The easiest way to memorize Juz Amma is to start from the shortest surahs at the end of the Quran, learn a few verses a day, recite them in Salah, and revise everything memorized every day. Juz Amma is the 30th part of the Quran, with 37 surahs, many of them short.
Why start with Juz Amma?
- Short surahs give quick, motivating wins.
- They are the surahs most recited in daily prayer.
- They build the habits needed for full Hifz.
A simple method
- Start at the end: An-Nas, Al-Falaq, Al-Ikhlas, then work backwards towards An-Naba.
- Listen first: hear the surah several times from a clear reciter.
- Read it correctly: check pronunciation with your teacher before memorizing.
- Memorize verse by verse: repeat each verse, then join it with the previous ones.
- Recite in Salah: use the new surah in your prayers the same day.
- Revise daily: recite all previously memorized surahs every day.
How long does it take?
Children often memorize Juz Amma in several months to a year; adults with a few verses a day can finish in a few months.
Ready for structured memorization with a teacher? See our online Quran memorization classes, and read how to revise with sabaq, sabqi and manzil.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many surahs are in Juz Amma?
Juz Amma, the 30th Juz, contains 37 surahs, from An-Naba to An-Nas.
Which surah should I memorize first?
Most students start with the last surahs: An-Nas, Al-Falaq and Al-Ikhlas.
How long does it take a child to memorize Juz Amma?
Often several months to a year, depending on age and how often they practise.
