Parental FAQs related to Hifz

Section 1: Time Management & Daily Routine

Q1. My child’s school hours are from 7:40 AM to 1:50 PM. After that, he/she feels tired. How can he/she manage hifz classes and still stay active?
Answer:
After school, allow your child a 30–45-minute break for lunch and rest. Most students reach home by 2:00 PM, so those attending the 3:00 PM class already have about an hour to relax. Avoid long naps that cause laziness. Once refreshed, your child will attend hifz with better focus. Balanced rest is key — neither over-rest nor over-rush. A light lunch is also recommended.

Q2. My child struggles to balance school homework and hifz revision. What can we do?
Answer:
Divide tasks into small sessions:

• 30–40 minutes of school homework after Maghrib.
• Muraja‘ah before Maghrib or after dinner.
• Keep weekends lighter on hifz if required. Routine beats rush — small, consistent effort brings lasting results.

Q3. How to balance Muraja‘ah and Juz Hali daily?
Answer:

• Muraja‘ah (1–2 Juz): 45–60 minutes daily (can be split into two sittings).
• Juz Hali (current portion): 10–15 minutes daily.
  Focus and clarity matter more than quantity.

Tip: If Jadeed hifz is done with strong focus, the juz haali will consume less time.

Q4. My child has little time for play. Is physical activity really important?
Answer:
Yes, even 20–30 minutes of daily physical activity, especially outdoors, can refresh the mind, lower stress, and improve focus.

Q5. Can my child do the Quran after dinner?
Answer:
Yes, a short 20–30 minute revision after dinner helps reinforce memory.
Encourage early sleep (by 9:30–10:00 PM) to wake up fresh — sleep strengthens memorisation power.
Listening to the Quran recording 10–15 times before sleeping helps the words stay in the mind, making morning hifz easier.

Q6. How should morning-batch students (7:00–8:00 AM) manage their day?
Answer:

• Revise Jadeed after Fajr.
• Attend hifz class 7:00–8:00 AM.
• Do Muraja‘ah later in the day, after school or after Maghrib.
  Morning hours are best for memorisation because the mind is fresh and calm.

Q7. My child feels pressure managing both school and hifz. What should we do?
Answer:
Students indeed face hifz pressure. Focus on progress, not perfection.
Appreciate effort, offer emotional support, and avoid comparisons.
Our teachers also monitor each student’s load and can adjust the pace if needed.

Q8. How can I make sure my child does murajaah consistently?
Answer:
Use a simple daily checklist:
✅ Murajaah
✅ Juz Hali
✅ School homework
✅ Playtime
✅ Jadeed hifz
✅ Sleep early

✅ Proper meals on time
Visible progress motivates consistency.

🧠 Section 2: Concentration & Focus

Q1. My child gets distracted easily during hifz. How can we improve concentration?
Answer:

• Set a quiet, clutter-free hifz space.
• Give short breaks every 25–30 minutes.
• Begin with a short dua: اللهم ارحمني بترك معاصيك … followed by Salawat — it calms the brain and heart.
• Simple breathing exercises before starting also help improve focus.

Q2. My child forgot what he memorised yesterday. Is it normal?
Answer:
Yes, it’s part of the learning process.
The brain takes time to shift new hifz into long-term memory.
Regular Muraja‘ah and sufficient sleep strengthen retention. Patience + repetition = strong hifz.

📖 Section 3: Memorisation Issues & Techniques

Q1. My child forgets quickly — how can we help him retain longer?
Answer:

• Encourage loud and clear recitation of new portions.
• Listen to the portion 10 times before memorising (From recordings of Al-Syed al-Ajal Shz Husain bs Burhanuddin Saheb DM or Shaikh al-Hosary).
• Revise the same Ayah three times in the morning, evening, and before class the next day.
• Practice tasmee (reciting from memory) at home or with friends. Repetition + spacing = stronger long-term memory.

Q2. What if my child can’t connect the sequence of Aayats?
Answer:

• Help him understand the meaning or flow of the verses.
• Recite in pairs of Aayats (1–2, 2–3, 3–4) before doing the full passage.
• Connect the last word of one Ayah with the first word of the next.
• Create small mental “links” between Aayats — it improves continuity.

Q3. My child mixes up similar Aayats from different places. How can we fix this?
Answer:

• Highlight small differences in words or endings using colours.
• Use Khazain al-Qur’an al-Ma‘ani al-Faeqah to compare verses.
• Practice slow and mindful recitation — awareness builds clarity.

💪 Section 4: Motivation & Consistency

Q1. How can we motivate our child to enjoy hifz?
Answer:
Motivation grows with love, not pressure.

• Appreciate daily effort, not just achievement.
• Set small, clear goals (e.g., “1 page this week”).
• Celebrate consistency — even with small rewards or kind words.
• Remind them: They are fulfilling Aqa Moula T.U.S.’s wish — “Har ghar ma ek to hoi je ne Pura Qur’an hifz hoi.”

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Q2. Sometimes my child refuses to sit for hifz. What should I do?
Answer:
Don’t force at that moment.
Take a short 10-minute break or change the environment.
Recite together or let the child walk and recite.
Keep the hifz journey joyful — joy brings focus, not fear.

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Q3. My child loses consistency after holidays or exams. How can we rebuild it?
Answer:
Restart with easy, short targets to regain confidence.
Gradually increase the portion.
Remind your child that every restart is a step of progress and ibadah.

📚 Section 5: Practical Techniques for Muraja‘ah & Jadeed

Q1. How can my child do Muraja‘ah effectively?
Answer:
✅ Divide old portions — 1 Juz in the morning, 1 Juz after Maghrib.
✅ Use “listening Muraja‘ah” — recite along with an audio.
✅ First read while following with the finger — scan the page visually.
✅ Then recite without looking. If stuck, recall first, then check the Mushaf.
✅ Always do it with full attention.

This self-correction builds deep memorisation power.

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Q2. What is the best method to memorise Jadeed ?
Answer:

1. Listen to the Recordings.
2. Read attentively (moving fingers on the ayaat can also help).
3. Memorise in small portions (3–5 lines).
4. Connect new lines with the previous ones.
5. Use the Mushaf only — avoid gadgets for memorisation.
6. Do tasmee at home and with friends before reciting in front of the muhaffiz.

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Q3. How can parents help with Muraja‘ah and Jadeed at home?
Answer:

• Fix a regular listening time.
• Gently note mistakes and inform the muhaffiz.
• Praise consistent effort — it builds confidence.
• Maintain a peaceful and happy routine.

Section 6: Parental Role & Emotional Support

Q1. How can I support my child emotionally during hifz?
Answer:
Show pride in effort, not results.
Say often: “You are doing something very special.” Or “You are doing a great work”
Be patient on tough days, and never compare the child with other students.
Always listen to what your child wants to share — your understanding matters.

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Q2. How can I create a hifz-friendly environment at home?
Answer:

• Keep the recitation area clean, calm, and screen-free.
• Lead by example — recite or memorise even small portions yourself; children follow what they see.

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Q3. What if parents themselves are not fluent in tilawat?
Answer:
You can still provide the best support:

• Listen patiently and encourage.
• Maintain a peaceful hifz environment.
• Appreciate progress sincerely: “You’re improving beautifully.”

Your love and encouragement are more powerful than correction.

Parents and students should regularly refer to the 4th waaz mubarak of Ashara 1446 H. In this waaz, Aqa Maula ^TUS enumerated the qualities of the camel and compared them to the journey of those pursuing hifz as well as those who have completed it. These insights benefit every stage of hifz and can serve as an excellent source of motivation during times of challenge.