During the early expansion of the Islamic empire, Muslim armies from different regions (Syria, Iraq, Egypt) were reciting the Quran with slight variations in pronunciation (dialects, not the text). Uthman's companion, Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman, warned that these differences might cause division. To preserve the unity of the Ummah, Uthman took decisive action.
The refers to the standardized written version of the Quran compiled and distributed during the reign of the third Rashidun Caliph, Uthman ibn Affan (r. 644–656 CE). It is the definitive codex that has served as the universal reference for the Muslim world for over 1,300 years, ensuring the preservation and uniformity of the Quranic text. Historical Background and Compilation mushaf uthmani
During the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the Quran was revealed in seven distinct Ahruf (modes or dialects) to facilitate memorization for different Arab tribes. As Islam spread beyond the Arabian Peninsula, companions who had learned the Quran in different dialects began teaching new converts. During the early expansion of the Islamic empire,