Written in Stone: Tips on memorizing the Qurân

How many people out there know that Allah subhanahu wata ala promised the Muslims to protect the Quran from being altered or lost? Those were the fates of the revelations sent to previous messengers including Jesus and Moses, may peace be upon them. How many of those people recognize that one of the means by which Allah subhanahu ata ala protects the Quran is by the love of the Muslims for it. A love which enables countless Muslims to memorize the Quran in its entirety, ma sha Allah. These hufadh or guardians have memorized the entire book in its original Arabic. And the wonder of it is that the Quran is so preserved all over the world, even by men and women who have not yet learned Arabic. Yet those same men and women can correct any book that is printed or any imam or scholar who might make an error in recitation. Alhamdolillah. All praise be to Allah. Allah Ho Akbar! Allah is Greater! Here is a presentation offering tips to students of the Quran who want to go on to memorize it. The Google Video description follows: "This article is meant those who have taken their first steps, not those who are still waiting for motivation. It is dedicated to all our young brothers and sisters in Qu’ran Hifdh schools (and all the wanna bes J). In sha Allah, I will discuss how you can become more effective in your memorization of the Qur’an. "Let me ask this question, “Who wants to memorize the Qur’an?” No doubt, the hands initially will rise slowly, but then almost everyone should have their hand raised. But, most truthfully, is that desire a sincere, heartfelt desire? If it was, then action would follow. If I said, “Who wants to lose weight?” Most people would raise their hands and upon being asked would mention the steps they are taking to achieve their goal. What steps are we taking to memorize the Qur’an if indeed our intentions are passionate?"