The QURAN Journal:: 365 Verses to Learn, Reflect upon, and Apply

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Tadabbur & Tafakkur is to look deeply at the meaning and profound messages behind the verse and to reflect upon it.

Amidst these uses for a journal, there is one that has been rarely talked about: the Quranic journal. What is the Quranic journal? Qari Is'Haaq is also a part-time Imam at the London Islamic Cultural Society and has authored three books: 365 Tips To Help You Memorise and Teach The Qur'an and most recently, My Quran Journal which has just been published just before Ramadan. If your intention is sincerely all three, Insha Allah (if Allah wills), you will benefit and learn from the experience and grow as a Muslim. 2. Remember, this is not a Tafseer During the month of Ramadan, Muslims typically complete the recitation of the whole Quran during tarawihprayers.My Quran Journal allows you to record these moments and connect more deeply with the Quran. It is a system of penning your reflections, appreciation and gratitude. Many of us tend to recite the Quran regularly but how often do we find the time to just truly slow down and reflect upon the words of Allah and what He is telling us? We undertook a Quran Journal survey in the early months of 2022. Within four weeks of pushing out this survey, we received an astonishing 170 responses! One of the questions we had asked within the survey was: ‘Have you ever owned a Quran Journal?’ and 88.2% of the respondents replied with no! Also, we undertook over 15 focus group interviews with a diverse range of audiences. Within these interviews, we had realised that there was so much demand for a Quran Journal. A lot of the participants mentioned how they wanted a book which helped them to connect more deeply with the Quran. Recite. Revise. Reflect. When I started Quran journaling, it opened my eyes to so many secrets of the Quran, unfolded some hidden layers and allowed me to dive deep into understanding the words of my creator. Through this meditative process, I was able to connect it to my personal life and whatever I was going through at the time.

Read and reflect on some verses. Are there any verses that speak louder to you than others? Any that can be applied to your life at this present moment? Highlight it (if you want to be more structured, you could have a color code as per the theme of the Ayah. This will be covered in more depth in a separate post) 3. Select the Ayah For many Muslims today, especially those who have not grown up in a Muslim country, the value of the Quran as the Word of Allah may not be as strongly entrenched. You don't have to write like Shakespeare. All you have to do is honestly look within and ask the relevant questions and record your feelings. You can simply start off the process with, "this verse reminds me of when..." or "this verse makes me think of....". 9. Avoid using names

It is very, very important to point out that your Quranic journal is NOT an official exegesis (Tafseer) of the Quran. It is simply a record of your thoughts at various moments while you read the Quran. Do not be discouraged by others work – this is something personal and everyone has their own unique style. We have a separate post on finding your Quran Journaling Layout style. There is no right or wrong method. What is important is that you keep the right mindset and benefit from this fulfilling and soul-cleansing habit. Why is My Quran Journal important? There are moments in your life where you may recite or listen to some verses of the Quran and within that special moment, it feels as if those verses were exactly what you wanted, or even needed, to hear or recite. If you're the type who loves stationery, invest in a notebook with a nice design and a smooth writing pen. 5. Set aside a specific time to read the Quran

Keeping a Quran journal is an excellent way to deepen your relationship with Allah and gain a better understanding of His word. By journaling, you can reflect on what you’ve read, explore new ideas, and keep a record of your spiritual growth. One of the most significant benefits of keeping a Quran journal is that it helps you develop a closer relationship with Allah. As you reflect on the passages you’ve read, you can reflect on Allah’s love, mercy, and kindness. You can also pray for guidance and understanding, allowing the Quran to reveal deeper truths to you. The Quran is a powerful and profound book that contains guidance, wisdom, and inspiration for all of humanity. A Quran journal is a tool for self-reflection, personal growth, and deepening our connection with Allah. By reflecting on Quranic verses and passages, we can gain insights and guidance that can help us navigate life’s challenges, and cultivate positive qualities and behaviours. As well as strengthen our faith and relationship with Allah. Quran journaling involves reading the Quran carefully. Reflecting on its meaning and context, and writing down our thoughts, insights, and reflections. It is a powerful tool for personal transformation and a means to draw closer to Allah.Remember that Quran journaling is a deeply personal and spiritual practice. Embrace imperfections in your artistic expressions and written reflections. Your journal is a sacred space for self-discovery, growth, and connecting with the divine. Qari Is'Haaq is the founder of the National Huffadh Association UK. He memorised the Qur'an aged 11 at the Quwwatul Islam Masjid in East London. He furthered his Qur'an studies in Egypt, Morocco and Jordan. Also, Qari Is'Haaq represented the UK in an international Qur'an competition held in Amman (Jordan) in 2012. Learning needs to happen on a regular basis. Establishing a schedule is probably the best way for you to really connect with the Quran. Just set aside a few minutes at a time when you know you won't be easily distracted. It could be in the early morning hours before everyone is up. It could be late at night when everyone is asleep. Or it could be in the late afternoon at a spot away from noise and other distractions. 6. Make sure you understand the right meaning of the verse Well! This was a full scale lesson for me! I am not religious in any way shape or form – but when I did our b ible journaling post, I thought it only fair to include our awesome Muslim bothers and sisters. Why? Because journaling is an unbiased setting to do amazing self reflection. So I had to add Quran journaling to our amazing list of spreads! So! What is the Qaran? And specifically what is Qaran Journaling? Lets have a look at some Quran journaling spreads. We will see the Quran as part of our daily life in this time. The lessons in it will not be lessons for people from centuries ago, irrelevant to us. Rather, they will be our lessons, regardless of whether we live in Karachi or Kansas. Some tips on keeping a Quranic journal 1. Ask yourself: why am I doing this?