The methodology of muraja’ah of the qur’anic memorization at tahfiz education in Thailand and Osmani system in Turkiye : a comparative study

Abstract

This comparative study explores the muraja‘ah methodology in Qur'anic memorization between the Tahfiz education system in Thailand and the Osmani System in Turkiye. The primary aim is to compare these methods, identifying similarities, differences, strengths, and weaknesses, in order to propose strategies for improvement within its implementation. This qualitative research utilizes semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders, including Tahfiz instructors and students who have memorized all thirty Juz' of the Qur'an. The interviewees are selected from the Taḥfīẓ institutes of both countries, namely Daār al Aman Taḥfiẓ Institute in Thailand and Hayrat International Taḥfiẓ Institute in Turkiye. It examines several variables to discover the muraja‘ah methodology used including the pre-muraja‘ah phase for preparatory and memorization classes, the impact of the muraja'ah methods on the memorization of Taḥfīẓ students, students’ development activities, their daily/weekly routines, class management and challenges faced by the stakeholders. The study also includes observing the nutritional status of the meals prepared at these institutions, which is believed to directly and indirectly influence the quality of memorization and reviewing processes. The findings emphasize the need to strengthen and standardize the Muraja'ah systems to enhance stability and reliability in memorization, advocating the integration of strengths from both regions. The study concludes with practical recommendations to standardize practices, incorporate diverse methodological strengths, and address the holistic needs of students, ultimately supporting Ḥafiẓ students in achieving precise and lifelong Qur'anic memorization.