How To Mark or Annotate the Qur'an With Respect
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How To Mark or Annotate the Qur’an With Respect

Marking or annotating using a pen on the Qur’an (Mushaf) is a topic that people have different opinions about. Some think it’s okay, while others believe it’s disrespectful. This guide will look at both sides of the argument, helping you understand the reasons for and against making notes in the Qur’an. My aim is to…

How To Memorise The Quran Guide For Teens
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How To Memorise The Quran Guide For Teens

Many of you ask how can you balance memorizing the Qur’ān alongside your studies. You have many questions. Today, I want to provide a comprehensive guide that addresses these concerns, specifically for teens on this sacred journey of memorising the Qur’ān. I’ve designed this guide to not only help you navigate the challenges of balancing…

memorising quran at age 64
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How I Complete Memorizing The Quran At Age 64

“Allow me to share with you a journey deeply personal, a journey that began in the year 1988, the year I, at the age of 32, found my new abode in Port Elizabeth. It was a time of new beginnings, not just in my professional life as I started my tenure at Livingstone Hospital, but…

Quran Trace
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Quran Trace: Is The Handwritten Traceable Method Worth It?

Quran Trace calls itself “Innovative, dynamic, and faith-inspired” and “the world’s leading authenticated traceable Quran in the Uthmani script”. The Quran Trace is the entire Quran in a 15-line traceable format, that ‘facilitates for a unique combination of visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic/tactile learning styles’. But is it just an unnecessary gimmick designed to play with…

How Marriage Can Be A Powerful Gateway To Hifz
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How Marriage Can Be A Powerful Gateway To Hifz

Marriage often elicits mixed reactions; for some, it’s a subject they shy away from, while for others, it’s a constant presence in their thoughts. In modern times, the notion of marriage has become fraught with complexities and blurred understanding. Marriage takes effort and dedication, yes, it’s a matter of personal choice, and for many, this…

Be On The Right Side Of Hifz Perfectionism
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Be On The Right Side Of Hifz Perfectionism

In the quest to memorise the Qur’ān, many students struggle with perfection. I get it. It’s a constant battle to get that flawless recitation and retention. But, an excessive focus on perfection can be a daunting and often an unattainable goal, leading to frustration and burnout. Instead, you should be focusing on ‘Ihsaan’—excellence or spiritual…

How To Stop Procrastinating With Your Hifz
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How To Stop Procrastinating With Your Hifz

Over the past year, we’ve followed at least 7 different Hifz diaries on a weekly basis. One of the most common challenges we’ve seen is procrastination. A subject that is widely discussed and typically sits right at the top of our goals list. Let’s face the facts. We’ve all procrastinated with something in our lives….

Defying The Odds To Become A Successful Hafiz
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Defying The Odds To Become A Successful Hafiz

Imagine being born blind, unable to see the words of the Qur’ān before you. Imagine being unable to speak, your voice silenced. Imagine lacking the ability to read or write, the very skills many rely upon to commit the Qur’ān to memory. Now, consider being elderly, with the years having added their weight to your…

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…