Prostrating when the Quran is recited

This verse describes an attitude of refusal when the Quran is recited.

وَإِذَا قُرِئَ عَلَيۡهِمُ ٱلۡقُرۡءَانُ لَا يَسۡجُدُونَۤ۩

and do not prostrate when the Quran is recited to them?

Quran, Al-Inshiqaaq 84:21

Verse 84:21 is part of a series of questions about the attitude of those who do not believe. It mentions that they do not prostrate when the Quran is recited to them. Prostration appears here as a natural reaction to listening to the Quran.

For us, this verse invites us to reflect on our own reaction. When we hear the Quran, can our hearts and bodies humble themselves? Today, we can cultivate this inner humility.

Today, while listening to a recitation of the Quran, pause and bow your head slightly as a sign of respect and humility.