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Advanced Quranic Studies

This course, Advanced Qur'anic Studies, provides Master students with a comprehensive understanding of the Qur'an's characteristic features, form, contents, and significance as a scripture. It explores the revelation as the source of the Qur'an, the development of qira'at, and the Qur'an's suitability to human nature. The course also highlights the Qur'an's role as a basic source of Sharī'ah and its uniqueness in establishing a good society.

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156h

Study Time

13

Weeks

12h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Qur'anIslamic StudiesSharī'ahRevelationQira'at

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Names and Attributes of the Qur'an

2

Revelation and Preservation of the Qur'an

3

Compilation and Standardization

4

Makkan and Madinan Classifications

5

Literary Styles and Forms

6

Science of Qira'at

7

Qur'an as Source of Sharī'ah

8

Qur'anic Ethics and Morality

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Characteristics and Features of the Quran

2h

Unit 1: Names of the Qur'an

2 study hours

•Read the introduction to understand the importance of the names of the Qur'an.
•Study the meanings of 'Qur'an', 'Al-Kitab', and 'Al-Furqan'.
•Reflect on the spiritual significance of these names for Muslims.

Week

2

Module 1: Characteristics and Features of the Quran

2h

Unit 1: Names of the Qur'an

2 study hours

•Examine the concepts of 'Al-Hudah', 'Al-Tanzil', and 'Al-Hukm'.
•Analyze how these names reflect the Qur'an's role in guiding and judging humanity.
•Discuss the implications of these names for believers.

Week

3

Module 1: Characteristics and Features of the Quran

2h

Unit 2: Revelation and Preservation of the Qur'an

2 study hours

•Understand the significance of the first revelation and its impact on Muslims.
•Study the methods and materials used for preserving the Qur'an.
•Discuss the roles of Prophet Muhammad's companions in preserving the Qur'an.

Week

4

Module 1: Characteristics and Features of the Quran

2h

Unit 2: Revelation and Preservation of the Qur'an

2 study hours

•Examine the reasons for the preservation of the Qur'an.
•Analyze the mode of preservation during the Prophet's lifetime and the period of the companions.
•Identify the objects used for recording the Qur'an.

Week

5

Module 1: Characteristics and Features of the Quran

2h

Unit 3: Unification of the Quranic Versions

2 study hours

•Discuss the first attempt at compiling the Qur'an by Abubakr.
•Study the Uthman's Collection and its significance.
•Analyze the harmonization of the verses and its impact on standardization.

Week

6

Module 1: Characteristics and Features of the Quran

2h

Unit 4: The Manuscripts of the Qur'an

2 study hours

•Identify the various scripts of the Qur'an and their developments.
•Discuss the peculiarities of manuscripts like the Damascus, Madinah, Samarkand, and Egyptian manuscripts.
•Appreciate the stages of writing the Qur'an before modern technology.

Week

7

Module 2: Form and Contents of the Quran

2h

Unit 1: The Makkan and Madinan Suwar

2 study hours

•Identify the characteristics of the Makkan and Madinah Suwar.
•Recognize the features of both Makkan and Madinah Suwar.
•Discuss the content of both the Makkan and Madinah Suwar.

Week

8

Module 2: Form and Contents of the Quran

2h

Unit 2: Divisions of the Qur'an

2 study hours

•Discuss the various divisions of the Qur'an, including Surah, Ayah, Juz'un, and Hizb.
•Identify some signs and strokes of the Qur'an.
•Use the various divisions to understand the Qur'an better.

Week

9

Module 2: Form and Contents of the Quran

2h

Unit 3: Literary Forms and Style of the Qur'an

2 study hours

•Explain why the Qur'an is not poetry.
•Discuss the place of stories in understanding the Qur'an.
•Examine the similes and parables in the Qur'an.

Week

10

Module 2: Form and Contents of the Quran

2h

Unit 4: The development of science of qiraah

2 study hours

•Trace the origin of Ilmu 'l-Qiraat.
•Highlight the stages through which Ilmu 'l-Qiraat passed.
•Discuss the inter-relationship between qiraat and tajwid.

Week

11

Module 2: Form and Contents of the Quran

2h

Unit 5: Meaning, Kinds and Conditions Governing Authenticity of Qiraat

2 study hours

•Define qiraah and riwayah.
•Discuss various kinds of qiraat.
•State the yardstick for the validation or rejection of qiraah.

Week

12

Module 3: The Significance of the Quran

6h

Unit 1: Quran as the Primary Source of Sharī 'ah

3 study hours

•Give a general classification of the contents of the Glorious Qur'an.
•Expatiate upon the significance of the Qur'an as the first primary source of Sharī'ah.
•Understand the list of some of the Legal Injunctions of the Holy Qur'an.
•Study the Quranic Principles on Unity, Equality and Peaceful Co-existence of Mankind

Unit 5: Quranic Principles on Unity, Equality and Peaceful Co-existence of Mankind

3 study hours

•Understand the list of some of the Legal Injunctions of the Holy Qur'an.
•Study the Quranic Principles on Unity, Equality and Peaceful Co-existence of Mankind

Week

13

Module 3: The Significance of the Quran

6h

Unit 2: The Essence and Message of the Qur'an

3 study hours

•Discuss the essence and message of the Qur'an.
•Explain the Qur'anic injunctions which serve as a basis for today's scientific discoveries.
•Release and evaluate the rich content of the Qur'an as a book for every generation.

Unit 3: Views of non-Muslims About the Qur'an

3 study hours

•Appreciate the divine origin of the Qur'an.
•Explain to a non-Muslim the authenticity of the Qur'an both in content and in context.
•Discuss through the life of the Prophet that the message he brought was to the whole world.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a detailed timeline of the Qur'an's revelation and compilation, focusing on key events and figures from Units 2 and 3.

2

Develop flashcards for key terms related to Qira'at and Tajwid from Units 4 and 5, including definitions and examples.

3

Practice analyzing Qur'anic verses related to legal injunctions (Unit 1 of Module 3), identifying the specific rulings and their underlying principles.

4

Compare and contrast the characteristics of Makkan and Madinan Surahs (Unit 1 of Module 2), noting differences in themes and styles.

5

Review the Qur'anic perspectives on previous prophets and scriptures (Unit 3 of Module 3), focusing on points of agreement and difference.

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