Sheikh Mohamed Siddiq Al-Minshawi
1920 – 1969 · Mujawwad — slow, contemplative, deeply emotional
Sheikh Mohamed Siddiq Al-Minshawi (rahimahullah) is loved across the Muslim world for the depth of feeling in his recitation. Born in 1920 and reciting from age six, he became known for a slow, contemplative mujawwad style that draws the listener into deep reflection. His Quran recordings, particularly his complete mujawwad mushaf, are considered among the most spiritually moving recordings of the 20th century. His voice has a unique gravity — it pauses, breathes, and lingers on the verses in a way that few reciters have matched.
About the Reciter
- Complete mujawwad Quran recorded between 1958-1969
- Famous for an emotive, weeping-during-recitation style
- Beloved across both Sunni and Shia communities — universally accepted
Minshawi Recitations on Sacred Ayat Live
Each recitation below is set against beautiful footage of mosques around the world — Mecca, Madinah, Al-Aqsa, Blue Mosque, Sheikh Zayed and more. Click any to watch on YouTube.
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