Sheikh Mustafah Muyingo has urged Muslims to make Quran recitation and study part of their daily lives, warning that neglecting the holy book deprives believers of its guidance, spiritual benefits and rewards.
Muslims have been urged to prioritise reading, learning and acting upon the Noble Quran, with a warning against abandoning the holy book in the pursuit of worldly activities.
The call was made by Sheikh Mustafah Muyingo during the Salam Jumah prayers held at MTN Uganda headquarters in Kampala.
In his sermon, Sheikh Muyingo said the Quran was revealed by Allah as guidance for humanity, a light for hearts, healing and mercy for believers.
He said one of the greatest losses for a believer was not losing worldly wealth but allowing days and months to pass without engaging with the Book of Allah.
Citing Quran 17:9, he reminded worshippers that the holy book guides believers towards what is upright and promises great rewards to those who believe and perform righteous deeds.
Sheikh Muyingo also emphasised the importance of learning and teaching the Quran, citing a saying of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): “The best of you are those who learn the Qur’an and teach it.” (Sahih al-Bukhari, 5027).
He challenged Muslims who cite busy schedules as a reason for neglecting recitation, observing that many spend hours on their phones and other activities while struggling to set aside time for the Quran.
He encouraged believers to begin with manageable but consistent routines, such as reading a page after the Fajr and Maghrib prayers or dedicating at least 10 minutes daily to recitation.
The sheikh also urged those who struggle with pronunciation and fluency not to give up, reminding them that their efforts carry spiritual rewards.
He cited a hadith stating that proficient Quran reciters will be in the company of noble and obedient angels, while those who recite with difficulty receive a double reward. (Sahih Muslim, 798, in commonly used numbering.)
Sheikh Muyingo warned against neglecting the Quran, citing the complaint that the Messenger will make to Allah on the Day of Resurrection: “My Lord, indeed my people have taken this Qur’an as something abandoned.” (Quran 25:30).
He further referred to Quran 20:123–124, which warns of the consequences of turning away from Allah's guidance and remembrance.
The sheikh reminded worshippers that the Quran will intercede for its companions on the Day of Resurrection, citing Prophet Muhammad's teaching: “Recite the Qur’an, for it will come on the Day of Resurrection as an intercessor for its companions.” (Sahih Muslim, 804).
He urged Muslims not to postpone learning the Quran until retirement or a time when they have fewer responsibilities, noting that no one is guaranteed tomorrow.
Sheikh Muyingo concluded by encouraging families to establish regular Quran-reading sessions at home, teach their children the holy book and ensure mosques provide lessons for both adults and children.
He prayed that Allah would make the Quran the spring of believers' hearts and the light of their chests, and count Muslims among the people of the Quran.