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…
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…
What’s the best way to memorize Qur’ān? How can I consolidate my Hifdh? How can teachers help students overcome boredom? Fatigue? Missed days? How can you engage with Qur’ān beyond memorisation, with interactive learning? These are the questions that the Hifdh Workbook seeks to address. Al-Itqan recently sent me a copy of their Juz 1-5…
I have always stressed the importance of community and for us, a Hifz community is of utmost importance. As someone deeply immersed in the Hifz community, I often come across invaluable Hifz tips, advice, and methods shared in our groups. Realising that not everyone has access to these conversations, I decided to create a comprehensive…
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…
Let me introduce to you the story of Aishah. She is a medical and Islamic sciences student who recently complete her memorisation of the Qur’ān (Hifz-ul-Qur’ān). Last year, I had an idea to start a newsletter where we could follow the journey of those memorising the Qur’ān. A way for us to gain insights, see…
In the UK, he is considered to be amongst the top tier of Huffādh. But it wasn’t always this way. I’m about to share the story of a young Hāfidh whose story is an immense inspiration and source of motivation. This is the story of ‘Abdullāh Hanook. ‘Abdullāh Hanook recently did something you wouldn’t imagine…
A student was struggling to memorise as little as three āyāt of the Qur’ān. So he complained to his teacher. The teacher asked him, “How is your relationship with your mother?” It turned out that the relationship was bad. So the teacher advised him, “Be good to your mother, and the Qur’ān will be good…
The intention you truly hold within when memorising the Qur’ān can make or break your path. I’ve already covered what you need to know about intention and why you should memorise the Qur’ān, including the rewards and benefits. Today, I share two stories that bring the power of intention to life. Stories that demonstrate what…
How can I memorise the Qur’ān as quick as possible? Like really fast! If you’ve been asking this question, got your aims wrong! I want to share my thoughts on memorising the Qur’ān quickly and why that’s not ideal. I still want you to be a superhero Some heroes take 16 years to become what…
Being a Qur’ān buddy or a Hifz buddy is a big deal. Company and friendships for the sake of Allāh with mutual respect, a common interest in Qur’ān and its memorisation is something to be envied. It is a company that reminds you of goodness and is engaged in Remembrance. The Qur’ān tells us to…
Do you work hard to memorise Qur’ān only to go blank when reciting it to someone? Or perhaps someone randomly tested you and just can’t do it. You go mind blank. We’ve all been there at one point or another. It’s that feeling of your mind going blank, where you stop at the start or…
A few years ago during the lockdown, I caught up with Hafiz Ziyad Asghar (UK) who recently memorised the Qur’an in 4 years. At the time he was in his final year at university while also studying the Islamic sciences. Here’s our discussion: How did your memorisation journey begin? I started memorising when I was…
Do you need a teacher? Can you memorise the Qur’ān by yourself? These are questions that I am always asked. In this article, I want to share the answer. In 2020, I asked over 1000+ people if they were doing hifz with a teacher or not. The overwhelming majority at the time responded with a…
I’ve found myself being asked questions like: what are the qualities someone memorising the Qur’ān should have? what are the things you have found consistent among those who have memorised the Qur’ān? what is important to succeed? Allāh chooses His People, how can somebody be chosen? what is the secret that makes someone worthy to…
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