It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abdur Rahman bin Shibl that I heard the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) saying: Recite the Qur'an, but do not be excessive in it, do not be harsh with it, do not make it a means of livelihood, and do not seek to increase your wealth and riches through it.
Hadith Referenceمسند احمد / مسند المكيين / 15529
Hadith Gradingحکم دارالسلام:حديث صحيح، وهذا إسناد قوي