Tafsir and Tarbiyah Concepts (Exegesis and Educational/Moral Concepts)

The Fahm-e-Quran (Understanding the Quran) course at Al-Mahiroon lil-Tarbiyah wal-Ta’lim is a comprehensive program centered on translation, exegesis, and educational mentorship. Led by Qari Abdul Rehman Muhammadi, a graduate of Madinah University, the course aims to bridge the gap between divine revelation and daily conduct.

Course Objectives

• Translation Mastery: Students learn word-for-word literal meanings and the linguistic structure of Quranic sentences.

• Contextual Understanding: Gaining familiarity with the proper context and historical reasons for revelation (Shan-e-Nuzul).

• Spiritual Reform: Utilizing Quranic commands to rectify personal beliefs and daily actions.

• Reflective Study: Engaging in Tadabbur (contemplation) to uncover deeper wisdom within the verses.

• Practical Application: Making Quranic teachings an essential part of character building and practical life.

Course Outline

The curriculum is divided into three distinct phases:

1. Introduction & Principles: Covers the types of revelation (Wahi), history of Quranic compilation, and the difference between traditional and rational exegesis.

2. Detailed Study of Selected Surahs: Includes in-depth analysis of Surah Al-Fatiha (etiquette of supplication), Surah Al-Baqarah (pillars of faith), Surah Al-Hujurat (social ethics), and Surah Luqman (parenting principles).

3. Thematic Study: Explores lessons from the stories of the Prophets (Qasas al-Quran) and fundamental Shariah laws regarding daily life and inheritance.

Standard Lesson Structure

Each lesson follows a five-stage template to ensure holistic understanding:

• Linguistic Analysis: Solving difficult vocabulary within a verse.

• Fluent Translation: Providing a smooth, easy-to-understand translation.

• Contextual Background: Explaining the verse’s background and its connection to previous verses.

• Exegesis (Tafsir): Detailed explanation using authentic commentaries like Tafsir Ibn Kathir and Ahsan al-Bayan.

• Practical Tarbiyah: Identifying specific changes the verse should bring to the student’s life.