Date: 17th July Mood: Quiet resolve Location: My musalla at sunrise Today I want to talk about something many dear sisters in our circle have whispered to me during their Quran journey. It’s that sinking moment when verses you knew so well begin to fade. You’re...
Dear sisters memorizing the Quran, If your heart is heavy, if loss or pain has found its way into your life, please know you are not alone. Hifdh is already a mountain for us as women, balancing our roles, emotions, and quiet battles. Add grief into...
🖋 During these times, when corruption and tests have increased, you must dedicate time to seclude yourself with your Lord. Therein you recite the Qur’ān, glorify Allah, increase in Istighfār (seeking forgiveness), thank Allah for all your blessings - both hidden and apparent, pray two...
Assalamu alaykum, Part of an efficient Hifdh learning program includes audio practise: both for strengthening/ correcting and for setting a strong pre-hifdh foundation for. While there are many options of reciters from whom we may benefit with hifdh, tajweed and fluency, here are some recommendations - all...
Assalamu alaykum, I hope that you are well and that your Quran memorization has been filled with barakah and joy. As we draw closer to the month of Ramadan, let us increase our efforts in reciting, revising and memorizing Al Quran. A question that I am often asked,...
- In Islamic practice, the deceased is placed in the grave laying on their right side, facing the qibla. It's beautiful to imagine an entire community of believers under the earth facing the same direction that we (the living) face at least 5 times a...
"How do you structure your Quran class and what are the ages of your children?" Here's an old post I wrote 4 years ago, on how I started homeschooling Quran when my children were younger: ~~~ Alhamdulillah my children are now almost 7, 5, 4, and just over...
I used to have this mindset that I will make dua after my Salaah, or after some Quran reading or a Zikr session or on a Friday or at Tahajjud time - Basically after doing a good deed or at an auspicious time so the...
Assalamu alaykum Question: How can I retain the Qur'an? Answer: This is a common question for seekers of knowledge irrespective of their level. I know it is a lifetime quest. However, I found the following tips (My 5 T's) helpful: Tafsir: Acquaint yourself with the ayah by reading...
The Qur'an is primarily a book of Dhikr; i.e. it keeps those who recite it with contemplation in constant connection with the kay elements of their faith. So, as you recite, certain themes keep coming by, in the most intertwined, integrated and beautiful fashion. Shaikh Mohamed...