Is memorizing the Quran before the dawn (Fajr) prayer considered part of the night vigil (Qiyam al-Layl)?
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Simply reciting the Quran is not considered part of al-Layl, which is a prayer involving bowing (ruku') and prostration (). However, reciting the Quran at this time has a special virtue, in addition to the virtue of being engaged in memorizing the Quran.
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