The 3:10 hifz technique is specifically designed to help students revise the verses until they are perfected. In this method, students recite the lesson 10 times while looking at the text, followed by 3 recitations from memory. The initial 10 readings are intended to ensure proficiency in Tajweed, makharij, fluency, comprehension of meaning, and visual imagery. After finishing this, they can review the lesson three more times and find it much easier to remember. This method is often included in an intensive hifz course due to its effectiveness. There are variations of this method for more experienced students that can be tailored to their own tastes.

What is the 3:10 Quran Memorization Technique?

The 3:10 Quran memorization technique requires more time than typical methods. This technique begins with a focused reading session, where you immerse yourself in the lesson, utilizing vivid mental imagery to develop strong connections with the words. These are the steps to be followed in this method.

  • Reading the particular verse 10 times with proper Tajweed and by understanding the meaning.
  • Memorize the verse 3 times by looking at the verse.
  • Recalling the verse 3 times by closing the Mushaf.

These steps help to solidify your grasp on the verses and enhance your retention. Among various Quran memorization techniques, this approach has shown itself to be incredibly successful, regardless of whether your objective is to memorize a single verse, a page, or the entire Surah. The entire process of ten readings followed by three reviews must be repeated because even a small recitation error requires you to start over. This guarantees that every word is permanently imprinted in memory, ready for effortless recall under any circumstance.

How Does This Method Work?

Let’s take the example of Surah Ad-Duha from Juz Amma surahs.

وَٱلضُّحَىٰ ١ وَٱلَّيْلِ إِذَا سَجَىٰ ٢ مَا وَدَّعَكَ رَبُّكَ وَمَا قَلَىٰ ٣ وَلَلْـَٔاخِرَةُ خَيْرٌۭ لَّكَ مِنَ ٱلْأُولَىٰ ٤ وَلَسَوْفَ يُعْطِيكَ رَبُّكَ فَتَرْضَىٰٓ ٥ أَلَمْ يَجِدْكَ يَتِيمًۭا فَـَٔاوَىٰ ٦ وَوَجَدَكَ ضَآلًّۭا فَهَدَىٰ ٧ وَوَجَدَكَ عَآئِلًۭا فَأَغْنَىٰ ٨ فَأَمَّا ٱلْيَتِيمَ فَلَا تَقْهَرْ ٩ وَأَمَّا ٱلسَّآئِلَ فَلَا تَنْهَرْ ١٠ وَأَمَّا بِنِعْمَةِ رَبِّكَ فَحَدِّثْ ١١

To effectively memorize your Quran verses, follow this structured approach:

  1. Initial Reading: Start with the first two verses. Read each verse ten times while carefully looking at the text in your Mushaf. Divide your reading into two parts: focus on the first verse for 10 repetitions, then shift to the second verse for another 10 repetitions.
  2. Combined Recall: After individually reading each verse, read both verses together 10 times to reinforce your memory.
  3. Self-Assessment: Close your Mushaf and attempt to recall the verses from memory. Read them aloud three times to test your retention. If you notice any mistake, reopen your Mushaf and repeat the reading process.
  4. Continuing the Process: Move on to the next verses using the same method. Each new verse should be read with Tajweed 10 times before closing the Mushaf and recalling it three times.

This systematic process aims to enhance both your retention of the verses and your accuracy in Tajweed, allowing for more effective memorization.

Conclusion 

This memorization technique is highly effective for beginners who may require some time to learn and internalize the lessons. For those interested in enhancing their Quran memorization skills, enrolling in an online hifz program from Quran Grace can be beneficial. Applying this technique in conjunction with such a course can significantly improve your ability to memorize the Quran efficiently.