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Ibn Kathir

Ibn Kathir

Ibn Kathir al-Makki was born in Makkah in 45 AH and passed away in 120 AH. He was one of the most respected readers of the Quran in Makkah and was known for his precise and authentic transmission.

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Resources
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Early Life and Legacy

Born in Makkah, Ibn Kathir grew up in a family of scholars and was known for his exceptional memory and recitation skills from a young age.

Did You Know?

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Appointed as the leading Quran teacher in Makkah

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Developed a distinct style of recitation

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His reading became the standard in Makkah

Transmission

Al-Bazzi

He was the muadthin at the Masjid al-Ḥarām at Makkah, and the leading qārī of Makkah during his time

Qunbul

He was also one of the teachers of Abi Bakr ibn Mujāhid (d. 324 A.H.), the author of Kitāb al-Qirā-āt

Resources

Videos

Surah Al Furqan, Bazzi

Surah Waqiah, Bazzi