Can a menstruating woman recite the Quran, common verses or remembrances, and what acts of worship can she do in Ramadan or if she encounters Laylat al-Qadr?

Summary

Scholars differ on whether a menstruating woman may recite the Quran. The majority of jurists forbid it, while the Maliki school, in the sound narration, permits it, including for teaching and learning, out of concern that memorisation may be lost. This ruling states that Quranic recitation in the form of remembrance and supplication is not among the prohibited matters, such as the travel supplication, istirja and morning and evening adhkar. Recommended acts in Ramadan include giving charity, making much supplication and remembrance (including the Laylat al-Qadr prayer taught to Aisyah), and feeding those who break their fast.

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