How do you memorize bible verses?

[Tappanga]

I've asked this question before, but it was years ago and I can't find the thread. I'm trying to memorize a long one (the one in my signature) and I would like your tips on memorizing bible verses.

Thanks!

 

[filosofer]

Howdy. I have found that memorizing in groups of 3 (or close is ideal). I have been teaching this method since 1978 and everyone seems to do well.

Go through the verse 3 times, and add 3-4 words after each third time. Always include the reference

John 3:16
John 3:16
John 3:16

John 3:16 for God so
John 3:16 for God so
John 3:16 for God so

John 3:16 for God so loved the world
John 3:16 for God so loved the world
John 3:16 for God so loved the world

etc.

Then do that three times a day (morning, midday, evening). On the third day, you can just say the entire verse. You can actually start memorizing a second verse after three days, reviewing the first (three times), and adding the second according to the process above.

After six weeks you will have it memorized for life, with only an occasional refresher (about ever six weeks).

Blessings on your memorization.

 

[Tappanga]

Howdy. I have found that memorizing in groups of 3 (or close is ideal). I have been teaching this method since 1978 and everyone seems to do well.

Go through the verse 3 times, and add 3-4 words after each third time. Always include the reference

John 3:16
John 3:16
John 3:16

John 3:16 for God so
John 3:16 for God so
John 3:16 for God so

John 3:16 for God so loved the world
John 3:16 for God so loved the world
John 3:16 for God so loved the world

etc.

Then do that three times a day (morning, midday, evening). On the third day, you can just say the entire verse. You can actually start memorizing a second verse after three days, reviewing the first (three times), and adding the second according to the process above.

After six weeks you will have it memorized for life, with only an occasional refresher (about ever six weeks).

Blessings on your memorization.

Wonderful! I'll give it a shot. Thanks!

 

[Gal328]

I've asked this question before, but it was years ago and I can't find the thread. I'm trying to memorize a long one (the one in my signature) and I would like your tips on memorizing bible verses.

Thanks!

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[RyanCollins]

I like writing the verse out on an index card (which these are not very expensive) and place that index card where you are at the most. For example, if you drive alot, by your speedometer, for me it's reading so I use it as a bookmark. Everytime I open the book I'm reading, I read through the verse, and everytime I place the bookmark, I read through the verse. It's helpful in my eyes.

 

[tel0004]

I like that index card idea, I wouldnt mind have a few more memorized

 

[RyanCollins]

I know the index card has worked for alot of people, but everyone brain has different ways of memorizing. This method won't work for everyone.

 

[Tappanga]

Ryan,

Thanks for the index card idea. I already sort of do that. I write them on my bathroom mirror and read them aloud every time I find myself in front of the bathroom mirror. I'll give the cards a shot as well.

Thanks again!