Principles of Understanding the Qur'an

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A course that empowers you to uncover the profound meanings embedded in the verses of the Qur'an

Who are We?

Javed Ahmed Ghamidi is a Pakistani Muslim theologian, a Quran scholar, and an educationist. Al-Mawrid U.S. was established in 2014 in order to expand the reach of his effort. In 2019, Al-Mawrid U.S. took on the initiative of establishing the Ghamidi Center of Islamic Learning in Dallas, Texas as a formal educational institute.

Since its inception, Al-Mawrid’s aim has been to conduct research, educate people, and disseminate Islam based purely on Quran and sunnah, freeing it from external influences that have gradually clouded the religious thought of Muslims over the last 14 centuries.

About this Course

Principles of Understanding the Qur’ān is a comprehensive course designed to unlock the timeless wisdom, linguistic beauty, and thematic unity of the Qur’ān.

Spanning 13 modules, it delves into foundational principles, exploring key concepts such as the coherence of its discourse, the context of revelation, and the distinction between Muhkam and Mutashābih verses. This journey equips learners with tools to appreciate its classical Arabic, decode its unique style, and grasp its divine intentionality, fostering both intellectual and spiritual enrichment.

Recommended Background

No background knowledge or skills are necessary, but an understanding and familiarity of Islam would be advantageous for anyone who participates in the course.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Dr Shehzad Saleem, the instructor of the course, created the course content and recorded videos on it. He was duly assisted by Faraz Ahmad who designed and simulated the course.