Abdul Basit Abdul Samad
EgyptAbdul Basit Abdus Samad was one of the most legendary Quran reciters from Egypt, admired worldwide for his powerful voice, exceptional Tajweed, and deeply moving recitation style. Born in 1927 in the village of Armant, he memorized the Holy Quran at a young age and later mastered multiple styles of recitation. Inspired by the famous reciter Muhammad Rif’at, he quickly became known for his remarkable talent and began leading Taraweeh prayers while still a teenager. His unique tone and emotional delivery captivated listeners across the Muslim world, especially through his iconic recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah. Throughout his career, he won several international Qirat competitions and became one of the most influential Quran reciters of all time.