Digital, Printed Copies of Quran in High Demand in Pakistan with Arrival of Ramadan
As the holy month commences the demand for Quran copies increases manifolds, driven by the rising trend of daily recitation because Ramadan is known as the month of self-purification through increased worship, spiritual cleansing, good deeds, and acts of charity.
Copies of the Holy Quran are distributed in mosques and madaris for esal-e-sawab (dedicating reward of a good deed or charitable act to another person). Moreover, they are given to friends and family as Ramadan gifts, contributing significantly to the increased demand for copies of the Holy Quran.
An important trend is the surge in demand among the youth, regardless of educational background, reflecting a growing desire to learn the Holy Quran. This is particularly evident in the increased interest in the versions aiding correct pronunciation during the fasting month.
Similarly, there is a growing demand for larger-print editions, with accompanying translation and commentary (Tafseer), catering to the elderly.
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Usman Tahir, a distributor of the Holy Quran in Urdu Bazaar in Karachi, told The Express Tribune that the pursuit of learning the Holy Quran with proper pronunciation has expanded not only among the youth but also among the elderly. In response to current trends and requirements, private institutions have introduced various digital and non-digital easy and Tajweed versions of the Holy Quran, available both offline and online.
According to Tahir, a publishing house has launched a Tajweedi Quran with 15 lines per page, priced at Rs920 per copy. Another offering is a 16-line-per-page Holy Quran with Tajweed, aiding in correct pronunciation during recitation.
Source: The Express Tribune
