the Qur’an as we have at the thought of losing our phones, then this is a clear sign to revise our relationship with the Qur’an."
"The companion of the Prophet ﷺ Abdullah bin Mas’ud (radiAllahu anhu) said: When a man amongst us learned ten verses [of the Qur’an], he would not move on [to the next verses] until he had understood their meanings and how to act by them. Al Tabari
"‘And ˹remember˺ when your Lord proclaimed, “If you are grateful, I will certainly give you more.”’ Surah Ibrahim 14:7
"As you continue your journey of living with the Qur’an, ensure you thank your Rabb at each juncture of your journey. Thank Him in your du’a. Thank Him by giving sadaqa. Thank Him by inviting others to embark upon this journey with the Qur’an too. But ultimately, show Him gratitude by practically living with His Book through all the seasons of your life – regularly and consistently.
"Each evening, ask yourself: What did I do today that would contribute to light in my grave?"
"Surah Al-Baqarah is powerful. Speak to anyone who recites it regularly, and you will hear about the impact of it on them and their lives."
"Sheikh Wasim described to me how Allah tells us that the Qur’an is a clarification for everything. For everything that you will ever face in your life, there will be an answer, or a guidance or a piece of advice connected to it, in the Qur’an."
"Always remember that the Qur’an was always meant for you. So, take what you’ve gained from this journey. Let the Qur’an live in your heart and live through your actions. Let Allah’s Words guide your life. And, when the time is right, let it overflow to someone else."
ان شاء الله I will try and post more reflections of these quotes on my social media accounts :).
Highly recommend for you guys to buy this book and read it for yourself.
Don't neglect the Qur'an, but rather, Live the Qur'an.
I didn't think that I would've finished the book so suddenly but here we are. This is my summary of the book but I hope that you can read it yourself so you may benefit from it. I'll be sharing my thoughts on my favourite quotes.
"Often, we reach for Islamic quotes to feel inspired and to give us that emaan (faith) boost, but the Qur’an, subhanAllah, is the most powerful boost of all to faith. It is The Quote. And your Rabb’s Words speak to you directly, without needing to be dressed up or explained away. As the wife of the Prophet , Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her), said, the first verses of the Qur’an to be revealed were about the afterlife and accountability – verses that connected directly to the heart and softened it. That is what this book seeks to achieve: to develop your heart’s connection to the Book of Allah. Not just studying the Words of Allah, but deeply living with them."
The reason why the Qur'an was sent to us was for us to ponder. How can we live our lives without knowing what Allah is trying to tell us. We should be actively living the ayahs.
"By this point, I was married and had small children, and I went to a talk where the sister was speaking about parenting. In that talk, she told me something that changed the course of my life. She shared that the Prophet’s character ﷺ was the Qur’an and the people closest to you should feel the benefit of your good character due to your relationship with the Qur’an."
The way we are with people matters. The people learn Islam from the way you deal with yourselves. The Prophets were elegant in their dealings, their mannerisms attracted people. The best of characters to have existed is the Prophet ﷺ. Even his enemies would acknowledge that he was a trustworthy person.
"But the suitcase on this journey is not one that contains tangible items. The journey with the Qur’an is an intimate internal journey of your soul and the suitcase is your heart – the home of your thoughts and feelings and the governor of your actions."
How often do we prioritise our bodies but not the soul? This whole life is a journey, a journey for hardships and ease and we need the Qur'an to be the manual for our life, to guide us through it.
"You may need to remove grudges, envy, bitterness, arrogance – and something else. You need to release the belief you are not enough to live life with the Qur’an."
The Qur'an is for everyone. This horrible mindset that you are not worthy of the Qur'an is a trick from the shaytan. Are you a Muslim? Do you believe in the Qur'an? The Qur'an states that it is a mercy and a guide for the believers. When will you treat it as such?
"The more you come to istighfaar, the more you can come to the Qur’an. And the more you come to the Qur’an, the more it gives you."
Cleaning your heart is an important step when it comes to reflecting upon the Qur'an. Take the example of a dirty mirror. Can you see your own reflection? Before you can do it, you need to clean it up. The polish of the heart is istighfar and dhikr.
"Has the time not yet come for believers’ hearts to be humbled at the remembrance of Allah and what has been revealed of the truth, and not be like those given the Scripture before – ˹those˺ who were spoiled for so long that their hearts became hardened. And many of them are ˹still˺ rebellious. Surah Al-Hadid 57:16"
This ayah is a call to action for believers to remember Allah to avoid the fate of those whose hearts became hardened. By living the Qur'an through our daily actions, we can avoid such an evil fate. Reflecting is one half, the other half is action.
"Remember Ibn al-Qayyim’s analogy of the believer being like a bird with two wings of hope and fear. I feel we have lost our balance. I am the biggest proponent of moving through life with hope, seeking out Allah’s Mercy. But we need to have the hard conversations too."
We should get rid of false beliefs about Allah that He is Completely Merciful to everyone and that He is Severe in Punishment to everyone. People become complacent and commit sins left and right, thinking that all they need to do is cry a little bit and make tawbah and Allah will easily forgive them. The other extreme is when people have committed a sin and lose all hope in tawbah. Balance hope and fear in Allah, like the bird with 2 wings.
"‘Say, ˹O Prophet, that Allah says,˺ “O My servants who have exceeded the limits against their souls! Do not lose hope in Allah’s Mercy, for Allah certainly forgives all sins. He is indeed the All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.”’ Surah Az-Zumar 39:53"
"Dear reader, remember, one of shaytaan’s most subtle whispers is making you think that your negative thoughts are true and your excuses are valid."
If you have read any self-help book on mental health, they'll be telling you that the more time and space you give negative thoughts in your mind, the stronger it becomes. Allowing it to overtake you will in turn reduce your willpower and you begin to make excuses that you can't do it, even though you can.
"Practise the One Breath Rule: when you remember an obligation or good deed, especially a sudden call to read the Qur’an, do it within one breath. ‘I need to pray’ – get up right away. ‘I want to sit with the Qur’an’ – immediately open the mushaf or app on your phone. This disrupts the excuse-making process before it begins. Remember, shaytaan works in delay."
A great way to be proactive is to just do it. A lot of people say that they don't have time for the Qur'an but if you were to just tell yourself "Just 1 Ayah" see how quickly that turns in 1 page, then 10 pages then 1 juz. سبحان الله
"I’ll repeat – it’s okay to despair. It’s okay to break because the Prophets broke and Allah values their breaking moments by recording them in the Qur’an."
All of us are humans and we have emotions. What we need to do is channel our emotions through the right channels. Yaqub AS complained to Allah about Yusuf AS. He didn't cry to anyone else. He dealt with his emotions with how he felt was best. He didn't waste his tears on anyone. Every drop which fell, solely to Allah.
"The believer cries out to Allah in earnest – and this is ibadah (worship) too."
"When the ruling was delivered and it was against me, I couldn’t believe it. I was angry at Allah. I questioned Him – why did You do this? I had made du’a! I had done so much. I was like a child upset with their parent. That evening, as the doors to my cell were shut, I stood on my prayer mat and prayed, but it was an angry prayer, an angry salah....
.....
That’s when the realisation hit me: I made tawbah (the return to Allah through repentance) to Allah. I realised Allah wasn’t giving me what I so badly wanted now, because He wanted to give me a greater victory at some point in the future."
Sometimes we don't know what is good for us. We should always ask for Afiyah. We shouldn't be too specific in our supplications, for example "Oh Allah, I want to marry Fatimah" but rather "Oh Allah, let me marry a pious spouse"
"It is the sunnah (tradition) of life that beauty always emerges from everything that goes through a breaking process. The seed breaks for the flower to emerge. The rainbow appears through the cracks in the stormy sky. The grain is split for wheat to grow. Your heart, when balanced, will then break in humility, so that true faith and submission flows. And finally, look how Allah placed ‘لَنَا’ (lana), to Us, before ‘خَاشِعِينَ’ (khāshi’īn). This balance, this brokenness before Allah, was only possible because they sought Him and Him alone."
"Are you able to diagnose the level of health of your heart and soul? The answer is no. Who knows? Only your Lord, your Creator. I’ve been wanting to book a full body health check for some time. The older I get, the more health challenges I experience. But I ask myself, where is the longing for a full soul health check?"
"And in that way, she and her death are a gift from Allah. There is this person I love and who I want to meet again. There’s someone there for me. Allah knew I would need that constant reminder, and He gave it to me."
It's usually the hardships in life where we are inclined to turn back to Allah. These hardships may have existed due to your lack of gratitude in ease. Going through death is the one of the hardest tests in life, especially when it involves a newborn. The amount of courage it takes to deliver a baby which is already dead... I can't imagine the pain of the mother. In Islam, we are encouraged to stay firm, to be patient. The one who bears patience during such an ordeal as losing a child before puberty, ان شاء الله they will receive Jannah. They will be reunited with their loved one.
"‘And whoever is mindful of Allah, He will make a way out for them, and provide for them from sources they could never imagine. And whoever puts their trust in Allah, then He alone is sufficient for them. Certainly Allah achieves His Will. Allah has already set a destiny for everything.’ Surah At-Talaq 65:2–3"
"In the past, I often associated gratitude with what had been given to me – the blessings I could clearly see. But true gratitude goes deeper. It’s about recognising Allah’s Wisdom in all that exists in your life, both what He gives and what He withholds."
"Having experienced life without access to the Qur’an and then tasted the sweet comfort that the Qur’an brought at that terrible time, I truly understand: you don’t know the value of something unless it’s taken away from you."
"But the more your back experiences ruku, the easier it becomes. This is how it feels to battle with yourself over Allah’s Decree."
"I’ve started to notice a pattern in my tests. It’s rarely about what the test is. Rather, it becomes a test when I’m required to completely let go, relinquish control and place my trust in Allah ‘azza wa jal."
"‘When My servants ask you ˹O Prophet˺ about Me: I am truly near. I respond to one’s prayer when they call upon Me. So let them respond ˹with obedience˺ to Me and believe in Me, perhaps they will be guided ˹to the Right Way˺.’ Surah Al-Baqarah 2:186.
"‘Whether you speak openly ˹or not˺, He certainly knows what is secret and what is even more hidden.’ - "But I look at this verse through a positive lens: I have so many good secrets that I don’t share with others as I’m not seeking reward from people."
"Life is fluid. It has seasons. There are moments when we’re able to give generously in charity and there are tough times when we need to be careful with our expenses. But what I love about my friend’s example is that we can always come close to Allah through actions that are unimpacted by external circumstances – ihsaan in worship and ihsaan in character."
"For the longest time, I didn’t like myself. I felt I was lacking in so many ways. I berated myself even at the smallest perceived ‘failure’. The voice in my head was strong: you’re not enough; you need to do more, be more; you’ve made too many mistakes and you’ll never change. It was no wonder why I felt the absence of love and yearned for it: because it was missing within."
"One of my favourite supplications to make is ‘O Allah, use me for Your deen.’ But get ready for how Allah ‘azza wa jal answers such a du’a. He will move people out of your life, bring new ones in and push you to heal and grow – all part of the preparation for how He has planned to use you."
"I finally realised that when Allah presents you with opportunities, you shouldn’t question them. Don’t ask yourself if you’re worthy. Let Him decide that. Accept the opportunities. Take the challenge."
"Before every decision, big or small, stop and reflect on how it aligns with Allah’s Teachings. Ask yourself: Is this pleasing to my Lord?"
"As we were learning about the munafiqeen (hypocrites), who used to show Islam to the people but in their hearts were not really accepting it, it hit me. I was one of them. I was living my life thinking I was submitting, but I wasn’t. My heart hadn’t fully surrendered to all that Allah wanted from me and my actions were proof of it. I realised that the munafiqoon are definitely not just a group in Madinah at the time of the Prophet ﷺ."
"I have seen first-hand in my own life and in the lives of those I love that a true relationship with the Qur’an is the greatest source of barakah there is."
"There’s also the joy of being Muslim: the joy of worship, of reciting the Qur’an, of being in intimate conversation with Allah. I’ve realised I wasn’t truly living until I stepped into that joy. And even more than that, I didn’t know the depth of life until I allowed myself to find joy through His Words – just like Nadia, whose story goes on with that very realisation."
"If we don’t have the same feeling at the thought of not having access to the Qur’an as we have at the thought of losing our phones, then this is a clear sign to revise our relationship with the Qur’an."
"The companion of the Prophet ﷺ Abdullah bin Mas’ud (radiAllahu anhu) said: When a man amongst us learned ten verses [of the Qur’an], he would not move on [to the next verses] until he had understood their meanings and how to act by them. Al Tabari
"‘And ˹remember˺ when your Lord proclaimed, “If you are grateful, I will certainly give you more.”’ Surah Ibrahim 14:7
"As you continue your journey of living with the Qur’an, ensure you thank your Rabb at each juncture of your journey. Thank Him in your du’a. Thank Him by giving sadaqa. Thank Him by inviting others to embark upon this journey with the Qur’an too. But ultimately, show Him gratitude by practically living with His Book through all the seasons of your life – regularly and consistently.
"Each evening, ask yourself: What did I do today that would contribute to light in my grave?"
"Surah Al-Baqarah is powerful. Speak to anyone who recites it regularly, and you will hear about the impact of it on them and their lives."
"Sheikh Wasim described to me how Allah tells us that the Qur’an is a clarification for everything. For everything that you will ever face in your life, there will be an answer, or a guidance or a piece of advice connected to it, in the Qur’an."
"Always remember that the Qur’an was always meant for you. So, take what you’ve gained from this journey. Let the Qur’an live in your heart and live through your actions. Let Allah’s Words guide your life. And, when the time is right, let it overflow to someone else."
ان شاء الله I will try and post more reflections of these quotes on my social media accounts :).
Highly recommend for you guys to buy this book and read it for yourself.
Don't neglect the Qur'an, but rather, Live the Qur'an.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 11, 2025
This book is a must have for everyone! I was blessed to be among the early readers.
You will discover the Quran meets you at whatever stage you're at in your life with firsthand strories you can relate to!
This book will help you fine tune your relationship with the Qur'an.
You will discover the Quran meets you at whatever stage you're at in your life with firsthand strories you can relate to!
This book will help you fine tune your relationship with the Qur'an.
December 4, 2025
MashAllah, tabrakAllah, Aliyah has done it again, AllahummaBaarik Laha- another amazing book that will help, inspire, motivate, and guide you to make the Book of Allah a living part of your life!
Aliyah has blended real life stories, ayaaths of the Quran, pertinent thoughts, and insights together to draw you into the book and make you fall in love with the Quran and the Author of the Quran- Allah SWT.
She has captured how blessed we are as an ummah to have the Quran-a gift from the Creator of the heavens and earth and to fulfil the true essence of the Quran, to take it as a guide, help and a constitution for our life and whatever we go through as we traverse the path of the dunyah to get to the akhirah.
She has clearly highlighted how life without the Quran loses meaning and living with the Quran gives meaning to our life, elevates us and brings us comfort, understanding and clarity through the stroms of life.
The practical steps each week will help any reader- be they a beginner, or advanced- to build that relationship with the Quran and begin or continue a life of tadabbur with the Quran. This is a must have addition to any muslim home, inshaAllah!
May Allah reward you immensely, dearest Sr Aliyah, ameen!
Aliyah has blended real life stories, ayaaths of the Quran, pertinent thoughts, and insights together to draw you into the book and make you fall in love with the Quran and the Author of the Quran- Allah SWT.
She has captured how blessed we are as an ummah to have the Quran-a gift from the Creator of the heavens and earth and to fulfil the true essence of the Quran, to take it as a guide, help and a constitution for our life and whatever we go through as we traverse the path of the dunyah to get to the akhirah.
She has clearly highlighted how life without the Quran loses meaning and living with the Quran gives meaning to our life, elevates us and brings us comfort, understanding and clarity through the stroms of life.
The practical steps each week will help any reader- be they a beginner, or advanced- to build that relationship with the Quran and begin or continue a life of tadabbur with the Quran. This is a must have addition to any muslim home, inshaAllah!
May Allah reward you immensely, dearest Sr Aliyah, ameen!
December 4, 2025
Reflection on Living With the Qur’an
By Aliyah Umm Raiyaan
(privileged early reader)
Reading Living With the Qur’an touched me far deeper than I expected. It didn’t feel like I was reading a book at all. It felt like someone was sitting beside me, understanding the noise, the overwhelm, the thoughts that tumble over each other, and gently reminding me that the journey with Allah doesn’t need to be rushed. It can be taken with breath, with presence, with honesty.
The “pause and reflect” pages were powerful. Some of them stopped me for the whole day. One line would meet me exactly where something inside me was waiting to open, and instead of sinking under it, I felt held. It honestly felt like Allah created a quiet space just for me to finally face what I’d been avoiding and shift it with compassion rather than fear.
Being dyslexic, this hit differently. I can’t fully express what it means to finally read something that feels accessible, soft, and easy on the heart. For the first time in a long time, the Qur’an feels close to me, not far away. This book gave me the confidence to approach it with excitement instead of hesitation. I’m excited to learn, excited to understand, excited to grow into the woman the Qur’an is shaping me into. For once, the journey feels possible.
Something else unfolded as I read. This book feels like a step into spiritual adulthood. It guides you beyond that raw fitrah stage and into a deeper maturity with Allah. Not just emotional intelligence, but emotional maturity. It grows you, steadies you, teaches you how to hold yourself, your reactions, and your relationship with Allah with more clarity and more grounding. It’s the kind of guidance that doesn’t remove your storms, but teaches you how to walk through them with a deeper inner strength that always existed.
And the way it’s structured 365 days of reflection, honesty, softness, and transformation it genuinely feels like a companion for the entire year. A journey that reshapes you quietly, day by day, without overwhelming you.
Chapter 33 came to me like perfect timing. I won’t reveal its contents, because it needs to be experienced directly, but it opened up an understanding I had been searching for. It showed me what truly happens when you ask Allah to use you. Doors open. Others close. People move. Life rearranges itself. And somehow every shift, even the painful ones, feels purposeful. That chapter explained the last few years of my life in a way that brought clarity I didn’t know I needed.
These last two weeks with this book have transformed me more than the last few years combined. And that’s not an exaggeration. There is something sincere, honest, and soul-deep about the way Aliyah Umm Raiyaan writes.
Knowing her journey reminded me that Allah doesn’t ask for perfection from us. He asks for consistency. And that realisation lifted something heavy from me. I genuinely see this book as a blessing from Allah. It came into my life at the exact moment I needed it. Her previous works touched me deeply, but this one reached a part of me I didn’t even have language for. Some things aren’t meant to be described perfectly. They’re meant to be felt.
My intention to reconnect with the Qur’an opened doors I didn’t even know were there. And now the path feels gentle, natural, and truly mine. I feel excited for what’s ahead, not intimidated.
Alhamdulillah for the author.
Alhamdulillah for the journey Allah is shaping within each of us.
May Allah bless her, protect her, and continue to use her as a source of goodness. And may He make our relationship with His Book one of closeness, ease, healing, and beautiful transformation... Ameen.
I’m genuinely looking forward to the audiobook which I started after fajr SubhanaAllah..this book is an investment in your future self.
By Aliyah Umm Raiyaan
(privileged early reader)
Reading Living With the Qur’an touched me far deeper than I expected. It didn’t feel like I was reading a book at all. It felt like someone was sitting beside me, understanding the noise, the overwhelm, the thoughts that tumble over each other, and gently reminding me that the journey with Allah doesn’t need to be rushed. It can be taken with breath, with presence, with honesty.
The “pause and reflect” pages were powerful. Some of them stopped me for the whole day. One line would meet me exactly where something inside me was waiting to open, and instead of sinking under it, I felt held. It honestly felt like Allah created a quiet space just for me to finally face what I’d been avoiding and shift it with compassion rather than fear.
Being dyslexic, this hit differently. I can’t fully express what it means to finally read something that feels accessible, soft, and easy on the heart. For the first time in a long time, the Qur’an feels close to me, not far away. This book gave me the confidence to approach it with excitement instead of hesitation. I’m excited to learn, excited to understand, excited to grow into the woman the Qur’an is shaping me into. For once, the journey feels possible.
Something else unfolded as I read. This book feels like a step into spiritual adulthood. It guides you beyond that raw fitrah stage and into a deeper maturity with Allah. Not just emotional intelligence, but emotional maturity. It grows you, steadies you, teaches you how to hold yourself, your reactions, and your relationship with Allah with more clarity and more grounding. It’s the kind of guidance that doesn’t remove your storms, but teaches you how to walk through them with a deeper inner strength that always existed.
And the way it’s structured 365 days of reflection, honesty, softness, and transformation it genuinely feels like a companion for the entire year. A journey that reshapes you quietly, day by day, without overwhelming you.
Chapter 33 came to me like perfect timing. I won’t reveal its contents, because it needs to be experienced directly, but it opened up an understanding I had been searching for. It showed me what truly happens when you ask Allah to use you. Doors open. Others close. People move. Life rearranges itself. And somehow every shift, even the painful ones, feels purposeful. That chapter explained the last few years of my life in a way that brought clarity I didn’t know I needed.
These last two weeks with this book have transformed me more than the last few years combined. And that’s not an exaggeration. There is something sincere, honest, and soul-deep about the way Aliyah Umm Raiyaan writes.
Knowing her journey reminded me that Allah doesn’t ask for perfection from us. He asks for consistency. And that realisation lifted something heavy from me. I genuinely see this book as a blessing from Allah. It came into my life at the exact moment I needed it. Her previous works touched me deeply, but this one reached a part of me I didn’t even have language for. Some things aren’t meant to be described perfectly. They’re meant to be felt.
My intention to reconnect with the Qur’an opened doors I didn’t even know were there. And now the path feels gentle, natural, and truly mine. I feel excited for what’s ahead, not intimidated.
Alhamdulillah for the author.
Alhamdulillah for the journey Allah is shaping within each of us.
May Allah bless her, protect her, and continue to use her as a source of goodness. And may He make our relationship with His Book one of closeness, ease, healing, and beautiful transformation... Ameen.
I’m genuinely looking forward to the audiobook which I started after fajr SubhanaAllah..this book is an investment in your future self.
December 4, 2025
What has struck me with this book is how it is a resource for everyone no matter where they are in their Qur'an journey. If you are just coming to Islam as a revert, if you've just picked up the Qur'an again after some time or if you read Qur'an regularly. All will benefit and it will help strengthen the relationship with Qur'an further. People's experiences throughout the book demonstrated everything from loss and hardship to being able to achieve what was thought impossible.
But the most important thing is the want to be close to our Lord, the searching the striving and the strengthening of character and finding guidance when we stay tied to the Qur'an
Breaking it down across a year gives readers an invaluable opportunity for small consistent good deeds loved by Allah and the ability to form a long standing good habit and relationship with the Qur'an. A resource you'll be dipping back into.
The weekly tasks make the building blocks so achievable and give you great means for reflection, loving the Qur'an and knowing and Loving Allah....but the journey is our own and will be different for everyone
This will be good study resource for a group of close friends and accountability buddies and those in book clubs too.
The stories throughout blew me away. People we know and do not know but that they are normal everyday humans with fears, struggles and not always having had that relationship with the Qur'an and also the Messengers of Allah and their journeys.
You'll only get out what you put in, but mentors and guides can deepen those experiences. The Qur'an is for everyone. This resource can assist in making your journey ever more accessible and give points to consider and reflect.
It tackles the imposter syndrome, delay and adversity that we may have.
Just breaking it all down as you read, and hearing the verses in the Qur'an, then the advice and humanness of Brothers and Sisters is so helpful. You actively see how tawwakul - the complete reliance on Allah is so important and that you must make effort but ultimately the outcome is in Allah's hands.
There's a part in the book that reads:
Push away shame, distance and feelings of unworthiness and come to your Lord *just as you are*, telling Him: Rabbi, I want to come back to You.
Alhumdolillah acceptance of imperfection and a reminder of the mercy of our Lord Subhanallah.
It will be an emotive read, so be prepared and know that matters of believer's are good even if we don't always see it.
May Al-Fattah (Islamic name for Allah meaning "The Opener" or "The Judge". This name signifies the One who opens all doors of opportunity, sustenance, and solutions, grants victory, and makes righteous judgments) open our hearts.
This book is really well written and takes you on a journey, you are eager to find out what happens with each of the Brothers and Sisters.
May it be a means of a strong bond with Qur'an and a beautiful companion in life and the grave and ultimately for our ultimate goal Jannat al Firdous.
Enjoy reading and well done Aliyah Mashallah
But the most important thing is the want to be close to our Lord, the searching the striving and the strengthening of character and finding guidance when we stay tied to the Qur'an
Breaking it down across a year gives readers an invaluable opportunity for small consistent good deeds loved by Allah and the ability to form a long standing good habit and relationship with the Qur'an. A resource you'll be dipping back into.
The weekly tasks make the building blocks so achievable and give you great means for reflection, loving the Qur'an and knowing and Loving Allah....but the journey is our own and will be different for everyone
This will be good study resource for a group of close friends and accountability buddies and those in book clubs too.
The stories throughout blew me away. People we know and do not know but that they are normal everyday humans with fears, struggles and not always having had that relationship with the Qur'an and also the Messengers of Allah and their journeys.
You'll only get out what you put in, but mentors and guides can deepen those experiences. The Qur'an is for everyone. This resource can assist in making your journey ever more accessible and give points to consider and reflect.
It tackles the imposter syndrome, delay and adversity that we may have.
Just breaking it all down as you read, and hearing the verses in the Qur'an, then the advice and humanness of Brothers and Sisters is so helpful. You actively see how tawwakul - the complete reliance on Allah is so important and that you must make effort but ultimately the outcome is in Allah's hands.
There's a part in the book that reads:
Push away shame, distance and feelings of unworthiness and come to your Lord *just as you are*, telling Him: Rabbi, I want to come back to You.
Alhumdolillah acceptance of imperfection and a reminder of the mercy of our Lord Subhanallah.
It will be an emotive read, so be prepared and know that matters of believer's are good even if we don't always see it.
May Al-Fattah (Islamic name for Allah meaning "The Opener" or "The Judge". This name signifies the One who opens all doors of opportunity, sustenance, and solutions, grants victory, and makes righteous judgments) open our hearts.
This book is really well written and takes you on a journey, you are eager to find out what happens with each of the Brothers and Sisters.
May it be a means of a strong bond with Qur'an and a beautiful companion in life and the grave and ultimately for our ultimate goal Jannat al Firdous.
Enjoy reading and well done Aliyah Mashallah
December 4, 2025
JazakAllah khar Aliyah Umm Rayaan for this gift you have given to the ummah. May Allah accept it and raise you in ranks.
Unconsciously, I had started this book with a thought that it would be perhaps similar to Power of Dua. Although the personal stories were embedded into the book as with Power of Dua, there was a real sense of recognition. "Oh, I've felt like that before," "I experience that feeling," etc, when reflecting on my own personal connection to The Quran.
I felt as a reader of Power of Dua that I witnessed miracles, small or large, through the written accounts of brothers and sisters making dua and how they were answered. Whilst reading, Living With the Quran I really felt like we were reading the interactions of brothers and sisters with 'A Miracle', in of itself, The Quran.
The words are penned so the book comes to you from wherever and whoever you are:
Beginner, student, convert, teacher, instructor, prisoner, mother. The accounts are all wrapped up with a sense of making everyone feel worthy enough to befriend the Quran and to absolutely succeed in doing so. The tips added in there feels like a bonus. Perhaps this makes it more than a book. it's a handbook, a toolkit.
The beautifuly mundane (if I may say, and what most of us can relate to) and the extraordinary are weaved beautifuly. Both elevate with sincerity and made me feel this journey with the Quran is achievable, and I literally feel a sense of excitement. A new perspective !
I can't wait to start with all the advice and inspiration to propel me, insha'Allah.
Im excited to try the method explained for reciting Surah Baqarah (you will have to purchaseto know what that is) In fact, I can't wait ! May Allah grant me tawfiq.
It was really profound that it was mentioned that the Quran will make you feel loved. I went back and read that line over again. I'd never ever thought about the Quran making me feel loved. I feel a sense of warmth and strength with that in mind.
I also love how the grammer of the Arabic is a miracle of the language. It added another layer to the whole experience of encouraging one to engage with His swt book.
The tone of the book encourages and inspires. I think that's so very important as it is informing the reader on how to have a relationship, the most important relationship we have in this dunya, on interacting with the words given to us by our Lord so to become closer to Him.
It is mentioned the words are still being sent down to us personally as we read. It just makes it feel like an unwavering love that calls us.
This book is definitely one to gift. The beautiful thing again, is that this can be gifted to anyone regardless of age, race, gender , new Muslim, etc
May you always be assisted by Allah, Aliyah , may He always bless you with khair and be at your aid for your aiding others with the books you have gifted to the ummah.
Unconsciously, I had started this book with a thought that it would be perhaps similar to Power of Dua. Although the personal stories were embedded into the book as with Power of Dua, there was a real sense of recognition. "Oh, I've felt like that before," "I experience that feeling," etc, when reflecting on my own personal connection to The Quran.
I felt as a reader of Power of Dua that I witnessed miracles, small or large, through the written accounts of brothers and sisters making dua and how they were answered. Whilst reading, Living With the Quran I really felt like we were reading the interactions of brothers and sisters with 'A Miracle', in of itself, The Quran.
The words are penned so the book comes to you from wherever and whoever you are:
Beginner, student, convert, teacher, instructor, prisoner, mother. The accounts are all wrapped up with a sense of making everyone feel worthy enough to befriend the Quran and to absolutely succeed in doing so. The tips added in there feels like a bonus. Perhaps this makes it more than a book. it's a handbook, a toolkit.
The beautifuly mundane (if I may say, and what most of us can relate to) and the extraordinary are weaved beautifuly. Both elevate with sincerity and made me feel this journey with the Quran is achievable, and I literally feel a sense of excitement. A new perspective !
I can't wait to start with all the advice and inspiration to propel me, insha'Allah.
Im excited to try the method explained for reciting Surah Baqarah (you will have to purchaseto know what that is) In fact, I can't wait ! May Allah grant me tawfiq.
It was really profound that it was mentioned that the Quran will make you feel loved. I went back and read that line over again. I'd never ever thought about the Quran making me feel loved. I feel a sense of warmth and strength with that in mind.
I also love how the grammer of the Arabic is a miracle of the language. It added another layer to the whole experience of encouraging one to engage with His swt book.
The tone of the book encourages and inspires. I think that's so very important as it is informing the reader on how to have a relationship, the most important relationship we have in this dunya, on interacting with the words given to us by our Lord so to become closer to Him.
It is mentioned the words are still being sent down to us personally as we read. It just makes it feel like an unwavering love that calls us.
This book is definitely one to gift. The beautiful thing again, is that this can be gifted to anyone regardless of age, race, gender , new Muslim, etc
May you always be assisted by Allah, Aliyah , may He always bless you with khair and be at your aid for your aiding others with the books you have gifted to the ummah.
December 4, 2025
I read “Living with the Qur’an” prior to leaving for my first ever Umrah (smaller pilgrimage) that I had longed for, for so so long.
One week the action points in the book read:
“1. Train your heart to trust in Allah’s Delay. …
Look back at your life at a time when Allah delayed a response to something you had asked for. What might have been the reason(s) and wisdom behind the delay? “
I started pondering, not for the first time, why had Allah delayed my visit to His House when there had been several opportunities in the 16 years that I had been a Muslim for? And why was now the right time for me to go?
The yearning had grown in the years and it became almost unbearable. Then I read “Power of Dua’a” which is Aliyah’s second book and I made it my task to ask for Umrah while acting like I was certainly going to go.
Alhamdulillah I was in the middle of planning my journey when Aliyah approached me and asked if I wanted to be an early reader for her new book. I agreed a bit reluctantly, being scared not to be able to give it my full attention.
Looking back now, after coming back, I feel that I have lived a somewhat dormant life in the past years. I’ve fulfilled my basic Islamic necessities but have left very little time and dedication to anything deeper.
I hadn’t felt fulfilled nor happy in that state I was in but felt stuck and helpless on how to take that necessary step to come out of the daily rut of being a mother, wife and housewife.
When I started reading “Living with the Qur’an” a small fire ignited inside me, I suddenly felt the urge to once again reconnect with the Qur’an on a deeper level, having read how the people in the book had relied on it for their stages in life.
With every Ayah that Aliyah shared, every story and every prompt this fire grew a little bit alhamdulillah.
This is the beauty of the book, Aliyah makes it so easy to read, her words hit the right spot inside you, increasing your thirst for more.
The book is also beautifully built being divided into 52 portions covering a whole year, giving the reader ideas to ponder over and take away for the week.
Through the book and my journey to Allah’s House I’ve fallen in deeper love with the Qur’an.
I once more have a deep desire to ponder deeply over His Words, seeking refuge in them and have restarted my journey to learn the Arabic language to hopefully one day grasp its full meaning insha’Allah.
I’m grateful that I was able to finish the book on the plane to Madinah, I honestly don’t know if my trip would have been the same without it. I wonder if I had to get to this stage in life for Allah to invite me to His House, to have this deep impact in my life and my journey going forward insha’Allah.
{{…But they plan, and Allah plans. And Allah is the best of planners.}} (8:30)
One week the action points in the book read:
“1. Train your heart to trust in Allah’s Delay. …
Look back at your life at a time when Allah delayed a response to something you had asked for. What might have been the reason(s) and wisdom behind the delay? “
I started pondering, not for the first time, why had Allah delayed my visit to His House when there had been several opportunities in the 16 years that I had been a Muslim for? And why was now the right time for me to go?
The yearning had grown in the years and it became almost unbearable. Then I read “Power of Dua’a” which is Aliyah’s second book and I made it my task to ask for Umrah while acting like I was certainly going to go.
Alhamdulillah I was in the middle of planning my journey when Aliyah approached me and asked if I wanted to be an early reader for her new book. I agreed a bit reluctantly, being scared not to be able to give it my full attention.
Looking back now, after coming back, I feel that I have lived a somewhat dormant life in the past years. I’ve fulfilled my basic Islamic necessities but have left very little time and dedication to anything deeper.
I hadn’t felt fulfilled nor happy in that state I was in but felt stuck and helpless on how to take that necessary step to come out of the daily rut of being a mother, wife and housewife.
When I started reading “Living with the Qur’an” a small fire ignited inside me, I suddenly felt the urge to once again reconnect with the Qur’an on a deeper level, having read how the people in the book had relied on it for their stages in life.
With every Ayah that Aliyah shared, every story and every prompt this fire grew a little bit alhamdulillah.
This is the beauty of the book, Aliyah makes it so easy to read, her words hit the right spot inside you, increasing your thirst for more.
The book is also beautifully built being divided into 52 portions covering a whole year, giving the reader ideas to ponder over and take away for the week.
Through the book and my journey to Allah’s House I’ve fallen in deeper love with the Qur’an.
I once more have a deep desire to ponder deeply over His Words, seeking refuge in them and have restarted my journey to learn the Arabic language to hopefully one day grasp its full meaning insha’Allah.
I’m grateful that I was able to finish the book on the plane to Madinah, I honestly don’t know if my trip would have been the same without it. I wonder if I had to get to this stage in life for Allah to invite me to His House, to have this deep impact in my life and my journey going forward insha’Allah.
{{…But they plan, and Allah plans. And Allah is the best of planners.}} (8:30)
December 4, 2025
Living with the Qur’an is a wrap of love, reflection, hope, fear, reminders, and spiritual guidance. It is suitable for everyone, including teenagers.
Aliyah’s writing is simply beautiful. She asks difficult questions; and our answers become opportunities for personal and spiritual growth.
I love the way she kneads her words together in just the right way - like making the perfect bread. I love the book, and I love the effect it had on me in the short month I read it as an early reader.
I look forward to engaging with the book the way the author intended - over 52 weeks. The reflection prompts and action points are perfect for stirring the heart. I love the stories in the book. Aliyah reminds us that each verse of the Qur’an holds something for us individually. I found that with every story we really are similar as humans, going through life and facing deeply painful moments that need us to reach the deepest part of us, that really is Allah. This is where our connection with the Qur’an becomes a lifeline. You can tell Aliyah truly cares for the reader through the verses she selects.
The structure of the book and each chapter makes it solid. Each week includes a Qur’anic verse, a story, a reflection section, practical exercises, a deep question, and a du’a tied to one of Allah’s Names. There is also a glossary of terms, offering further opportunities to learn.
The book is presented week by week so readers can prepare themselves to receive a Gift. The pace builds beautifully. Readers may need tissues and quiet moments to absorb it all. While all chapters were beneficial and engaging, certain chapters struck me deeply: The Grave, Ilm, and The Throne Verses - each for personal reasons connected to loss, longing, and the pursuit of knowledge for His sake.
Aliyah’s writing is light yet profound, gentle yet heart and soul stirring. The book brought me to tears as I was reminded of how special I am to Allah - and therefore why I should hold hope in Him - while also feeling the right dose of urgency and awareness that no one is guaranteed tomorrow.
This book is a treasure. I recommend at least two journals with plenty of space for reflections, dreams, and intentions. I also highly recommend Living with the Qur’an for book clubs, halaqa groups, or anyone seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection with their Creator.
Living with the Qur’an is, without a doubt in my mind and heart, an invitation from Allah Himself - to His Qur’an, to His Words, to Himself, to His Deen, and to the higher version of the reader.
Aliyah’s writing is simply beautiful. She asks difficult questions; and our answers become opportunities for personal and spiritual growth.
I love the way she kneads her words together in just the right way - like making the perfect bread. I love the book, and I love the effect it had on me in the short month I read it as an early reader.
I look forward to engaging with the book the way the author intended - over 52 weeks. The reflection prompts and action points are perfect for stirring the heart. I love the stories in the book. Aliyah reminds us that each verse of the Qur’an holds something for us individually. I found that with every story we really are similar as humans, going through life and facing deeply painful moments that need us to reach the deepest part of us, that really is Allah. This is where our connection with the Qur’an becomes a lifeline. You can tell Aliyah truly cares for the reader through the verses she selects.
The structure of the book and each chapter makes it solid. Each week includes a Qur’anic verse, a story, a reflection section, practical exercises, a deep question, and a du’a tied to one of Allah’s Names. There is also a glossary of terms, offering further opportunities to learn.
The book is presented week by week so readers can prepare themselves to receive a Gift. The pace builds beautifully. Readers may need tissues and quiet moments to absorb it all. While all chapters were beneficial and engaging, certain chapters struck me deeply: The Grave, Ilm, and The Throne Verses - each for personal reasons connected to loss, longing, and the pursuit of knowledge for His sake.
Aliyah’s writing is light yet profound, gentle yet heart and soul stirring. The book brought me to tears as I was reminded of how special I am to Allah - and therefore why I should hold hope in Him - while also feeling the right dose of urgency and awareness that no one is guaranteed tomorrow.
This book is a treasure. I recommend at least two journals with plenty of space for reflections, dreams, and intentions. I also highly recommend Living with the Qur’an for book clubs, halaqa groups, or anyone seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection with their Creator.
Living with the Qur’an is, without a doubt in my mind and heart, an invitation from Allah Himself - to His Qur’an, to His Words, to Himself, to His Deen, and to the higher version of the reader.
December 4, 2025
Living with the Quran by Aliyah Umm Raiyaan is the book to help you connect with THE BOOK.
I was honoured to be an early reader for Aliyah Umm Raiyaan's third book, Living with the Quran, which is a heartfelt and sincere effort to connect people's hearts to The Quran. If you have read any of her first two books you will be familiar with her effortlessly endearing and beautiful writing.
This book is what you need this year, it is an invitation of how to engage with the Quran, The Speech of Allah. Through carefully penned stories of people of the Quran, this book encourages spaces to pause, reflect and ponder using the ayahs of the Quran. Through her writing she weaves real life stories, with poignant reminders of manifestations of TRUE love. Not the love we've grown up with through story books and societal norms but a love so deep that encompasses a human's every need.
The Love of Al Wadood.
As I was reading this book it was pulling me to invest more of myself into the Quran, it gave me hope that I could become a person of Quran. It is a friend gently guiding and pushing you to finally, after all the chaos, uncertainty and heartbreak, to live with purpose.
The book has 52 chapters which include inspirational stories, an invitation to pause, reflect and ponder then encourages 3 practical tips on how to implement a Quranic task to help your transformation.
The book does not give you false promises or rose tinted glasses with which to look at the Quran. The book is a guide to strengthen the divine bond you have with The Quran. Just as the Quran was sent down to the heart of our beloved Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him over 23 years, this book teaches us how to slow down to the pace of the Quran. The point of dividing the book into 52 chapters, for each week of the gregorian year, is to give you the space that this fast paced world has stole from us all.
I am afraid that my words have not convinced you enough why, if there is one book you buy this year, it is Living with The Quran.
I will say this however, reading this book will help heal any negativity you have had towards the Quran and give you the tools to rebuild your trust with it.
I pray that Allah subhanahu wa ta'alaa accepts this effort from the author and enables it to revive the hearts of the ummah. May He amplify the intentions of the author and make it's effects weigh heavily on her scales. Allahumma ameen.
I was honoured to be an early reader for Aliyah Umm Raiyaan's third book, Living with the Quran, which is a heartfelt and sincere effort to connect people's hearts to The Quran. If you have read any of her first two books you will be familiar with her effortlessly endearing and beautiful writing.
This book is what you need this year, it is an invitation of how to engage with the Quran, The Speech of Allah. Through carefully penned stories of people of the Quran, this book encourages spaces to pause, reflect and ponder using the ayahs of the Quran. Through her writing she weaves real life stories, with poignant reminders of manifestations of TRUE love. Not the love we've grown up with through story books and societal norms but a love so deep that encompasses a human's every need.
The Love of Al Wadood.
As I was reading this book it was pulling me to invest more of myself into the Quran, it gave me hope that I could become a person of Quran. It is a friend gently guiding and pushing you to finally, after all the chaos, uncertainty and heartbreak, to live with purpose.
The book has 52 chapters which include inspirational stories, an invitation to pause, reflect and ponder then encourages 3 practical tips on how to implement a Quranic task to help your transformation.
The book does not give you false promises or rose tinted glasses with which to look at the Quran. The book is a guide to strengthen the divine bond you have with The Quran. Just as the Quran was sent down to the heart of our beloved Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him over 23 years, this book teaches us how to slow down to the pace of the Quran. The point of dividing the book into 52 chapters, for each week of the gregorian year, is to give you the space that this fast paced world has stole from us all.
I am afraid that my words have not convinced you enough why, if there is one book you buy this year, it is Living with The Quran.
I will say this however, reading this book will help heal any negativity you have had towards the Quran and give you the tools to rebuild your trust with it.
I pray that Allah subhanahu wa ta'alaa accepts this effort from the author and enables it to revive the hearts of the ummah. May He amplify the intentions of the author and make it's effects weigh heavily on her scales. Allahumma ameen.
December 4, 2025
I was honored to be an early reader of this beautiful book, and throughout my reading I had so many good things to say. Everytime I felt a chapter was my favourite, the next one outdid it. There's one chapter that will give you goosebumps..will not reveal which one lol. But you will know! :)
Coming back to the book—what can I say? It truly is a formula for getting closer to the Qur’an. The very Qur’an that has been sitting on our shelves for ages, whose power and beauty we’ve yet to fully realize. This book gently nudges you to take that step toward it, to form a genuine bond and relationship with the Book of Allah.
What I especially loved were the personal stories—proof that no matter where you are in life or what stage you’re at, you can build a relationship with the Qur’an. Some people in these stories were just beginning their journey, while others were far ahead. Yet with every trial, joy, and sorrow, the Qur’an became their constant companion. It shows that it’s never impossible to start from zero or continue from one hundred, because with the Qur’an there is no end to learning.
The little pointers, practical tips, encouragements, and most importantly, the heartfelt du’as are invaluable. Often, after reading books like this, we’re left with ambitious intentions but no clear path forward. However, this one not only inspires you with stories that pull you toward the Qur’an, but also gives you a method—a roadmap with clear steps to follow. It’s a guide that leads you to the Ultimate Guide. The fact that it is arranged to do a chapter a week makes it both doable and easy to read as well as very practical.
To say I loved this book would be an understatement. (The only other one I loved this much was the power of dua lol) I pray I can live by the words so thoughtfully written, reflect deeply on the questions it poses, and use the du’as within it to draw nearer to the Qur’an. May it help me, and all of us, build an unbreakable bond with the Book of Allah. May Allah make us among those whose companion is the Qur’an in this life and in our graves, and may we be among those who sprint to Jannah. Ameen.
December 4, 2025
Bismillah
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and many parts of it filled me with joy. The more I read, the more I wanted to continue. Personally, I’ve always appreciated stories of the righteous who came before us, and I liked that this book offers glimpses of how people today strive to live by the Qur’an — something that makes iman feel tangible and attainable.
We have many books teaching how to recite the Qur’an, but far fewer guiding how to *connect* with it deeply. This book fills that gap beautifully. Aliyah’s sincerity comes through in every chapter, and I ask Allah to allow many to benefit from this work and for its reward to endure for her and all who contributed to it.
Aliyah’s writing is warm, heartfelt and accessible. A central theme of the book is helping readers reflect on Allah’s Names and Attributes and build a more loving, conscious relationship with Him. Her reflections are expressed through a personal and contemporary style, and while hearts and readers will naturally resonate to varying degrees with different expressions, the overarching message remains strong, encouraging and uplifting.
Although the book is easy to read, I’d recommend taking it slowly. If you find yourself moving through it quickly (like I did!), consider returning to it for a slower, more reflective read. The prompts and action points benefit from taking them one chapter at a time. The closing chapter is especially sweet and motivating in encouraging readers to strengthen their relationship with the Qur’an.
I pray that this book reaches many hearts and that Allah places immense barakah and acceptance in it.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and many parts of it filled me with joy. The more I read, the more I wanted to continue. Personally, I’ve always appreciated stories of the righteous who came before us, and I liked that this book offers glimpses of how people today strive to live by the Qur’an — something that makes iman feel tangible and attainable.
We have many books teaching how to recite the Qur’an, but far fewer guiding how to *connect* with it deeply. This book fills that gap beautifully. Aliyah’s sincerity comes through in every chapter, and I ask Allah to allow many to benefit from this work and for its reward to endure for her and all who contributed to it.
Aliyah’s writing is warm, heartfelt and accessible. A central theme of the book is helping readers reflect on Allah’s Names and Attributes and build a more loving, conscious relationship with Him. Her reflections are expressed through a personal and contemporary style, and while hearts and readers will naturally resonate to varying degrees with different expressions, the overarching message remains strong, encouraging and uplifting.
Although the book is easy to read, I’d recommend taking it slowly. If you find yourself moving through it quickly (like I did!), consider returning to it for a slower, more reflective read. The prompts and action points benefit from taking them one chapter at a time. The closing chapter is especially sweet and motivating in encouraging readers to strengthen their relationship with the Qur’an.
I pray that this book reaches many hearts and that Allah places immense barakah and acceptance in it.
December 4, 2025
I truly loved reading this book. It arrived at a moment when I didn’t even realise my heart was longing for something just like it, an answered dua I didn’t know I had made. Alhamdulillah for Allah’s mercy and perfect timing.
This is a book that speaks to everyone, Muslims and non-Muslims alike, and Quran students at any stage. The author weaves together real stories and personal experiences to offer practical, heartfelt wisdom that stays with you long after you close the pages.
As someone who enjoys personal-development books, I often find that many identify the problem but offer only vague guidance on what to actually do. This book is completely different. Through relatable stories, the author not only highlights the challenges we face but clearly shows how they were navigated in real life. It made the lessons easy to understand, apply, and most beautifully see results from. It was a fusion of personal development enveloped with spiritual growth, which gently pulled me back to reflect on, rely on, and deepen my relationship with my Creator. Alhamdulillah.
I loved that the book is structured with weekly tasks for the entire year, creating space for slow, meaningful, and lasting change. Whether you’re deeply engaged in your Quran journey, just beginning, or simply curious to understand what the Quran is all about, there is truly something here for everyone. A beautiful resource for sisters' circles and book clubs. Or just to be used at home with your family and younger ones teaching them the importance of engaging with the Quran as well as reliance on Allah.
May Allah SWT bless the author abundantly for this work and accept it from her. Ameen.
This is a book that speaks to everyone, Muslims and non-Muslims alike, and Quran students at any stage. The author weaves together real stories and personal experiences to offer practical, heartfelt wisdom that stays with you long after you close the pages.
As someone who enjoys personal-development books, I often find that many identify the problem but offer only vague guidance on what to actually do. This book is completely different. Through relatable stories, the author not only highlights the challenges we face but clearly shows how they were navigated in real life. It made the lessons easy to understand, apply, and most beautifully see results from. It was a fusion of personal development enveloped with spiritual growth, which gently pulled me back to reflect on, rely on, and deepen my relationship with my Creator. Alhamdulillah.
I loved that the book is structured with weekly tasks for the entire year, creating space for slow, meaningful, and lasting change. Whether you’re deeply engaged in your Quran journey, just beginning, or simply curious to understand what the Quran is all about, there is truly something here for everyone. A beautiful resource for sisters' circles and book clubs. Or just to be used at home with your family and younger ones teaching them the importance of engaging with the Quran as well as reliance on Allah.
May Allah SWT bless the author abundantly for this work and accept it from her. Ameen.
December 4, 2025
Sometimes when you’re finding a worldly task or a spiritual trial tough, it just takes one step to move forward and you somehow accomplish what you need even if it’s the bare minimum. The Quran has always been a journey for me and a beautiful, interesting one at that. I’m not a ‘chunky reader’ and I take it in slowly and Living With the Quran works with you on your pace. Anyone who has found it a challenge to connect with the Quran at times, will find this book a great stepping stone to reconnecting your soul with The Holy Book. It encompasses other people’s stories, motivational tips and guides you back to The Quran in a way that will be fit for you.
Honoured to be an early reader, my favourite parts were reminders where Aliyah highlighted the significance of being “raised according to the last ayah you read” and some practical ideas for example to start with “Two Pages Daily”.
Living With The Quran has been thoughtfully set out so one can stagger a chapter a week and take a year long journey if they wish - you can go as fast or as slow as you need. And if all you want to do is read and not journal along the way you can use it as a reading book alone- it’s full of anecdotes and life changing journeys that will move the reader.
This is Aliyah’s third book and if you have read Ramadan Reflections and The Power of Duah, you will know Aliyah is so generous in pouring her effort, wisdom and heart into her books - and that is why I love them. May Allah bless her.
Honoured to be an early reader, my favourite parts were reminders where Aliyah highlighted the significance of being “raised according to the last ayah you read” and some practical ideas for example to start with “Two Pages Daily”.
Living With The Quran has been thoughtfully set out so one can stagger a chapter a week and take a year long journey if they wish - you can go as fast or as slow as you need. And if all you want to do is read and not journal along the way you can use it as a reading book alone- it’s full of anecdotes and life changing journeys that will move the reader.
This is Aliyah’s third book and if you have read Ramadan Reflections and The Power of Duah, you will know Aliyah is so generous in pouring her effort, wisdom and heart into her books - and that is why I love them. May Allah bless her.
December 4, 2025
Living with the Qur’an by Alia Umm Raiyaan is, as the title suggests, a book that explores what it truly means to live with the Qur’an—how to make it your companion, your guide, and your first point of return in any situation, whether joyful or difficult.
Designed to be read over the course of a year—one chapter per week—the book takes the reader through 52 verses of the Qur’an. It discusses the verses in deep linguistic detail to give the reader a fuller picture of what the Qur’am is saying, Along the way, it shares real-life stories of how these verses have manifested in people’s lives. Most importantly, it encourages the reader to pause and reflect deeply on each one and think about what they are learning about it’s author, Allah (SWT) throughout.
This book is quite different from Aliyah’s earlier books: it requires active introspection. It invites you to uncover what might be blocking your heart from being fully receptive to the Divine message, and gently guides you toward making the Qur’an the centre of your being.
The result is beautifully crafted, spiritually uplifting, and deeply transformative. It’s the kind of book best paired with a dedicated journal—you’ll definitely need one—as it inspires continuous reflection, growth, and heart-work throughout the year. A much needed book.
December 4, 2025
I started a renewed journey with the Quran following a life-changing test. In a world where we question what’s real and what isn’t—and even more so in the virtual world where everything is a mirage—reading and following the Quran is vital to satiate our tired souls.
Going through the troubles of daily life, I find immense solace in the Quran. This book is a gift to us, helping strengthen our connection with Allah (SWT) by giving a week-by-week guide on how to develop closeness to Him.
Aliyah has the ability to tune into our innermost thoughts, and she writes words that resonate and penetrate the heart. Each week includes stories from real people on how the Quran has impacted their lives. There is a dua and an attribute of Allah that give the reader hope and faith. There are small tasks at the end of each week which helped me stay on track with my journey.
Like Ramadan Reflections and The Power of Dua, you can read this book once—but go back again and again and discover something new each time. I’m looking forward to journaling with friends and taking my Quran journey further.
This book will be a best-seller. It has had a positive impact on my life, and I pray it benefits others too.
Going through the troubles of daily life, I find immense solace in the Quran. This book is a gift to us, helping strengthen our connection with Allah (SWT) by giving a week-by-week guide on how to develop closeness to Him.
Aliyah has the ability to tune into our innermost thoughts, and she writes words that resonate and penetrate the heart. Each week includes stories from real people on how the Quran has impacted their lives. There is a dua and an attribute of Allah that give the reader hope and faith. There are small tasks at the end of each week which helped me stay on track with my journey.
Like Ramadan Reflections and The Power of Dua, you can read this book once—but go back again and again and discover something new each time. I’m looking forward to journaling with friends and taking my Quran journey further.
This book will be a best-seller. It has had a positive impact on my life, and I pray it benefits others too.
December 4, 2025
Alhamdulillah, incredibly grateful to have read this book and that others will have the opportunity to do so.
This book is so needed; I have benefitted massively and inshaaAllah others will too.
An amazing jump-start to connect and reconnect with the Quran This book is a call to action; it will challenge you and hold you to account with love and understanding.
That is the real beauty of this book. It makes me think of when Allah instructs us to speak and direct word. That's exactly what this book does, alhamdulillah calls us directly to what we know in our hearts is the only thing we truly need but we so often neglect. It's powerful alhamdulillah and I pray it will draw so many hearts to the Words of their Lord.
The stories throughout are moving, motivating and relatable. I love the fact that as the author, Aliyah Umm Raiyaan is on the journey with you as the reader. She does not write from a removed or lofty position; this really helps to absorb the message and engage with the book, and not feel alienated from or intimidated by the content.
This book is a love letter to the Most Loving and His Beautiful Words, alhamdulillah.
This book is so needed; I have benefitted massively and inshaaAllah others will too.
An amazing jump-start to connect and reconnect with the Quran This book is a call to action; it will challenge you and hold you to account with love and understanding.
That is the real beauty of this book. It makes me think of when Allah instructs us to speak and direct word. That's exactly what this book does, alhamdulillah calls us directly to what we know in our hearts is the only thing we truly need but we so often neglect. It's powerful alhamdulillah and I pray it will draw so many hearts to the Words of their Lord.
The stories throughout are moving, motivating and relatable. I love the fact that as the author, Aliyah Umm Raiyaan is on the journey with you as the reader. She does not write from a removed or lofty position; this really helps to absorb the message and engage with the book, and not feel alienated from or intimidated by the content.
This book is a love letter to the Most Loving and His Beautiful Words, alhamdulillah.
December 4, 2025
From the very first lines, this book moved me to tears.
For anyone searching for a heartfelt, structured path back to Allah (SWT)—a path that guides you while gently holding you accountable—this is truly the book you’ve been longing for.
It feels like a companion for the soul, softly guiding your heart back to its Lord. The words reach deep within, touching places you may have forgotten were there, speaking to the core of who you are.
This book is a beautiful reminder of our true purpose in this life—of what it means to walk toward our ultimate goal with sincerity and hope and it definitely fills you with hope. Throughout its pages, we are lovingly invited to reflect, to pause, to nourish our souls with what they genuinely need… and what they quietly crave.
Gratitude, remembrance, deep reflections, comfort, soul soothing - enriching...words that come to mind when I think about this book
I feel that this book is one that gives countless opportunities—each one a gift—to return to Allah (SWT).
For anyone searching for a heartfelt, structured path back to Allah (SWT)—a path that guides you while gently holding you accountable—this is truly the book you’ve been longing for.
It feels like a companion for the soul, softly guiding your heart back to its Lord. The words reach deep within, touching places you may have forgotten were there, speaking to the core of who you are.
This book is a beautiful reminder of our true purpose in this life—of what it means to walk toward our ultimate goal with sincerity and hope and it definitely fills you with hope. Throughout its pages, we are lovingly invited to reflect, to pause, to nourish our souls with what they genuinely need… and what they quietly crave.
Gratitude, remembrance, deep reflections, comfort, soul soothing - enriching...words that come to mind when I think about this book
I feel that this book is one that gives countless opportunities—each one a gift—to return to Allah (SWT).
December 4, 2025
This book is uplifting and a thoughtful book for spiritual growth through the Qur’an.
It makes the Qur’an both accessible and doable. I loved the parts that I could relate to, its personal tone with warmth made the book come alive for me.
It serves as an opportunity for internal change through reflection and practical steps.
It bridge’s the gap between knowledge and lived experience, turning verses of the Qur’an into lenses through which anyone can view and shape our everyday life and we see this through personal inspirational stories.
This is a strength for those looking to apply spiritual lessons of the Quran rather than just passively reading them. It shows how the Quran is not just for reading but to be lived in one’s heart and actions.
I am exited as I look forward to taking the lessons I took from it into my life. It has shown me and I am sure others that the Quranic message is truly accessible to any heart that seeks its nearness.
December 4, 2025
This book pulls your heart back to the Qur’an and to Allah SWT, offering a simple, practical way to build a more intentional relationship with the Book of Guidance.
Every verse and story feels purposeful, with doable steps that gently move you to action. Almost every time one story resonated deeply with me, the very next one moved me even more and spoke directly to my own life.
Whether you are feeling lost, overwhelmed, joyful, or content – whatever the state of your heart or soul – this is a beautiful place to start. This book will help you reconnect with the Qur’an, or deepen your bond with it in ways you did not realise you needed.
Thank you Aliyah umm Raiyaan for this amazing gift you have been blessed to give the world!
Every verse and story feels purposeful, with doable steps that gently move you to action. Almost every time one story resonated deeply with me, the very next one moved me even more and spoke directly to my own life.
Whether you are feeling lost, overwhelmed, joyful, or content – whatever the state of your heart or soul – this is a beautiful place to start. This book will help you reconnect with the Qur’an, or deepen your bond with it in ways you did not realise you needed.
Thank you Aliyah umm Raiyaan for this amazing gift you have been blessed to give the world!
December 4, 2025
This book takes you on a journey to really question your relationship with the Qur'an. It helps to breakdown the ways that your life is void of true sweetness and joy with the linguistics meaning of certain verses. It beautifully merges stories of people of the Qur'an from our time to reflections from the author and then followed by action points you can act upon straight away. I love the way the author is able to express the inner movements of our feelings into words that makes you feel validated and understood and then gently encourages you to make serious effort to connect with the Lord of the Worlds - through His own words!
Absolutely loved reading this book! The ending was breathtaking!!!
Absolutely loved reading this book! The ending was breathtaking!!!
December 4, 2025
Living with the Quran is a one of a kind book. I started off unsure as the stories were shorter and less in depth than in Aaliyah's two previous books. But as I carried on reading, each individual's journey with the Quran continued, reflecting the journey most of us have in our own lives with Allah's words. The duas and journal prompts, as in Aaliyah's previous two book were beautiful and made me consider things I hadn't before, and the overall structure is well thought out. I highly recommend this book, especially in the lead up to Ramadan. May Allah bless Aaliyah and make us all people of the Quran.
December 4, 2025
Once again, I had the honour of being an Early Reader for Aliyah and reading her third book, Living With The Qur'an was a beautiful experience. I have been wanting to draw closer to the Qur'an for some time now, having been a Qur'an student myself and letting life distract me from keeping that connection. This book is one I look forward to re-reading at a much slower pace, using it to journal and for further contemplation. The stories in it were inspiring and I loved the sections that took me back to loving my Lord, with action steps for me to take. A warning though, I found myself crying through a lot of it. And the ending was so beautifully done!
December 4, 2025
Truth? I was scared to read this book. I had always envied those who would turn to the Quran in moments of need and come away with an answer, or a sign in the form of a verse they had just read - a response from Allah. I honestly never felt that connection, and I would yearn for it. Then came along Aliyah Umm Raiyaan and Living With the Quran - the first of my du'as to feel a connection with Allah's words answered. This was the go-to Quran connection I was always looking for.
This book came to me at a time when I was struggling with so much, and truly gave me clarity to understand that the Quran is IT, and as much as it was revealed for all of mankind it was revealed for ME too. Aliyah writes from the heart, and her own honest reflections of engaging with the Quran are woven in with perspectives from others who share their own stories of how they fell in love with Allah's words, and how certain verses shaped their lives at different times. Each chapter challenges the reader to question their own hearts through guided reflection, provides practical advice on how to actually 'live' the verses in our lives, and concludes with du'as so heart-touchingly beautiful that one cannot help the tears that flow. It makes you want to open the Quran and read those verses again and again, understanding something new and different each time, actually forging a connection with the Quran in a living, breathing way.
It has been an absolute privilege to be an early reader of this book; it has truly been a game changer for me, and it will be for you! Allow this book to make the Quran personal to you. EVERYONE needs to read this!
This book came to me at a time when I was struggling with so much, and truly gave me clarity to understand that the Quran is IT, and as much as it was revealed for all of mankind it was revealed for ME too. Aliyah writes from the heart, and her own honest reflections of engaging with the Quran are woven in with perspectives from others who share their own stories of how they fell in love with Allah's words, and how certain verses shaped their lives at different times. Each chapter challenges the reader to question their own hearts through guided reflection, provides practical advice on how to actually 'live' the verses in our lives, and concludes with du'as so heart-touchingly beautiful that one cannot help the tears that flow. It makes you want to open the Quran and read those verses again and again, understanding something new and different each time, actually forging a connection with the Quran in a living, breathing way.
It has been an absolute privilege to be an early reader of this book; it has truly been a game changer for me, and it will be for you! Allow this book to make the Quran personal to you. EVERYONE needs to read this!
December 10, 2025
Another beautiful thought provoking and inspiring book by sister Aliyah Umm Raiyaan. As a male this was very inspiring to read and hear about different sisters and cultures and situations which again leads us back to the lord of the world Allah.
I will highly recommend this to everyone.
I will highly recommend this to everyone.
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