daurahs
SHORT ISLAMIC COURSES
Q&A with your Teachers
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1 Year Content Access
The Daurah lessons for the new semester begin on the 17th of January 2025. One video will be uploaded weekly according to the academic calendar. However, even after the semester ends, you still have access to the content until July 2026, totaling up to more than a year of access!
Choose between a Variety of Courses
For this January to June 2025 semester, we are opening up many different courses. You may choose to enroll in one or more of these courses, depending on your needs.
Do consider also the timing you have on your hands, as following through ONE COURSE with consistence is better than enrolling for many but not managing to follow through.
May Allah ease!
Read more about each course below.
TIP: Which Course(s) Should I Take?
While the Afaq short courses are categorised into 4 levels of depths – each with a different level of suitability – it is not an obligatory linear progress. i.e. You don’t have to “finish” Depth 1 courses to go to Depth 2 and so on.
Rather, use these Depth levels as a yardstick of measurement in respect to what you already know, and what you are seeking to understand.
Introduction to Islamic Sciences
This is an introductory course for sisters who are planning to embark on the journey of deepening their knowledge in the Islamic Sciences. The course will cover a few different areas of Islamic Knowledge briefly, such that students will get an overview of what each area of knowledge covers, and help facilitate their choice of module in the next step of their journey.
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| Duration of Entire Course | One module |
| Cost | SGD30 for the whole module |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 14 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Information on slides |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the module, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Singapore. |
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| Lesson 1-3: | Aqeedah by Ustadha Mardhiyah |
| Lesson 4-6: | Fiqh by Ustadha Farhana Munshi |
| Lesson 7-8: | Tafseer by Ustadha Mardhiyah |
| Lesson 9-10: | Seerah by Ustadha Farhana Munshi |
| Lesson 11-12: | Hadith by Ustadha Mardhiyah |
| Lesson 13-14: | Akhlaq by Ustadha Farhana Munshi |
TAZKIAH & akhlaq (Purification of the heart & manners) (MODULE 1)
As Muslims, in addition to the purification of our physical self, we are also enjoined to work towards purifying our hearts and manners (both towards the Creator and His creation). Join us as we delve into a text written and abridged by great men of Allah who have thread on and experienced the path to achieving Tazkiah and Akhlaq. Get ready to discover gems and jewels!
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 15/16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Mukhtasar Minhajul Qasidin by Ibn Qudamah Al-Maqdisi |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| This module will cover the first three sections of the textbook, namely: | |
| Worship: | -Knowledge -Purification & Solah -Zakah, Siyam, Hajj -The Glorious Quran -Dhikr & Doa |
| Customs: | -Serving Food and Hospitality -Marriage -Earning Livelihood and Sustenence -The Lawful & The Prohibited -Friendship & Brotherhood -Morals of Travelling -Commanding the right and Forbidding the Wrong -Manners of the Prophet |
| Destructive Vices | -Within the heart, spiritual exercise for the soul -The Eating, Drinking & Sexual Appetite -The Flaws Pertaining to the Tongue -Anger, Malevolence & Envy -Jah & Riya’ ; Analysis & Remedy -Pride, Arrogance & Self-Admiration -Ghurur |
Fiqh (Module 1)
Carry out your worship based on knowledge. This course will cover the rulings concerning the main pillars of Islam in detail. Purification and Solat will be covered in the first module.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Fiqhul Ibadat by Hajjah Durriyyah (Students will use the English translation of the book |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1: Introduction to Fiqh | • Definition of Fiqh • Importance of Fiqh • Purpose of Fiqh |
| Lesson 2 to 7: Purification | • Types of Water • Usage of Gold and Silver Utensils • Siwak • Going to the Bathroom • Istinja’ • Wudu’ (Ablution) • Wiping over the Khuff (Shoes) • Ghusl (Bathing) • Tayamum • Najasa (Filth) • Menstruation, Post-Natal Bleeding, Istihada |
| Lesson 8 to 12: Prayer Part 1 | • Definition of Prayer • The Timings of Prayer • The Conditions Obligating Prayer • The Azan (Call to prayer) and Iqama (Call to commence) • The Pillars of Prayer • The Sunnas of Prayer • What is Makrooh in Prayer • What Invalidates the Prayer |
| Lesson 13 to 16: Prayer Part 2 | • The Sunna Prayers • The Congregational Prayers (Jama’ah) • The Friday Prayer • The Prayer of the Traveller • The Fear Prayer |
Fiqh (Module 2)
Carry out your worship based on knowledge. This course will cover the rulings concerning the main pillars of Islam in detail. Zakat, Fasting and Hajj will be covered in the second module.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Fiqhul Ibadat by Hajjah Durriyyah (Students will use the English translation of the book) |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended Fiqh Module 1 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lessons 1-3: Fasting and I’tikaf | • Definition of fasting and types of fasting to the conditions of a valid fast • Things that are recommended in fasting to Fidya • Recommended, makrooh and forbidden fasting to end of I’tikaf |
| Lessons 4-8: Zakat | • The meaning of Zakat to the conditions obligating Zakat • of Livestock and grain and fruit • of Money and Trade goods • Eid Al Fitr and Paying Zakat • Paying Zakat and Voluntary Charity |
| Lessons 9-16: Hajj | • Meaning of Hajj to conditions of the delegate • Pillars of Hajj and Umrah • Obligatory acts of Hajj and Umrah • Sunnahs of Hajj and Umrah • Release from Ihram to release from ihram for someone detained • Missing Hajj to Uddhia |
syamail muhammadiyah (Module 1)
Immerse yourself in the beautiful characteristics and character of the beloved of Allah swt, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Get to know him and prepare to fall in love with the most perfect of creation, the most beloved, and the most loving.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 15 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | MUHAMMAD, HIS CHARACTER AND BEAUTY (WASA’IL AL-WUSUL ILA SHAMA’IL AL-RASUL) by Shaykh Yusuf Nabahani, translated by Abdul Aziz Suraqah |
| Pre-requisites | Hopes to get to know and love the Prophet ﷺ |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the course, students who passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| The topics which will be shared this semester are: | • Introduction to Shama’il
• The Prophet’s Lineage and Noble Names ﷺ • The Prophet’s Perfect and beautiful Physical descriptions ﷺ • The Prophet’s Form ﷺ • The Prophet’s Vision and Antimony ﷺ • The Prophet’s Hair ﷺ • The Prophet’s sweat and natural scent ﷺ • The Prophet’s Perfume ﷺ • The Prophet’s Voice ﷺ • The Prophet’s Anger ﷺ • The Prophet’s Laughter, Weeping and Sneezing ﷺ • The Prophet’s Speech ﷺ • The Prophet’s Strength ﷺ • The Prophet’s Clothing, Bedding and Ring |
syamail muhammadiyah (Module 2)
Immerse yourself in the beautiful characteristics and character of the beloved of Allah swt, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Get to know him and prepare to fall in love with the most perfect of creation, the most beloved, and the most loving.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 15 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | MUHAMMAD, HIS CHARACTER AND BEAUTY (WASA’IL AL-WUSUL ILA SHAMA’IL AL-RASUL) by Shaykh Yusuf Nabahani, translated by Abdul Aziz Suraqah |
| Pre-requisites | Hopes to get to know and love the Prophet ﷺ, and has attended Syamail Module 1 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the course, students who passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| The topics which will be shared this semester are: | • The Prophet’s Sandals and Leather Socks ﷺ • The Prophet’s Weapons ﷺ • The Prophet’s Lifestyle ﷺ • The Prophet’s Eating, Drinking and Sleeping ﷺ • The Character of the Prophet ﷺ • The Prophet’s Companionship with His Wives ﷺ • The Prophet’s Trustworthiness and Truthfulness ﷺ • The Prophet’s Shyness and Joking ﷺ • The Prophet’s Humility ﷺ • The Prophet’s Generosity and Bravery ﷺ • The Prophet’s Worship and Prayer ﷺ • The Prophet’s Fasting ﷺ • The Prophet’s Recitation ﷺ |
40 HADITH OF IMAM AN-NAWAWI (Module 1)
The 40 Hadith of Imam an-Nawawi is book which is extremely well-known in the Muslim world such that is needless of any introduction. It has gained unanimous acceptance in all parts of the world and is often used in classes, lectures and sermons. It contains Hadiths concerning the main concepts, beliefs and teachings of the religion, making it a suitable book to be learnt by the one who yearns to get a wholesome understanding of Islam.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | : Treasury of Hadith: A Commentary on Nawawi’s Selection of Prophetic Traditions |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| This Module will cover the first 20 Hadith found in the book. | |
| Among the themes of these Hadith are: | • The pillars of the religion • Consuming what is Halal (permissible) • Leaving that which is non-beneficial for a Muslim • The sanctity of a Muslim • The prohibition of anger • The etiquettes of Islam • The perfection of Iman (faith) And many more….. |
40 Hadith of Imam an-Nawawi (Module 2)
The 40 Hadith of Imam an-Nawawi is book which is extremely well-known in the Muslim world such that is needless of any introduction. It has gained unanimous acceptance in all parts of the world and is often used in classes, lectures and sermons. It contains Hadiths concerning the main concepts, beliefs and teachings of the religion, making it a suitable book to be learnt by the one who yearns to get a wholesome understanding of Islam.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Treasury of Hadith: A Commentary on Nawawi’s Selection of Prophetic Traditions |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended 40 Hadiths of Imam An-Nawawi Module 1 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| This Module will cover the second half of the book (22 Hadith) found in the book. | |
| Among the themes of these Hadith are: | - Desirable traits of a Muslim such as Zuhud, Istiqamah, Shyness and Racing to do Good - The path to Paradise - The rights of Allah - Holding on to the Sunnah - Brotherhood in Islam - Regarding transgression and hurting others - Regarding the life in this world - The Goodness, Mercy and Forgiveness of Allah - And many more….. |
Seerah (Module 1)
Every day in the life of our beloved Prophet ﷺ is like a blooming flower. Discover more about his life to increase our love for him ﷺ . This course will cover the life of the Prophet ﷺ and its happenings. Some lessons which can be derived will also be shared.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Four Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | A Compendium of the Sources on The Prophetic Narrative Abridged |
| Pre-requisites | Passionate to learn more about the life of our Beloved Prophet (saw). |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the four modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 4: Introduction to Sirah | • The importance of studying Sirah • The sources from which Sirah is obtained • The Arabian Peninsula before Islam |
| Lesson 5 to 7: From Birth until before Prophethood | • The lineage of the Prophet (pbuh) • The Prophet’s life before Prophethood • The forms of protection given by Allah to the Prophet before Prophethood |
| Lesson 8 to 11: The Beginning Period of Prophethood | • The first Revelation • The early Muslims • The stages in the Da’wah (Call to Islam) • The pain and torture which the Muslims were subjected to |
| Lesson 12 to 16: From the First Migration to Habsyah until before the Migration to Madinah | • The first and second migrations to Habsyah • The boycott on Bani Hasyim • The Da’wah at Taif • Isra’ and Mi’raj • The first and second Pledges of Allegiance of ‘Aqabah |
Seerah (Module 2)
Every day in the life of our beloved Prophet ﷺ is like a blooming flower. Discover more about his life to increase our love for him ﷺ . This course will cover the life of the Prophet ﷺ and its happenings. Some lessons which can be derived will also be shared.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Four Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | A Compendium of the Sources on The Prophetic Narrative Abridged |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended Seerah Module 1 |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the four modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 4: The Hijrah (Migration) to Madinah | • The Hijrah of the Sahabahs and the difficulties faced • The Hijrah of the Prophet (pbuh) • The stopover in Quba’ • The joyful welcome from the people of Madinah |
| Lesson 5 to 7: The First Year of Hijrah | • The life of the Prophet (pbuh) in Madinah • Setting up the new community in Madinah • The enmity faced from the Jews of Madinah • The attitude of the Musyrikun in Madinah towards the Prophet (pbuh) |
| Lesson 9 to 12: The Second Year of Hijrah | • The enjoining of Fasting and Zakat • The Battle of Badr • The emergence of the Munafiqun in Madinah |
| Lesson 13 to 16: The Third Year of Hijrah | • The Battle of Uhud |
Seerah (Module 3)
Every day in the life of our beloved Prophet ﷺ is like a blooming flower. Discover more about his life to increase our love for him ﷺ . This course will cover the life of the Prophet ﷺ and its happenings. Some lessons which can be derived will also be shared.
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| Duration of Entire Programme | Four Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 3 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per module | 15 / 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | A Compendium of the Sources on The Prophetic Narrative Abridged |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended Seerah Module 1 and Module 2 |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the four modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 4: The Fourth Year of Hijra | -The Incident of Bi’r Ma’una -The Ghazwa of Bani al-Nadir -The Ghazwa of Dhat al Riqa’ |
| Lesson 5 to 11: The Fifth Year of Hijra | -The Ghazwa of Bani al-Mustaliq -The Ghazwa of Khandaq -The Ghazwa of Bani Qurayza |
| Lesson 12 to 14: The Sixth Year of Hijra | -Sariyas and Ghazwas between Khandaq and Hudaibiyya -The Hudaibiyya Peace Treaty |
Seerah (Module 4)
Every day in the life of our beloved Prophet ﷺ is like a blooming flower. Discover more about his life to increase our love for him ﷺ . This course will cover the life of the Prophet ﷺ and its happenings. Some lessons which can be derived will also be shared.
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| Duration of Entire Programme | Four Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 3 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per module | 15 / 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | A Compendium of the Sources on The Prophetic Narrative Abridged |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended Seerah Module 1 and Module 2 |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the four modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 6: The Seventh Year of Hijra | -The Prophet's Letters to the Kings and Rulers -The Ghazwa of Khaybar -Umratul Qadha' |
| Lesson 7 to 13: The Eighth Year of Hijra | -Ghazwa Mu'ta -Fath Mecca -Ghazwa Hunayn -Ghazwa Ta'if |
| Lesson 14 to 16: The Ninth Year of Hijra | -Ghazwa Tabuk -The Succession of Delegations |
Tafseer Juz 30 (Module 1)
Realize the beauty of Al-Quran and the great blessings bestowed upon us through its revelation. Internalize the meanings found in every single word! This module will cover extensively the Tafseer (Exegesis) of the last Juz (part) of the Holy Quran.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two modules for each Chapter (Juz) of the Qur'an |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | At-Tafsirul Wajiz by Syeikh Dr Wahbah Az-Zuhaili (Students will use the translated text) |
| Pre-requisites | Able to read Arabic letters |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Surahs to be covered | Half of Juz 30 (chapter 30) of the Quran will be covered |
| The gems and jewels which will be shared are: | • The reasons for revelation of the Surahs or verses (when available) • The beauty of the words used • The general meaning of the verses • The opinions of scholars concerning some of the content which need further explanation • The applicability of the verses to our lives |
| The Surahs which will be covered are: | • Surah An-Naba’ • Surah An-Nazi’aat • Surah ‘Abasa • Surah At-Takweer • Surah Al-Infithor • Surah Al-Muthoffifin • Surah Al-Inshiqaq • Surah Al-Buruuj • Surah Ath-Thoriq • Surah Al-A’laa |
Tafseer Juz 30 (Module 2)
Realize the beauty of Al-Quran and the great blessings bestowed upon us through its revelation. Internalize the meanings found in every single word! This module will cover extensively the Tafseer (Exegesis) of the last Juz (part) of the Holy Quran.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two modules for each Chapter (Juz) of the Qur'an |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | At-Tafsirul Wajiz by Syeikh Dr Wahbah Az-Zuhaili (Students will use the translated text) |
| Pre-requisites | Able to read Arabic letters and must have attended Module 1 of Tafseer Juz 30. |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Surahs to be covered | The second half of Juz 30 (chapter 30) of the Quran will be covered |
| The gems and jewels which will be shared are: | • The reasons for revelation of the Surahs or verses (when available) • The beauty of the words used • The general meaning of the verses • The opinions of scholars concerning some of the content which need further explanation • The applicability of the verses to our lives |
| The Surahs which will be covered are: | Surah Al-A’laa (Surah number 87) to Surah An-Nas (Surah number 114 ) |
Tafseer juz 29 (Module 1)
Realize the beauty of Al-Quran and the great blessings bestowed upon us through its revelation. Internalize the meanings found in every single word! This module will cover extensively the Tafseer (Exegesis) of the second last Juz (part) of the Holy Quran.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two modules for each Chapter (Juz) of the Qur'an |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 3 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | At-Tafsirul Wajiz by Syeikh Dr Wahbah Az-Zuhaili (Students will use the translated text) |
| Pre-requisites | Able to read Arabic letters and must have attended Module 1 and Module 2 of Tafseer Juz 30. |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Surahs to be covered | The first half of Juz 29 (chapter 29) of the Quran will be covered |
| The gems and jewels which will be shared are: | • The reasons for revelation of the Surahs or verses (when available) • The beauty of the words used • The general meaning of the verses • The opinions of scholars concerning some of the content which need further explanation • The applicability of the verses to our lives |
| The Surahs which will be covered are: | - Surah Al-Mulk - Surah Al-Qalam - Surah Al-Haaqqah - Surah Al-Ma’arij - Surah Nuh |
TAFSEER juz 29 (mODULE 2)
Realize the beauty of Al-Quran and the great blessings bestowed upon us through its revelation. Internalize the meanings found in every single word! This module will cover extensively the Tafseer (Exegesis) of the second part of Juz 29 of the Holy Quran.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules for every Juz (chapter) of the Quran |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 4 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended Tafseer Juz 29 Module 3; Able to read Arabic letters |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of each semester. Students have the choice to not sit for it However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules of Tafseer Juz 29, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Surahs to be covered | The second half of Juz 29 (chapter 29) of the Quran will be covered. |
| The gems and jewels which will be shared are: | The reasons for revelation of the Surahs or verses (when available) The beauty of the words used The general meaning of the verses The opinions of scholars concerning some of the content which need further explanation The applicability of the verses to our lives |
| The Surahs which will be covered are: | Surah Al-Jinn Surah Al-Muzzammil Surah Al-Muddaththir Surah Al-Qiyamah Surah Al-Insan Suran Al-Mursalat |
Tarajim as-sahabah (Module 1)
The preservation of the Muslim Ummah is the result of the companions’ following and adherence to their religion. Learn more about 30 of the noble Companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – how they were moulded and shaped by the Prophet to be the best of people!
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Stars in the Prophet’s Orbit by Asma’ Thobba’ |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| The stories of the following Sahabah Radhiyallahu ‘anhum will be told in detail, including the life-lessons which can be learnt: |
| • As-Sayyidah Khadija Binti Khuwailid • Zainab Binti Muhammad • Zaid Bin Haritha • Sa’d Bin Abi Waqqas • Abu Ubaida Bin Al-Jarrah • Abd Al-Rahman Bin Awf • Abdullah Bin Mas’ud • Bilal Bin Rabah • Ja’far Bin Abi Talib • Umm Salama • Mus’ab Bin Umair • Fatima Binti Muhammad • Usama Bin Zaid • Khalid Bin Al-Walid • Al-Tufail Bin ‘Amr Al-Dawsi • Abu Huraira • Safiyya Binti Huyayy • Ikrima Bin Abi Jahl • Al-Khansa’ • Hudhaifa Bin Al-Yaman • Ubada Bin Al-Samit • Usaid Bin Hudair • Sa’d Bin Mu’adh • Mu’adh Bin Jabal • Umm Sulaim Bint Milhan • Asma’ Binti Yazid • Salman Al-Farisi • Anas Bin Malik •Zaid Bin Thabit • Abu Al-Darda’ |
AQEEDAH (MODULE 1)
It is known that man’s actions branch out from his imagination, and thus man’s actions only follow the image of life and the universe that he has formed in his mind. Join us as we go through the pillars of faith and try to understand why we believe in what we believe in as Muslims via going through a text written by one of the greatest scholars of our time, Syeikh Md Sa’id Ramadhan Al-Buti Rahimahullah.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 15 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | The Greatest Universal Sureties (The Creator’s Existence and the Creature’s Function) by Dr Imam Muhammad Sa’id Ramadhan Al-Buti |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| First Part | A brief introduction to Aqeedah as a whole |
| Second Part | the methods for researching truth, the need for sound creed and the position of creed in relation to the entire Islamic structure will be covered, as a foreword before going deeper into Aqeedah. |
| Third Part | the important topic of Divinity will be discussed. This topic, being the essence of the Islamic creed, will be covered extensively till the end of the module, insyaAllah. |
| Notes | The module will cover the first half of the text used and will keep closely to it. |
Riyadhus Solihin
(Module 1)
The sayings of the Prophet ﷺ are full of wisdom and lessons. Immerse yourselves in the beauty as you take a stroll through the gardens of his words and actions to get to know more and thus emulate him. This 6-module course will cover the entire Riyadhus Solihin, an amazing book of Hadith classified into topics concerning the desired attributes and character of a Muslim.
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| Duration of Entire Programme | Six Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 18 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Riyadhus Solihin by Imam An-Nawawi (Students will use the English translation of the book. Notes in English containing lessons from Riyadhus Solihin will also be provided) |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the six modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 18 | • Ikhlas (Sincerity) • Tawbah (Repentance) • Sabr (Steadfastness/Patience) • Sidq (Truthfulness) • Muraqabah (Watchfulness) • Taqwa (Fearful Awareness of Allah) • Yaqin and Tawakkul (Certainty and Trust in Allah) • Istiqamah (Going Straight) • Tafakkur (Reflection) • Hastening to Perform Good Actions • Mujahadah (Striving) • Encouragement to Increase Good Actions in the Later Part of Life • The Many Paths of Good • Moderation in Worship • Perseverance in Actions • The Command to Follow the Sunnah and its Adab |
Riyadhus Solihin
(Module 2)
The sayings of the Prophet ﷺ are full of wisdom and lessons. Immerse yourselves in the beauty as you take a stroll through the gardens of his words and actions to get to know more and thus emulate him. This second module is a continuation from a very enlightening first module, and is part two of a 6-module course discussing the entire Riyadhus Solihin, an amazing book of Hadith.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Six Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 18 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Riyadhus Solihin by Imam An-Nawawi (Students will use the English translation of the book. Notes in English containing lessons from Riyadhus Solihin will also be provided) |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended Riyadhus Solihin Module 1 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the six modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| The chapters of RiyadhusSolihin which will be covered this semester are: | • The Command to Follow the Sunnah and its Adab • Obligation to Obey the Commands of Allah • Prohibition against Innovations • On the One Who Makes a Good or Bad Sunna • Showing the Way to Good and Calling to Guidance or Misguidance • Helping One Another to Goodness and Fear of Allah • On Good Counsel • Commanding the Right and Forbidding the Wrong • The Harsh Punishment of Someone Who Commands Right and Forbids Wrong while His Own Actions Contradict what He Says • The Command to Deliver Trusts • Injustice and the Command to Make Restitution in Cases of Injustice • Respecting the Sacred Things of the Muslims • Veiling the Faults of Muslims • Taking care of the Needs of the Muslims • Intercession • On Putting Things Right between People • The Excellence of the Poor, Weak and Obscure Muslims • Kindness to Orphans, Girls, the Weak, the Very Poor and the Downtrodden • Treating Women Well • On the Rights of a Husband from His Wife • Spending on One’s Family • Spending Out of What One Loves • The Obligation to Command One’s Family and Children and Whoever is in One’s Care to Obey Allah • The right of a neighbour and treating him well • On dutifulness to parents and maintaining ties of kinship • The excellence of dutifulness shown to the friends of one’s father and mother, relatives, wife and others whom one should honour • Honouring the people of the family of the Messenger of Allah and their clear excellence • Respect for people of knowledge, the great and people of importance, and putting them ahead of others, raising where they sit and showing their rank • On visiting the people of virtue, sitting with them, keeping their company, loving them, seeking visits and supplication from them, and visiting places of virtue • The excellence of love for the sake of Allah and encouraging it, and a man who loves another informing him of that and what he says to him when he informs him • On the signs of Allah’s love for His slave and urging that it be taken on and that one should strive to obtain it • On cautioning against causing injury to the righteous, the weak and the poor • Judging people according to the outward while leaving their secrets to Allah Almighty • On fear |
Riyadhus Solihin
(Module 3)
The sayings of the Prophet ﷺ are full of wisdom and lessons. Immerse yourselves in the beauty as you take a stroll through the gardens of his words and actions to get to know more and thus emulate him. This second module is a continuation from a very enlightening first module, and is part two of a 6-module course discussing the entire Riyadhus Solihin, an amazing book of Hadith.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Six Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 3 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Riyadhus Solihin by Imam An-Nawawi (Students will use the English translation of the book. Notes in English containing lessons from Riyadhus Solihin will also be provided) |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended RiyadhusSolihin Module 1 and Module 2 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the six modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| The chapters of RiyadhusSolihin which will be covered this semester are: | From Chapter 69: On the preference for seclusion during eras of tribulation or fear in trials in the religion or fear of falling into sin and grey matters To Chapter 157: What to read during Solat Jenazah |
Fiqh Mu’amalat
TBA
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| Duration of Entire Course | Six Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 3 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Riyadhus Solihin by Imam An-Nawawi (Students will use the English translation of the book. Notes in English containing lessons from Riyadhus Solihin will also be provided) |
| Pre-requisites | Has attended RiyadhusSolihin Module 1 and Module 2 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the six modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| The chapters of RiyadhusSolihin which will be covered this semester are: | From Chapter 69: On the preference for seclusion during eras of tribulation or fear in trials in the religion or fear of falling into sin and grey matters To Chapter 157: What to read during Solat Jenazah |
tajweed (Module 1)
Enhance the quality of your Quranic recitation by learning its rules. In this course, you will learn the rules set by scholars to assist in achieving the correct articulation of letters, fluency and perfection during recitation. There are two modules in total for this course that aims to inshaAllah better your recitation.
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| Duration of the Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 14 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | An-Nurul Mubin by Syeikh Ayman Suwaid (Students will use: Tajweed Rules of the Quran by Kareema Czerepinski) |
| Pre-requisites | Able to read the Quran. |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 3: Introduction to Tajweed(1-3) | • Manners when reading the Quran • Seeking refuge and saying the Basmalah • Levels of recitation • Errors in pronunciation |
| Lesson 4 to 6: The Articulation Points of the Letters (Makharijul Huruf)(4-6) | • How letters are formed • Detailed explanation of the articulation points and their letters • Practical recitation |
| Lesson 7 to 11: The Characteristics of Letters (Sifatul Huruf)(7-9) | • Characteristics with opposites • Characteristics without opposites • Practical Recitation |
| Lesson 12 to 14: The Velarization and Attenuation (Tafkheem and Tarqeeq)(10-12) | • The levels of Tafkheem • The Lam in the Name of Majesty (Lafzul Jalalah) • The Ra’ and the cases of Tafkheem and Tarqeeq • The Qalqalah Mechanism |
tajweed (Module 2)
Enhance the quality of your Quranic recitation by learning its rules. In this course, you will learn the rules set by scholars to assist in achieving the correct articulation of letters, fluency and perfection during recitation. This second module is a continuation from the enriching first one.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Two Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | An-Nurul Mubin by Syeikh Ayman Suwaid (Students will use: Tajweed Rules of the Quran by Kareema Czerepinski) |
| Pre-requisites | - Able to read the Quran - Has attended Tajweed Module 1 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the two modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 5: The Ghunnah, Noon Sakinah, Meem Sakinah and Idgham | • The Noon Sakinah and Tanwin Rules • The Meem Sakinah Rules • The Ghunnah • Al-Mutaqariban, Al-Mutamathilan, Al-Mutajanisan |
| Lesson 6 to 10: The Mudood | • The various types of Lengthening (Madd) |
| Lesson 11 to 14: The Al-Waqf Wal Ibtida’(The Stop and Start) | • The Types of Waqf • The types of Ibtida’ • The Qath’ • The Sakt • Stopping on the Ends of Words |
| Lesson 15 to 16: Miscellaneous [LESSON 15 AND 16] | • An-Nabr (The Accent) • Hamzah Wasl (The Connecting Hamzah) • Special Words for Hafs ‘An ‘Asim by the way of Asy-Syathibiyyah |
Ulum al-Quran (Module 1)
A wealth of knowledge and insight exists with regards to the Book of Allah. Enhance your understanding of the Holy Quran by learning about its setting, framework and circumstances. In this course, you will be introduced to the Sciences connected to the recitation, history, understanding and implementation of the Quran.
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| Duration of Entire Course | One Module |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Notes provided by AfaqSG |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Tests | There will be a test at the end of the Module. Students have the choice of not sitting for it. However, they will not be awarded any certificate should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the four modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Lesson 1 to 4: Introduction to the Quran and Revelation | • A brief History of the Quranic Sciences • The names of the Quran • Al-Wahyu (Inspiration) • The revelation of the Quran bit by bit and the wisdom behind it |
| Lesson 5 to 8: The History of the Quran | • The compilation of the Quran • The Quranic script • The seven Ahruf • Qiraat (The methods of recitation) |
| Lesson 9 to 13: The Sciences of the Quran | • The causes of revelation • The Makki and Madani verses • The beginning of the Surahs • An-Nasikh Wal Mansukh (Abrogation in the Quran) • Al-Muhkam Wal Mutasyabih (The clear and unclear verses) |
| Lesson 14 to 16 | • The Interpretation of the Quran and The Miraculous Nature of the Quran |
Ulum al-Hadith (Module 1)
TBA
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TBA
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TBA
LughaH – Arabic for Beginners (Module 1)
Allah The Most Knowledgeable chose the Arabic Language to be the language of His Most Beloved Prophet and the language of His Last Book which will preserved till the end of time. Embark on a journey to learn this beautiful language and fall in love with it! In this course, you will begin learning the Arabic Language from scratch.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Three Modules |
| Cost | SGD60 for Module 1 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Arabic Online (AfaqSG Textbook) |
| Prerequisites | Must be able to read Arabic letters |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the three modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Throughout the 16 lessons, students will be introduced to the Arabic language and its usage as a whole. | They will also be guided by the Ustazah in completing the exercises found in the textbook used. |
| They will be familiarized with: | • the common vocabulary used • the sentence structure of the Arabic Language • the construction of simple sentences |
LughaH – Arabic for Beginners (Module 2)
Allah The Most Knowledgeable chose the Arabic Language to be the language of His Most Beloved Prophet and the language of His Last Book which will preserved till the end of time. Embark on a journey to learn this beautiful language and fall in love with it! In this module, you will continue building on what you have learnt in the previous one.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Three Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 2 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Arabic Online 2 (AfaqSG Textbook) |
| Prerequisites | Must be able to read Arabic letters and has completed Lugha Module 1 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the three modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Students will continue getting familiarized with Arabic language and its usage. | Main focus will be the usage of nouns, in their masculine and feminine forms and also the dual and plural forms. |
| This Module will contain more practice which will be done together with the Ustazah, focusing on: | • the construction of simple sentences • question and answer techniques • correct usage of the language |
LughaH – Arabic for Beginners (Module 3)
Allah The Most Knowledgeable chose the Arabic Language to be the language of His Most Beloved Prophet and the language of His Last Book which will preserved till the end of time. Embark on a journey to learn this beautiful language and fall in love with it! In this module, you will continue building on what you have learnt in the previous one.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Three Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 3 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Arabic Online 3 (AfaqSG Textbook) |
| Prerequisites | Must be able to read Arabic letters and has completed Lugha Module 2 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the three modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| Students will continue getting familiarized with Arabic language and its usage. | The main focus of this Module will be the usage of verbs, in their past, present and imperative forms and also the mujarrad and mazid forms. |
| This Module will contain more practice which will be done together with the Ustazah, focusing on: | - The construction of simple sentences - Question and answer techniques - Conjugation of the verbs |
LughaH – Arabic for intermediate (Module 1)
Allah The Most Knowledgeable chose the Arabic Language to be the language of His Most Beloved Prophet and the language of His Last Book which will preserved till the end of time. Embark on a journey to learn this beautiful language and fall in love with it! In this module, you will continue building on what you have learnt in the previous one.
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| Duration of Entire Course | Three Modules |
| Cost | SGD50 for Module 3 |
| Frequency | Once a week |
| Total number of lessons per Module | 16 |
| Language Medium | English |
| Text to be Studied | Arabic Online 3 (AfaqSG Textbook) |
| Prerequisites | Must be able to read Arabic letters and has completed Lugha Module 2 |
| Tests | A test will be conducted at the end of the module. Students have the choice to not sit for it. However, certification will not be awarded should they opt out of the test. |
| Certification | At the end of the three modules, students who have passed the test/s with a minimum overall percentage of 50% will be awarded a certificate of completion from Afaq Syria. |
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| In this Module, students will continue getting familiarized with the Arabic language and its usage. | The main focus of this Module will be comprehension of text, answering questions, listening skills and sentence construction. |
| This Module will a lot more practice from the textbook which will be done together with the Ustazah. |
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Lesson uploads begin on the 17th of January 2025 inshaAllah.
“Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge, Allah makes the path to Paradise easy for him.”
– The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
#1. Qur'an School
Specifically for those who would like to learn or improve their Qur’anic recitation, as well as memorize its verses or talaqqi with sanad. AfaqSQ will pair you up with a teacher most suited to your needs, inshaAllah, and your learning will commence online.
#2. short daurahs
For Muslimahs who are serious in learning but find it hard to commit fully, the shorter daurahs (courses) cover subjects such as al-Qur’an, Tafseer, Hadith & the Arabic Language. The length of each daurah depends on the number of modules they each contain. Choose the subject(s) that you wish to study, have access to the course content for a year, and take the tests and exams only if you wish to.
#3. ISLAMIC SCIENCES PROGRAM (ISP)
For Muslimahs who prefer a structured form of learning, the five-year Islamic Sciences Program comprises of a fixed selection of modules each semester, with obligatory tests and compulsory exams at the end of each semester. At the successful completion of the program, a specialized certificate from Afaq Syria will be awarded.
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