Islamic Studies & Tafseer

This course provides students with a foundational understanding of Islam alongside a deeper exploration of the Quran through Tafseer (exegesis). Learners will study the essentials of Islamic belief, worship, and character while engaging with selected Surahs and verses to understand their meanings, context, and lessons. The program emphasizes practical application of Islamic teachings in daily life and developing a reflective connection with the Quran.

1. Importance of Islamic Studies & Tafseer

  • Understanding Islam as a complete way of life.

  • Role of Tafseer in unlocking the meanings of the Quran.

  • Balancing knowledge (‘Ilm) with practice (‘Amal).

  • Why Tafseer is necessary beyond translation.

2. Foundations of Islamic Belief (‘Aqeedah)

  • Belief in Allah and His attributes.

  • Belief in angels, prophets, divine books, and the Hereafter.

  • Understanding Qadr (divine decree).

  • How Aqeedah shapes a Muslim’s worldview.

3. Essentials of Worship (‘Ibadah)

  • Meaning and purpose of worship.

  • Pillars of Islam: Salah, Sawm, Zakah, Hajj.

  • Spiritual significance of acts of worship.

  • Linking Quranic verses to daily practices.

4. Character & Morality (Akhlaq) in Islam

  • Importance of good character in Islam.

  • Quranic guidance on honesty, patience, humility, and justice.

  • Avoiding sins of the tongue, heart, and actions.

  • Role models: the Prophet ﷺ and the Sahabah.

5. Introduction to Tafseer

  • What is Tafseer and its methodology.

  • Difference between Tafseer and translation.

  • Overview of major Tafseer works (e.g., Tafseer Ibn Kathir, Jalalayn).

  • Importance of Asbab al-Nuzool (reasons of revelation).

6. Tafseer of Selected Surahs & Verses

  • Tafseer of short Surahs (Juz ‘Amma).

  • Key themes: Tawheed, worship, morality, Hereafter.

  • Contextual explanation of selected Ayahs.

  • Extracting practical lessons for daily life.

7. Quranic Themes & Lessons

  • Stories of Prophets in the Quran.

  • Quranic guidance on family, society, and justice.

  • Verses about patience, gratitude, and reliance on Allah.

  • Understanding Quranic warnings and promises.

8. Practical Application of Tafseer

  • Reflecting (Tadabbur) on Quranic verses.

  • Using Tafseer for guidance in daily challenges.

  • Strengthening faith and reliance on Allah.

  • Developing consistency in Quran reflection.

9. Review & Progress Evaluation

  • Quizzes on Aqeedah and Islamic rulings.

  • Short essays/reflections on Tafseer lessons.

  • Oral presentations of Surah lessons.

  • Final assessment: Tafseer of a selected Surah with explanation of key lessons.

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