Bismillāh al-Rahmān al-Rahīm
Assalāmu ‘Alaykum!
Alhamdullāh, hope you’re doing well.
Today, I share with you some short form Q&A’s to some questions for quick reference.
Again, requesting your prayers,
- Qāri’ Mubashir
Memorising the Qur’ān is all about being systematically consistent
Q: How can I consolidate the new Hifz while reviewing the old?
A: If you are satisfied with reviewing the old and don’t consolidate the new, you will forget the new. Your latest memorisation will be weak. Reviewing the old is often easier because we already know it, but consolidating and memorising the new is where the real challenge lies.
Q: What are the basics of a strong Hifz system?
A: The system for strong Hifz is based on two aspects: reviewing the old and memorising and consolidating the new. These two aspects must be balanced to strengthen Hifz.
Q: How should I review my old Hifz?
A: You need to pass over your old Hifz at least once every five to ten days at most. If you find it difficult to pass through and your Hifz is weak, pass through it by reading from the mushaf (even by looking at the text). Read it aloud, even if you cannot do it from memory. This will help you retain the shape of the verse and keep your Hifz from weakening.
Q: Why do I forget what I memorised?
A: Forgetting happens when you stop reviewing regularly. If you keep reviewing, even by reading aloud, your memorisation will not weaken. Forgetting is often a result of neglect, not a lack of capability.
Q: How often should I pass through my memorised content?
A: You must pass through your entire Hifz within no more than ten days. If you cannot do it from memory, then read it aloud from the mushaf. This will help keep the Hifz strong and prevent forgetfulness.
Q: How should I balance reviewing the old with memorising the new?
A: Start with reviewing the old. When memorising the new, focus on only three verses per day at most, no more than half a page, (or whatever you’re targeting, if you can’t) so that you can consolidate them well and add them thoroughly to what you already have memorised.
Q: How can I set realistic goals for Hifz?
A: Set realistic goals that are within your capacity. Don’t overload yourself, which might lead to regret and blame later. Instead, from the start, choose a pace that allows for steady progress without overburdening yourself.
Q: Why shouldn’t I rush my Hifz?
A: The most beautiful days are the days of memorisation. There is no need to rush to finish them. Hifz is a love journey of memorising, reviewing, and consolidating. Moving steadily is better than rushing to completion and ending up having weak retention.
Q: What’s the benefit of taking my time with Hifz?
A: Moving at a consistent pace in reviewing and consolidating brings you closer to Allah and is rewarded greatly by Him. It is better to perfect what you memorise rather than rush and end up with unreliable memorisation.
Q: What is the importance of staying steady on the path of memorisation?
A: Staying steady on the path, taking precise and consistent steps, earns you a great reward with Allah. He loves those who perfect their work. Perfecting your memorisation brings true satisfaction.
Q: What is the difference between perfection and hastiness in Hifz?
A: Hastiness in memorisation leads to weak retention, while true perfection is what you wish to present to Allah — a solid, reliable memorisation. It’s much better to take your time and memorise perfectly than to rush through it and struggle with weak memorisation later.
Q: How should I treat my mind during memorisation?
A: Be kind to your mind. The mind isn’t a computer; it requires repetition to digest and internalise the verses. Repeating the content, understanding, and internalising takes time and patience.
Q: What’s a good technique for consolidating new Hifz?
A: Use repetition, repetition, and more repetition. Start by reading the verse aloud and breaking it into segments. Repeat each segment between three to twenty times (or more). After consolidating, repeat each verse between three to fifty times as much as you need.
Q: What’s an effective daily routine for strong Hifz?
A: Spend two hours daily on the Qur’ān is ideal — one hour for new memorisation and one hour for review. Consistency is the key, and these focused hours will build a solid foundation for your Hifz. One of my teachers once mentioned 4 hours is even better but all of this depends on your time. Ultimately, although there is an ideal, whatever time you have, it’s about how well you use it.
Q: What are the golden hours for memorisation?
A: Dedicate two hours in the morning, for example, from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m., and make them your 'golden hours.' After these two hours, you don’t need to hold the mushaf for the rest of the day. Use your memorisation during prayers and keep the mushaf nearby for reference.
Q: What are the five habits that can change my life in Hifz?
A: The five habits are:
Night Prayer (Qiyam al-Layl)
Daily Quran Reading (Wird)
Persistence in Supplication (Dua')
Remembrance of Allah (Dhikr)
Early Performance of Prayer (Salat)
Q: How can night prayer benefit my Hifz journey?
A: Even praying two units at night can have a profound impact on your journey. As you get used to it, increase the number, and you will find yourself changing for the better. Night prayer is a way to stay consistent and increase your spiritual strength.
Q: Why is daily Quran reading important?
A: The Quran is a source of blessing, strength, and spiritual fortitude. Daily reading reshapes your perspective, fills you with love for Allah, and brings many positive effects in your interactions and personal growth.
Q: What if I can’t do my Quran reading in the early morning?
A: If you can’t read in the morning, do it while cooking or after Asr, Maghrib, or Isha. Do it while doing something else like walking, commuting or do it whenever you can make a set time. Never leave your daily Quran reading under any circumstances.
Q: How can I overcome the devil’s whispers to leave my Quran routine?
A: Defeat your devil by being firm and restraining his influence. You are in a battle with the devil, and a strong attachment to Allah helps you win it.
Q: What role does supplication play in Hifz?
A: Persist in supplicating to Allah for everything. Supplication connects you to Allah at all times and in every situation. It strengthens your heart and keeps you determined on your Hifz journey.
Q: How important is remembrance of Allah (Dhikr)?
A: Dhikr is Allah's paradise on earth. Remembering Allah frequently and consistently is crucial in maintaining spiritual strength and closeness to Allah.
Q: How can I ensure that I perform my prayers on time?
A: Be prompt in performing prayers. When you hear the call to prayer, try to leave what is in your hands and pray. Make a pledge to never delay your prayers again and strive to please Allah through prompt prayer.
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The journey of Hifz is a beautiful one, filled with opportunities for spiritual growth, discipline, and a closer connection to Allah. Whether you are reviewing old Hifz, consolidating new memorisation, or staying consistent with Quran habits, each step of the journey brings its own reward. Keys:
Review Regularly: Make sure you pass through your entire Hifz every five to ten days. Use the mushaf to read aloud if necessary.
Memorise Consistently: Focus on memorising small portions, like three verses per day, and consolidate them thoroughly before moving on.
Set Realistic Goals: Avoid rushing and overburdening yourself. A consistent pace leads to long-lasting and strong memorisation.
Repeat to Perfect: Repetition is key. Don’t hesitate to repeat verses multiple times — perfection takes patience.
Dedicate Golden Hours: Allocate focused time for memorisation, like two hours in the morning. Use these times to build a solid foundation.
Embrace Five Habits: Include night prayer, daily Quran reading, consistent supplication, remembrance of Allah, and timely prayers in your routine to strengthen your Hifz.
Be Kind to Yourself: Don’t overload yourself or expect immediate perfection. Memorisation is a lifelong journey that requires patience and a steady approach.
Read more:
🔗 What’s The Best Time To Memorise Qur’an? (5 mins)
🔗 Break These Habits Now to Unleash Your Best Self (6 mins)
🔗 Boosting Self-Esteem And Self-Belief For Hifz Success (12 mins)
📖 THE DIARY OF A HĀFIZ
This is where we try to learn by watching others memorise. A roundup reporting the progress of two brothers and a sister in their pursuit of memorising the Qur'ān:
👳🏼♂️ Muhammad, 36, founder
Background: After forgetting what he memorised (half the Qur'ān) and kept struggling to start again. So he decided to share his diary and mission with us. After 19 weeks of struggle, he finally started. It took him a few months to do a few Juz’. He’s a few months away from having a years diary complete.
What he accomplished last week (Year 2 Week 7 complete):
“I’ve tried to make a shift to reciting earlier, and being someone so used to reciting late at night, I can tell you how refreshing it is to get it done in the morning or day instead, subhanallah. I pray that I can find a way to be consistent with it. I have been revising a quarter daily.”
🧕🏼 Aaliya
Background: I'm 28 and I started memorizing full time about 2 years ago. I have almost 17 Juz memorized Alhamdulillah. I go to a masjid hifz class everyday and I'm trying to increase my daily revision to 2-3 juz. I'm hoping recording weekly diaries will motivate me to be more consistent and inshAllah help others who read it too.
Week 10:
“Alhamdulillah I just started new memorization again! I'm not quite done with my complete revision but nearly there, so my teacher let me take 1 new page sabaak.
I'm excited, I might be able to finish surah Isra by the end of the week inshAllah.
For revision, I have continued to strengthen 1 new para a day. And I recite 3 other paras daily Alhamdulillah.
Next week, I plan to finish strengthening 5th through 1st paras inshAllah.”
🧕🏿 Halima, 47
Background: Halima is a homemaker, volunteer and part time tutor. She has 3 adult children who are in university and grad school, Alhamdulillāh. She began memorizing the Quran about 5 years ago. It's been on and off with different teachers and motivation levels. She was inspired as a child to memorize Quran but my family lacked the access to a madrassah due to financial costs. She is the oldest of eight children. As a child she had never read more than the last ten surahs. Later in life, she rekindled her connection with Allah swt, and began taking tajwid classes in 2011, then finished her first reading of a khatam of Qur'an to her teacher in tajwid, from then her hifz struggles eased a bit. Currently, she is memorizing Surah al Araaf with Hafidha Jamela.
Week 41:
“Alhamdulillahir Rabbal alameen. Memorizing Surah Araf 44 - 51. Revision rememorize Surah Anaam 9 - 35. Barakah Allahu feek.”
👉 If you have any questions, just drop a reply to me and I'll feature the questions and answers in relevant issues.
Allāh grant us all success and ease on this path!
⭐ COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS & UPDATES
What’s new / recent
Following some requests and pledges of support for these humble efforts, I have turned on paid subscriptions for those who may also want to support the work. I’ll be hoping to do monthly group calls with anyone that does, in shā’ Allāh.
I have had several feedback on the Hifz tools and the project itself, and I’m hoping to implement much of it with some new tools, in shā’ Allāh.
A number of you are also messaging or emailing in regards to finding a hifz buddy but also listing as a teacher on the directory listings, in shā’ Allāh, I continue to deal with these at present.
I had let some of you enter a space for the Hifz Camp idea, although, I put it on hold, I will work to sort that out relatively soon. Thank you for your patience.
📢 📢 Requests
1️⃣ My request is also on-going, share your usual hifz schedule with me. Please fill in the Form. (I have had several which I will add online soon)
2️⃣ Those of you that are teaching or have an institute can get listed on the Teachers directory.
3️⃣ Finding My Half has now around 40+ profiles, it needs a push, would you mind sharing it?
4️⃣ If you have anything to add, have hifz stories, want to share your own journey, have advice, have teachers, have anything you want to add to the weekly emails, do let me know.
5️⃣ If whatever advice, motivation, strategies I have shared have helped you memorise please, check out Impact and share your thoughts.
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