Yes, a girl on her period can listen to the Quran. While reciting the Quran or physically touching it is generally discouraged during menstruation, listening to its recitation is permissible according to various Islamic scholars and interpretations.
Understanding the Restrictions
Many Islamic rulings prohibit women during menstruation (or in a state of Janabah, major ritual impurity) from reciting the Quran or directly touching a physical copy (Mushaf). This is not a prohibition on listening to the Quran's recitation.
Several sources confirm this distinction:
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Multiple Islamic websites and forums (e.g., Daruliftabirmingham, Aliftaa, SeekersGuidance) explicitly state that listening to the Quran is allowed during menstruation. These sources emphasize that the restrictions apply to recitation and physical contact, not listening. https://daruliftabirmingham.co.uk/home/can-a-woman-listen-to-the-holy-quran-while-in-menstruation/ https://www.aliftaa.jo/research-fatwa-english/2118/A-Woman-may-Listen-to-Quran-during-Menses-and-Janabah- https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/why-cant-a-menstruating-woman-touch-the-quran-islams-perspective-on-menstruation/
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Scholarly opinions vary slightly on the specifics, but the overarching consensus permits listening. Some scholars even suggest that listening and reflecting on the Quran's meaning is beneficial during this time.
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Personal accounts: Numerous online discussions and personal experiences (e.g., Reddit threads, Quora answers) show many Muslim women listening to the Quran during their periods without feeling any religious conflict. https://www.quora.com/I-got-my-period-today-and-I-want-to-listen-to-the-Quran-Can-I-listen-to-Quran https://www.reddit.com/r/Hijabis/comments/vh8zr3/surah_al_mulk/
Therefore, the act of listening to the Quran's recitation while menstruating is widely considered permissible in Islam.
