How to Read Quran in Your Language? Al Quran Multilingual is Here
How to Read Quran in Your Language? Al Quran Multilingual is Here
Reading the Holy Quran in a language you understand is one of the most transformative spiritual experiences. Yet millions of Muslims worldwide struggle because they don't read Arabic fluently. The good news? Al Quran Multilingual brings the divine message to your language—whether you speak Tamil, Urdu, English, Hindi, Malayalam, Bengali, or 90+ other languages.
This comprehensive guide explores the Quran's history, structure, and features, and shows how our app makes Quranic learning accessible to everyone, everywhere—completely free and ad-free.
The History of the Quran: From Revelation to Preservation
Divine Revelation (610–632 CE)
The Noble Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ over 23 years through the angel Jibreel (Gabriel). The revelations addressed:
- Beliefs (Tawhid, Prophethood, Afterlife)
- Worship (Salah, Zakat, Fasting, Hajj)
- Moral guidance (justice, honesty, family ethics)
- Legal principles (inheritance, contracts, justice)
Memorization and Writing
From the very beginning:
- Companions memorized verses as they were revealed
- Scribes wrote on palm leaves, stones, bones, and parchment
- The Prophet ﷺ verified every verse and ordered their arrangement
Compilation Under Abu Bakr (632–634 CE)
After the Battle of Yamama, where many Quran memorizers (Huffaz) were martyred, Abu Bakr (RA) ordered the first complete written compilation under Zaid ibn Thabit (RA). All scattered written fragments were collected and verified against living memorizers.
Standardization Under Uthman (644–656 CE)
As Islam spread, slight dialectical variations in recitation emerged. Uthman (RA) ordered:
- A standardized copy based on the Quraishi dialect (the Prophet's ﷺ original tongue)
- Multiple copies sent to major cities (Makkah, Madinah, Kufa, Basra, Damascus)
- All non-standard copies destroyed to preserve unity
This Uthmanic codex is the exact same text Muslims read today—unchanged for 1,400+ years.
Was There Any Type of Quran? One Book, Multiple Recitations
Only One Quran Text
No. There is only one Quran in terms of text. The Uthmanic codex has remained unchanged.
Seven Modes (Qira'at) of Recitation
However, the Quran was revealed in seven ahruf (modes/dialects) to accommodate different Arab tribes. Today, scholars recognize ten canonical Qira'at (recitation styles), with Hafs an Asim being the most widespread.
Key Point:
- The words and meaning remain identical
- Only pronunciation, elongation, and pauses differ slightly
- All are authentic and traced back to the Prophet ﷺ
Al Quran Multilingual uses the Hafs recitation, which 90%+ of Muslims worldwide follow.
What Are Manzils? The Seven-Day Division
Manzils are seven equal divisions of the Quran, designed to help Muslims complete the entire Quran in one week.
The 7 Manzils
| Manzil | Starts From | Ends At | Surahs Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surah Al-Fatihah (1:1) | Surah An-Nisa (4:147) | 1–4 |
| 2 | Surah An-Nisa (4:148) | Surah Al-An'am (6:165) | 4–6 |
| 3 | Surah Al-A'raf (7:1) | Surah At-Tawbah (9:93) | 7–9 |
| 4 | Surah At-Tawbah (9:94) | Surah An-Nahl (16:128) | 9–16 |
| 5 | Surah Al-Isra (17:1) | Surah Al-Furqan (25:77) | 17–25 |
| 6 | Surah Ash-Shu'ara (26:1) | Surah Ya-Sin (36:83) | 26–36 |
| 7 | Surah As-Saffat (37:1) | Surah An-Nas (114:6) | 37–114 |
Usage:
- Read one Manzil per day to complete the Quran weekly
- Popular during Ramadan for consistent recitation schedules
Available in Al Quran Multilingual: Navigate directly to any Manzil with one tap.
Sajdah in the Quran: Meaning, Significance, and Benefits
What is Sajdah-e-Tilawat?
Sajdah-e-Tilawat (Prostration of Recitation) is a special prostration performed when you recite or hear specific verses commanding prostration to Allah.
Significance
These verses describe:
- Allah's majesty and creation
- Angels prostrating before Allah
- Natural phenomena glorifying Allah (sun, moon, stars, trees)
When believers encounter these verses, they physically prostrate as an act of humility, submission, and worship.
Benefits
- Spiritual humility – Acknowledges Allah's greatness
- Physical worship – Engages body and soul
- Increased reward – Following Prophetic Sunnah
- Connection with angels – Joining celestial beings in worship
The 14 Confirmed Sajdah Locations
Note: Some scholars count 15 Sajdahs (including Surah Sad 38:24), while others count 14. The Hanafi school considers Sad's Sajdah as recommended rather than obligatory.
In Al Quran Multilingual: All Sajdah verses are clearly marked with a prostration icon for easy identification.
Read the 30 Juz of the Quran: Organized for Easy Learning
What is a Juz (Para)?
A Juz (also called Para in Urdu/Hindi) is 1/30th of the Quran, designed to help Muslims complete the entire Quran in one month (especially during Ramadan).
The 30 Juz Breakdown
| Juz | Starts From | Key Surahs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al-Fatihah 1:1 | Al-Fatihah, Al-Baqarah (start) |
| 2 | Al-Baqarah 2:142 | Al-Baqarah (continued) |
| 3 | Al-Baqarah 2:253 | Al-Baqarah, Al-Imran (start) |
| 4 | Al-Imran 3:93 | Al-Imran (continued) |
| 5 | An-Nisa 4:24 | An-Nisa |
| 6 | An-Nisa 4:148 | An-Nisa, Al-Ma'idah (start) |
| 7 | Al-Ma'idah 5:82 | Al-Ma'idah, Al-An'am (start) |
| 8 | Al-An'am 6:111 | Al-An'am, Al-A'raf (start) |
| 9 | Al-A'raf 7:88 | Al-A'raf, Al-Anfal (start) |
| 10 | Al-Anfal 8:41 | Al-Anfal, At-Tawbah (start) |
| 11 | At-Tawbah 9:93 | At-Tawbah, Yunus, Hud (start) |
| 12 | Hud 11:6 | Hud, Yusuf (start) |
| 13 | Yusuf 12:53 | Yusuf, Ar-Ra'd, Ibrahim (start) |
| 14 | Al-Hijr 15:1 | Al-Hijr, An-Nahl (start) |
| 15 | Al-Isra 17:1 | Al-Isra, Al-Kahf (start) |
| 16 | Al-Kahf 18:75 | Al-Kahf, Maryam, Ta-Ha (start) |
| 17 | Al-Anbiya 21:1 | Al-Anbiya, Al-Hajj (start) |
| 18 | Al-Mu'minun 23:1 | Al-Mu'minun, An-Nur, Al-Furqan (start) |
| 19 | Al-Furqan 25:21 | Al-Furqan, Ash-Shu'ara, An-Naml (start) |
| 20 | An-Naml 27:56 | An-Naml, Al-Qasas, Al-Ankabut (start) |
| 21 | Al-Ankabut 29:46 | Al-Ankabut, Ar-Rum, Luqman, As-Sajdah (start) |
| 22 | Al-Ahzab 33:31 | Al-Ahzab, Saba, Fatir (start) |
| 23 | Ya-Sin 36:28 | Ya-Sin, As-Saffat, Sad, Az-Zumar (start) |
| 24 | Az-Zumar 39:32 | Az-Zumar, Ghafir, Fussilat (start) |
| 25 | Fussilat 41:47 | Fussilat, Ash-Shura, Az-Zukhruf, Ad-Dukhan, Al-Jathiyah (start) |
| 26 | Al-Ahqaf 46:1 | Al-Ahqaf, Muhammad, Al-Fath, Al-Hujurat, Qaf (start) |
| 27 | Adh-Dhariyat 51:31 | Adh-Dhariyat through Al-Hadid |
| 28 | Al-Mujadila 58:1 | Al-Mujadila through At-Tahrim |
| 29 | Al-Mulk 67:1 | Al-Mulk through Al-Mursalat |
| 30 | An-Naba 78:1 | An-Naba through An-Nas (last 37 Surahs) |
Ramadan Strategy:
- Read one Juz per day = Complete Quran in 30 days
- Use Al Quran Multilingual's Juz navigation to track progress
Page-Wise Reading: Follow the Madina Mushaf Format
The Quran is traditionally printed in 604 pages (Madina Mushaf standard). Al Quran Multilingual follows this exact pagination, allowing you to:
- Track your daily reading by page number
- Coordinate with physical Mushafs (if you have one)
- Set page-based goals (e.g., 4 pages daily = complete in 5 months)
Feature: Swipe through pages just like a physical Quran, with Arabic text displayed in authentic calligraphy.
Complete Your Quran This Ramadan with Al Quran Multilingual
Ramadan is approaching! This year, don't miss the opportunity to complete the entire Noble Quran. Our app provides:
✅ Manzils – Complete in 7 days
✅ Juz divisions – Complete in 30 days
✅ Sajdah markers – Never miss a prostration verse
✅ Progress tracking – See exactly where you are
✅ Offline reading – No internet required
✅ Audio recitation – Learn correct pronunciation
Start today: https://alquranjino.online
Is the Quran Available in My Language?
Absolutely! The Quran's message is for all humanity, not just Arabic speakers.
Surah Ibrahim (14:4):
"And We did not send any messenger except [speaking] in the language of his people to state clearly for them."
Al Quran Multilingual provides the Quran in 97+ languages and 490+ editions (different translations/tafsirs in the same language), including:
Major Languages Supported
South Asian Languages:
- Tamil (4 translations including Jan Turst Foundation, Baqavi)
- Urdu (10+ translations including Fateh Muhammad Jalandhari, Maududi)
- Hindi (5+ translations)
- Bengali (3+ translations)
- Malayalam (2 translations)
- Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi
Middle Eastern Languages:
- Arabic (Tafsir editions: Ibn Kathir, Jalalayn, Tabari)
- Persian/Farsi (multiple editions)
- Turkish (Diyanet, Elmalılı)
African Languages:
- Swahili, Hausa, Amharic, Somali
European Languages:
- English (20+ translations: Sahih International, Pickthall, Yusuf Ali, Clear Quran, Mustafa Khattab)
- French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Polish
Southeast Asian:
- Indonesian, Malay, Javanese, Thai
East Asian:
- Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Japanese, Korean
Central Asian:
- Uzbek, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajik
Full List: https://alquranjino.online/books
Can I Download the Quran as PDF?
Yes, definitely! Al Quran Multilingual offers two unique PDF download options:
1. Single-Language PDF Download
Download the complete Quran in any one language/edition:
- Arabic Quran (Simple Text)
- Tamil Quran (Jan Trust Translation)
- English Quran (Sahih International)
- Urdu Quran (Fateh Muhammad Jalandhari)
- And 490+ other editions
Link: https://alquranjino.online/books
Use Cases:
- Print for offline reading
- Share with family/friends
- Study on e-readers (Kindle, tablets)
2. Combined Multilingual PDF (Unique Feature!)
World's First: Download a dual-language Quran PDF with ANY two languages side-by-side.
Examples:
- Arabic + Tamil (for Tamil-speaking Muslims)
- Arabic + English (for English speakers learning Arabic)
- Urdu + Hindi (for bilingual readers)
- Arabic + Indonesian (for Indonesian Muslims)
How it Works:
- Go to: https://alquranjino.online/combined-quran
- Select Language 1 (e.g., Arabic - Simple)
- Select Language 2 (e.g., Tamil - Jan Trust Foundation)
- Click Download PDF
- Get a beautiful side-by-side Quran in both languages!
Benefits:
- Understand while reading Arabic
- Compare translations
- Learn Arabic vocabulary with native language help
Can I Track My Reading Progress?
Yes, definitely! Al Quran Multilingual includes comprehensive offline progress tracking:
Features:
✅ Bookmark verses – Save where you stopped
✅ Last read position – App remembers your exact verse
✅ Reading history – See which Surahs/Juz you've completed
✅ Percentage tracker – Visual progress bar (e.g., "45% of Quran read")
✅ Daily streak counter – Build consistency
✅ Offline sync – No internet needed, data saved locally
Perfect for:
- Ramadan Quran completion goals
- Daily habit building (e.g., 10 minutes daily)
- Long-term study programs (Tafsir reading)
Is the Quran App Free or Paid?
100% Free. 100% Ad-Free. Forever.
Al Quran Multilingual is:
- ✅ Completely FREE – No subscriptions, no in-app purchases
- ✅ No ads – No distractions while reading the Quran
- ✅ Open-source (desktop version) – Transparent and community-driven
Why Free and Ad-Free?
I don't want money. I want good deeds (Sadaqah Jariyah).
Every person who reads the Quran using this app earns me continuous rewards (as long as they benefit from it). That's worth more than any profit.
Financial Reality: Server & Maintenance Costs
However, keeping the app and website live 24/7 for millions of users worldwide requires:
- Server hosting (for the website and API)
- Cloud storage (for 490+ editions in 97 languages)
- Bandwidth (for downloads and streaming audio)
- Development time (bug fixes, new features, updates)
Current situation:
I'm covering these costs personally, but it's becoming difficult due to financial constraints.
Optional Support (Not Required)
If you can afford and want to support this project to keep it free for everyone, you can donate:
Donate here: https://alquranjino.online/donate
Your donation helps:
- Keep the website and API running
- Add more translations and features
- Reach more Muslims worldwide
But remember: Donation is 100% optional. The app will remain free forever, even if you don't donate.
Read the App and Website in Your Own Language
Not Just Quran Translation—The Entire Interface!
Al Quran Multilingual goes beyond just translating the Quran. The entire app and website interface is available in your native language!
What does this mean?
- Menu options in your language
- Button labels in your language
- Settings in your language
- Help text in your language
- Navigation in your language
Why This Matters
Many Quran apps only translate the Quran text but keep the app interface in English. This creates confusion for:
- Elderly parents who don't speak English
- Non-English speakers in rural areas
- Children learning their first language
- Anyone who's more comfortable in their mother tongue
Example:
- Tamil speaker: App menus show in Tamil (மெனு, அமைப்புகள், புக்மார்க்குகள்)
- Urdu speaker: App menus show in Urdu (مینو، ترتیبات، بک مارکس)
- Bengali speaker: App menus show in Bengali (মেনু, সেটিংস, বুকমার্ক)
Supported Interface Languages
The app and website interface is currently available in 50+ languages, including:
Asian Languages:
- Tamil, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi
- Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese
- Chinese, Japanese, Korean
Middle Eastern:
- Arabic, Persian/Farsi, Turkish, Kurdish
European:
- English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish
African:
- Swahili, Hausa, Amharic
How to Change Interface Language
On Website (alquranjino.online):
- Look for the language selector (usually in top-right corner or footer)
- Click and select your preferred language
- Entire website instantly switches!
On Mobile App:
- Go to Settings ⚙️
- Select Language/Interface Language
- Choose your language
- App interface changes immediately
On Desktop App:
- Click Settings menu
- Select Interface Language
- Pick your language from 50+ options
Complete Accessibility
This makes Al Quran Multilingual the most accessible Quran platform for non-English speakers:
✅ Quran in 97+ languages
✅ App interface in 50+ languages
✅ Website in 50+ languages
✅ Combined PDF in any 2 languages
✅ Audio in multiple Qira'at styles
Your grandmother who only speaks Tamil? She can use the app completely in Tamil.
Your Urdu-speaking uncle? Complete Urdu interface.
Your Indonesian friend? Everything in Bahasa Indonesia.
No language barriers. Just you and the Quran.
Uniqueness of Al Quran Multilingual
The Only Quran App That Offers:
1. True Cross-Platform Availability
- ✅ Android (Google Play)
- ✅ iOS (App Store)
- ✅ macOS (App Store)
- ✅ Windows (Desktop app)
- ✅ Linux (Desktop app)
- ✅ Web (browser-based, works on any device)
Most apps: Only Android/iOS
Al Quran Multilingual: Everywhere
2. 97+ Languages, 490+ Editions
- Most comprehensive language support in any Quran app
- Multiple translations in the same language (e.g., 20+ English translations)
- Tafsir editions (detailed explanations in Arabic, Urdu, etc.)
3. Dual-Language PDF Export
- World's first side-by-side multilingual Quran PDF generator
- Any 2 languages combined in one PDF
- Perfect for learning and comparison
4. Multilingual Interface (App + Website)
- 50+ interface languages – not just Quran translation
- Complete accessibility for non-English speakers
- Elders, children, and rural users can navigate easily
5. Offline-First Design
- Download any edition once, use forever
- No internet required after download
- Fast and reliable even in low-connectivity areas
6. Clean, Distraction-Free Interface
- No ads (unlike 90% of Quran apps)
- No pop-ups or subscription nags
- Focus on the Quran, not marketing
7. Open-Source Desktop App
- Transparent code (community can verify quality)
- Privacy-focused (no data collection)
- Community contributions welcome
8. Advanced Features
- ✅ Manzils, Juz, Sajdah navigation
- ✅ Page-wise reading (Madina Mushaf format)
- ✅ Audio recitation with verse highlighting
- ✅ Word-by-word meanings (in select editions)
- ✅ Search by keyword, Surah, verse number
- ✅ Bookmarks and reading history
- ✅ Progress tracking (offline)
No other app combines all these features in one place.
Download Al Quran Multilingual
Mobile Apps
📱 Android:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jino.quran.app
📱 iOS (iPhone/iPad):
https://apps.apple.com/in/app/al-quran-multilingual/id6738510896
💻 macOS (Mac computers):
https://apps.apple.com/in/app/al-quran-multilingual/id6738510896
Desktop Apps
🖥️ Windows/Linux:
https://github.com/jinosh05/Al-Quran-Multilingual-Desktop/releases
Web Version (Works on Any Device)
🌐 Web Browser:
https://alquranjino.online
Join Our Open Community to Discuss Quran
Telegram Community:
https://t.me/+do4xJsQLTbNhZTc1
What we discuss:
- Quranic verses and their meanings
- Daily reflections and reminders
- App feedback and feature requests
- Islamic knowledge sharing
- Multilingual Quran study tips
Everyone welcome:
- Beginners learning the Quran
- Scholars sharing insights
- Developers contributing to the project
- Anyone seeking Quranic guidance
Start Your Quran Journey Today
This Ramadan, make a commitment:
- Read the entire Noble Quran in your language
- Use Juz, Manzil, or page-wise divisions
- Track your progress with our app
- Understand the message, not just recite
Download now:
🔗 https://alquranjino.online
Donate (optional):
🔗 https://alquranjino.online/donate
May Allah accept your efforts and grant you understanding of His Book.
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Jinosh Nadar
Founder of Al Quran Multilingual. Dedicated to making Islamic wisdom accessible.