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Is forgetting the Quran after memorizing it considered abandoning it? And will the Quran be a proof against its owner if he memorizes it and then forgets it? And does this fall under the category of showing off?

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To preserve the Noble Qur’an, it is essential to review it, care for it, reflect upon it, and recite it frequently. Memorization is a high rank attained by one who exerts effort and dedicates time. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Take care of this Qur’an, for by the One in whose hand is Muhammad's soul, it escapes more readily than a camel from its hobbles." It was narrated from Ibn Amr that whoever recites the Qur’an has nurtured prophethood between his sides, though no revelation comes to him. A Muslim should preserve what he has memorized, dedicate time for revision and further memorization, and abandon sins and disobedience, which cause forgetfulness of the Qur’an.

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