Is it permissible for a menstruating woman to recite the Qur'an?

Question : The sister calling in with us on the line says: Honorable Shaykh, is it permissible for a menstruating woman to recite the Qur'an?

Answer : If it is for a need, such as fearing to forget it, or if she is a teacher instructing female students, or a student listening to the teacher, or if she wants to recite her daily verses like the Verse of the Throne, the two chapters of protection, and "Say, He is Allah, the One," then there is nothing wrong with it. However, if she intends to worship Allah by doing so, then it is not permissible.