Which Reciter is The Best for Hifz (Quran Memorisation)?
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Which Reciter is The Best for Hifz (Quran Memorisation)?

Listening to a reciter (Qāri’) for your Hifz (Qur’ān memorisation) cannot be underestimated. But who is the best reciter to aid your memorisation? Who is the recommended reciter to listen to? Who is best quran reciter for memorization? Choose A Qāri’ To Listen To Using Key Principles I have previously touched upon some principles as…

If You Want To Memorise Better, Read More Books
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If You Want To Memorise Better, Read More Books

As Muslims, our entire community is built upon the foundation of knowledge (‘ilm). Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every one of us. If we look to the past, we find a correlation between how seriously our community took knowledge and their achievements. They were at the forefront of society. They were in the innovators…

Keep A Unique Perfume Just For Quran Memorisation

Keep A Unique Perfume Just For Quran Memorisation

The human mind is a marvel, capable of storing vast amounts of information. Memorising the Qur’ān is no different. At a young age, Sayyiduna ‘Abdullāh ibn ‘Abbās (Allāh be pleased with them) memorised the Qur’ān but also knew of its knowledge (meanings). Our memory has many means of storing information. One of few senses are…

Increase Your Salawat If You Want Better hifz
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Increase Your Salawat If You Want Better Hifz

A student complained to his teacher at al-Azhar, “Shaykh, I have trouble memorising the Qur’ān!” The teacher replied, “Increase your salutations (salawāt) upon the Prophet (ﷺ). I have found this to be one of the most helpful factors in aiding my relationship with the Qur’ān and its memorisation. When I was younger, I got habituated…

Surviving Cancer: A Powerful Journey of Hope and Hifz
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Surviving Cancer: A Powerful Journey of Hope and Hifz

Warning: What I’m about to share is going to get emotional. This is a story of surviving cancer and a journey of memorising the Qur’ān. Memorising the Qur’ān while being unwell is a huge challenge. The journey of battling cancer and simultaneously committing to memorising or revising the blessed verses of the Qur’ān is a…

Stop Sugar Cravings Now If You Want Better Hifz
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Stop Sugar Cravings Now If You Want Better Memory

There are so many of us that have to have some form of sugar, no matter what. Grab that box of sweets and chocolate. Grab that bag of treats. Breakfast will be full of sugar, lunch will be full of sugar and even dinner. Snacks and drinks full of sugar span across our day and…

A Guide On How to Maintain Your Voice When Reciting Quran
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A Guide On How to Maintain Your Voice When Reciting Quran

Memorising the Qur’ān is a challenging task that requires patience, dedication, and effort. It involves reciting verses out loud for extended periods and this can take a toll on your voice. Depending on what you do, your recitation can put a strain on your voice, leading to hoarseness, fatigue, and other vocal problems. Although much…

How To Memorise Quran While You Are Sick
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How To Memorise Quran While You Are Sick

Memorising and reviewing the Qur’ān can be a challenging task for anyone, let alone for those who are dealing with illness. Illness can drain your energy and make it difficult to concentrate, which can make it difficult to learn and retain new information. However, with the right approach and mindset, with some careful planning and…