Verses from the Quran are recited either loudly or silently. He then recited the above verses. Biblical verses are recited at each point. Verse 12 is recited during Selichot. Some myths were originally recited as verse narratives. Psalm 91 is recited seven times during a burial ceremony. The prayers are recited in the Arabic language, and consist of verses from the Quran. Participants were required to repeat a verse of poetry recited by the leader. Paper was precious, so the children often recited their lessons until they memorized them. Psalm 91 is often recited as a prayer for protection. During prayers, the Quran is recited only in Arabic. Prayer services begin with the Kol Nidre prayer, which is recited before sunset. It is also recited as a prayer for forgiveness. Along with some prayers, it can only be recited with a minyan of ten Jews. Then an incantation is usually recited.