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My Ramadan Quran routine (How I’m keeping on track even when I want to procrastinate)

I have a confession to make.

When it comes to my Quran schedule this Ramadan, I’d love to tell you that I’m naturally disciplined… that I jump out of bed eager to revise and that I breeze through my reading effortlessly.

But the truth?

If I didn’t push myself, I’d probably procrastinate all day (even knowing that this is the month of the Quran…).

I’d much rather nap, relax, and tell myself, I’ll do it later.

But here’s the thing: if there was ever a time to push myself, it’s now.

It was narrated that angel Jibreel (AS) would review the Quran with the Prophet ﷺ every single night in Ramadan (Sahih Al-Bukhari).

Every. Single. Night.

Shaykh Ibn Katheer (RA) said with regards to this, “Ramadan was chosen out of all of the months for this review, because the beginning of the revelation occurred during this month. Hence it is recommended (mustahabb) to study the Quran and recite it repeatedly in Ramadan, and the leading scholars strove hard in reciting the Quran in this month.” (Tafseer Ibn Katheer  1/51)

So, knowing this… how could I let this month pass without increasing my connection to the Quran?

That’s why, with more than half of Ramadan gone, I’ve made a new commitment:

Instead of reading to my teacher twice a week, I’m now doing four times a week: Tuesday to Friday.

Even though I would much rather take it easy, I knew that if I didn’t hold myself accountable now - during this Most Blessed month… the month in which the Quran itself was revealed… then when would I ever?

My Ramadan Quran Routine

8:00 AM – Listening to Quran while my son eats breakfast

Instead of putting on regular TV, I play Quran in the background while I tidy up the kitchen and my son eats breakfast. Even when I’m busy, I’m still absorbing the recitation, occasionally stopping to ponder over the meaning of certain verses. It’s a small habit, but it makes a difference.

10:00 AM – Revising with my son (a.k.a. surviving the noise)

I try to fit in revision during the day, just before reading to my teacher at 11 AM. This is usually while my son is awake and before his nap. He’s next to me with his iPad at full volume, while I sit there - fingers in my ears to block out the noise - trying to focus. It’s far from peaceful, but I remind myself: at least he’s occupied, and I’m still getting some Quran in.

11:00 AM – Reading to my teacher (Tuesday to Friday)

This is my big push for Ramadan. Instead of my usual twice a week, I now read to my teacher four times a week. I knew that having a set person to read to would keep me accountable and push me to prioritise my revision during the day. More sessions with my teacher = more Quran revision and recitation.

5:30 PM – Quick revision before iftar

After preparing iftar, I’ll sometimes try to squeeze in a quick Quran session before Maghrib. It’s usually not long and often looks like me getting up and down between pages, juggling last-minute preparations.

Reciting in night prayers

I try to recite the Surah I’m revising off by heart in my night prayers, even if it’s just two rak'aa’aat. Alhamdulillah, I’ve recently finished reading Surat Al-Anfal to my teacher with no mistakes and two hesitations! 🥹 

It’s not perfect… but it’s something

I’d love to say I have a perfectly structured Ramadan Quran routine, but in reality it’s a bit all over the place.

But that’s okay.

Because the goal isn’t perfection: it’s consistency.

Especially during this month, it’s about making time for the Quran, no matter how messy or unpredictable life gets.

Allah ﷻ says:

"O mankind, there has come to you an instruction from your Lord, a healing for what is in the hearts, and guidance and mercy for the believers. Say, ‘In the bounty of Allah and in His mercy – in that let them rejoice; it is better than what they accumulate.’" (Surah Yunus: 57-58)

This is the month of the Quran. The month of mercy. The month where we reset our relationship with the Words of Allah ﷻ.

And what better way to show gratitude for His mercy than by tying ourselves to His Words, especially in the month They were revealed in?

Why I’ve been quiet on social media

Because one reel leads to another… and suddenly, an hour is gone.

I’ve committed to deleting the app off my phone.

This month is too precious to waste.

If you’re feeling discouraged because you’re not reading or doing enough, don’t be. The most rewarding part of Ramadan is yet to arrive.

It was narrated that when the last ten nights of Ramadan arrived, the Prophet ﷺ would dedicate himself to worship, stay awake at night, and wake his family (Bukhari 2024, Muslim 1174).

Take a moment to refocus and prioritise your worship in these final days.

May Allah accept from us all. 🌻

في أمان الله
Maryam

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p.s. what about you? How’s your Quran routine going this Ramadan? Have you made any changes, big or small, that have helped you stay consistent? Hit reply; I read every single email! :-)

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