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Introduction to Tajwiid

This course introduces students to the concept and significance of *Tajwiid* in Qur'an recitation. It acquaints learners with the major rules of *Tajwiid* and their application in Qur'an recitation. The course covers the definition, methods of application, and significance of *Tajwiid*, along with major rules such as *Nuunu 's-Saakinah*, *Tanwiin*, and *Miimu 's-Saakinah*. Students will learn about elongation, shortening, stops, and silent *Hamzah* to enhance their Qur'an recitation skills.

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90h
Study Time
13
Weeks
7h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
TajwiidQur'an recitationIslamic studiesArabic phoneticsReligious education

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Definition and significance of Tajwiid

2

Articulation of Quranic letters

3

Rules of Nuunu 's-Saakinah and Tanwiin

4

Rules of Miimu 's-Saakinah

5

Tafkhiim and Tarqiiq

6

Al-Maddu (Elongation)

7

Waqf (Stops)

8

Hamzatu 'l-Wasl (Silent Hamzah)

Total Topics8 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic knowledge of Arabic alphabet

Ability to read Arabic script

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Islamic Studies Scholar

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Concept, Significance and Preliminary Lessons of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 1: Definition and significance of Tajwiid

2 study hours
  • •Read the definition of Tajwiid and its significance.
  • •Understand the methods of applying Tajwiid rules.
  • •Reflect on the importance of Tajwiid in Qur'an recitation.
Week
2

Module 1: Concept, Significance and Preliminary Lessons of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 2: Articulation of the Letters of the Holy Qur'an

2 study hours
  • •Study the articulation points of the letters of the Holy Qur'an.
  • •Practice the correct pronunciation of each letter.
  • •Understand the manners of articulation and attributes of letters.
Week
3

Module 1: Concept, Significance and Preliminary Lessons of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 3: *Al* –*Ibtidaa'* (initiation)

2 study hours
  • •Learn the formula for *Isti'aadhah* and *Basmalah*.
  • •Understand the four states of *Isti'aadhah*.
  • •Apply the rules of *al*-*Isti'aadhah wa 'l-Basmalah* in recitation.
Week
4

Module 2: Some Major Rules Of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 1: *Nuunu 's-Saakinah wa 't- Tanwin* (Voweless *Nuun* and Nunation)

2 study hours
  • •Define *Nuunu 's-Saakinah* and *Tanwiin*.
  • •Study the rules of *'Izhaar* and its application.
  • •Identify the letters of *'Izhaar* and practice examples.
Week
5

Module 2: Some Major Rules Of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 2: *Al-Miim wa 'n*-*Nuunu 'l*-*Mushaddadataan* (The stressed *Miim* and *Nuun*

2 study hours
  • •Understand the rule of *'Idghaam* and its types.
  • •Learn the letters of *'Idghaam* and their application.
  • •Differentiate between nasalized and unnasalized assimilation.
Week
6

Module 2: Some Major Rules Of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 3: *Miimu 's-Saakinah* (Voweless *Mim*)

2 study hours
  • •Study the rule of *Miimu 's-Saakinah*.
  • •Understand labial assimilation, hiding, and manifestation.
  • •Apply the rules in Qur'an recitation.
Week
7

Module 2: Some Major Rules Of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 4: *Al*-*Laamaatu 's*-*Sawaakin* (Voweless *Lams*)

2 study hours
  • •Learn about the different types of voweless *Laams*.
  • •Understand the rules of *Tajwiid* governing *Laam* of particularization.
  • •Apply manifestation and assimilation rules.
Week
8

Module 2: Some Major Rules Of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 5: *Haa' of* Pronoun

2 study hours
  • •Study the rules governing *Haa'* of pronoun.
  • •Understand *As*-*Sillatu'l*-*Qasiirah* and *As*-*Sillatu' t*-*Tawiilah*.
  • •Apply the rules in Qur'an recitation.
Week
9

Module 3: Other Major Rules of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 1: *Tafkhiim* and *Tarqiiq*

2 study hours
  • •Explain *Tafkhiim* and *Tarqiiq*.
  • •Understand the conditions for heavy and soft pronunciation of *Laam* of *Lafzu'l-Jalaalah*.
  • •Apply these rules in recitation.
Week
10

Module 3: Other Major Rules of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 2: *Al*-*'Idghaam* (Assimilation)

2 study hours
  • •Define *'Idghaam* and its types.
  • •Understand *'Idghaamu'l-Mutamaathilayn*, *'Idghaamu'l*-*Mutajaanisayn*, and *'Idghaamu'l*-*Mutaqaaribayn*.
  • •Apply the rules in Qur'an recitation.
Week
11

Module 3: Other Major Rules of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 3: *Al*-*Maddu wa 'l-Qasr* (Elongation and Shortening

2 study hours
  • •Define *Madd* and its types.
  • •Understand basic and derived elongation.
  • •Apply the rules in Qur'an recitation.
Week
12

Module 3: Other Major Rules of *Tajwiid*

2h

Unit 5: *Hamzatu 'l*-*Wasl* (Silent *Hamzah*)

2 study hours
  • •Learn about *Hamzatu 'l*-*Wasl*.
  • •Understand the rules governing *Hamzatu 'l-Wasl* with *Fathah*, *Kasrah*, and *Dammah*.
  • •Apply the rules in Qur'an recitation.
Week
13

Module 3: Other Major Rules of *Tajwiid*

4h

Unit 4: *Waqf* (Stops)

2 study hours
  • •Define *Waqf* and its significance.
  • •Understand how and where to stop during recitation.
  • •Learn about punctuation marks and their indications.

Unit 6: Manners of *Tajwiid*

2 study hours
  • •Review manners of Tajwiid
  • •Understand quantity, frequency and time of reading
  • •Practice reading with a melodious voice

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all units, focusing on the definitions and applications of Tajwiid rules.

2

Practice reciting verses from the Qur'an, applying the rules learned in each unit.

3

Pay special attention to the rules of Nuunu 's-Saakinah, Tanwiin, and Miimu 's-Saakinah.

4

Memorize the letters of Izhaar, Idghaam, Iqlaab, and Ikhfaa, and practice identifying them in different verses.

5

Practice distinguishing between Tafkhiim and Tarqiiq in the pronunciation of Laam and Raa'.

6

Create flashcards for the different types of Madd (elongation) and their specific conditions.

7

Review the rules of Waqf (pauses) and practice stopping at appropriate places in the verses.

8

Study the rules of Hamzatu 'l-Wasl and practice initiating words with it correctly.

9

Listen to audio recordings of expert reciters and imitate their pronunciation and application of Tajwiid rules.

10

Solve all tutor-marked assignments and review the feedback provided by the tutor.

11

Focus on understanding the practical application of the rules rather than just memorizing them.

12

Allocate specific time slots for revision and practice each day leading up to the examination.

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