Maintaining the Meaning: An Introduction to Waqf and Ibtida

This book provides an introduction to the science of waqf and ibtidāʾ in the Quranic recitation. It defines key terms and discusses the four states of waqf - complete, sufficient, good, and bad. It examines rules for making waqf at the end of words and discusses signs of waqf found in Quran manuscripts. The goal is to give students a foundational understanding of this important topic in an accessible way.