Got a spare Quran from Eid? Here's what to do with it

Grandparents give one. So does an aunt. The mosque hands one to every child after Eid prayers. Most households end up with more copies than people to read them.

This is a genuinely different situation from most of what we cover — a duplicate Quran is usually brand new or barely used, not damaged or worn out. So before burial comes into it at all, it's worth trying the better options first.

Try these first

1. Offer it to family. A spare copy is a natural gift for a child starting to read, a relative who's reverted, or someone setting up their own home for the first time.
2. Ask your mosque. Many masajid keep a small stock for new attendees, converts, or visitors and are glad to take a clean spare copy off your hands.
3. Donate it. Islamic charities, prisons, and hospital chaplaincy services often welcome donated Qurans in good condition. Our guide on what to do with a found Quran covers similar donation routes in more detail.

A Quran that's still in good condition being read by someone new is a better outcome than one sitting unopened in a cupboard, however respectfully it's stored.

When burial is the right call instead

Sometimes none of the above works out — the copy is a translation-only edition nobody wants, or it's the fifth spare in a house that's already given three away, or it's simply been sitting so long that offering it around no longer feels practical. That's a perfectly legitimate reason to have it buried instead of leaving it to gather dust indefinitely. Our full guide to respectful disposal covers the options if that's the route you're taking.

Sending it to us

A single spare Mushaf is a light parcel — usually close to our £10 minimum order. Weigh it and check the exact price before you post anything.

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