Map the chapter first
- Read the full chapter.
- Write one short line about its main point.
- Mark each change in thought.
- Split each thought into small parts.
- Choose the first part to learn.
Grow the passage a little at a time
Learn one verse or one clear sentence. Then say it with the part before it. Each day, review the growing whole before you add more.
Practice the links
Many gaps happen between verses. Start at the last line of one verse and move into the first line of the next. Also start from the middle so the chapter does not depend on the first word.
How long will it take?
It depends on the chapter, your pace, and how exact you want to be. Do not rush to meet a made-up date. A small plan you keep is better than a large plan you leave.
Sources
How we make these guides
Remy makes Scripture-memory tools. We use complete World English Bible text and check these quotations against our bundled source. Meaning notes and practice tips are separate from the Bible text. Read the surrounding passage in your Bible, too.
Our exercises use recall and spaced review. A good practice today is a start; trying again on a later day shows what stayed. The sources below explain the method. Found a mistake? Tell us what needs fixing.
Common questions
What Bible chapter should I memorize first?
Pick a chapter you care about and understand. Psalm 23 is short. A longer chapter can work if you are ready for a longer plan.
Should I learn one verse each day?
That can work, but verse length is not even. Learn one clear part and keep reviewing the growing whole.
How do I stop gaps between verses?
Practice the last line of one verse with the first line of the next. Start from the middle too.