An introduction to the Sciences of the Qur'an, including its revelation, collection, arrangement, writing down, types of verses and chapters, occasions of revelation, styles of recitation, and methods of interpretation.

At-A-Glance

• Formerly called Introduction to the Qur'an
• A comprehensive introduction to the sciences of the Qur'an
• Develop a deep appreciation of how the Qur'an was revealed and how the Qur'an is a complete miracle
• Be able to understand claims against the Qur'an
• Cover much of An Approach to the Qur'anic Sciences by Mufti Taqi Usmani

"(This is) a Scripture that We have revealed unto thee, full of blessing, that they may ponder its revelations, and that men of understanding may reflect" [38.29].

The Quran and Its Disciplines is an important course that seeks to provide a basis for understanding and appreciating this beautiful gift from Allah. In this course, you will gain a comprehensive introduction to the topics that pertain to the Qur’an. You will learn the answers to many objections raised against Islam and the Qur’an, as well as develop a deep appreciation of how the Qur’an was revealed and how the Qur’an is a complete miracle. The ultimate goal of studying this topic is increasing your understanding of the religion and strengthening the basis of your faith.

Shaykh Sohail Hanif will cover most of the book An Approach to the Qur’anic Sciences by Mufti Taqi Usmani, one of the leading scholars alive today. Additional discussions will be taken from a variety of other sources, including 'Ulum al Qur'an by Nuruddin 'Itar, Manahil al 'Irfan by al-Zurqani, Itqan al Burhan and I'jaz al Qur'an by Dr. Fadl 'Abbas, Al Ta’bir al Qur'ani by Dr. Fadil Salih al Samurra'i, and Al Ahruf al Sab'a by Hasan Diya’uddin 'Itar.

Material covered in this course forms an important platform for future Islamic and Qur’anic studies. You will also form a good grounding in the basis of tafsir, which will allow you to follow more detailed tafsir discussions.

This course is perfect for anyone interested in understanding in-depth the details surrounding the revelation of the Qur’an; the history of the Qu’ran; interpreting the Qur’an; and approaching tafsir (commentaries) of the Qur’an

Module 1: Revelation

• Names of the Qur'an
• Types of revelation
• First revelation
• Last revelation
• Makkan and Madinan verses

Module 2: Preservation and Transmission

• The seven Ahruf
• Preservation of the Qur'anic text
• The canonical variants

Module 3: Content and Miracle

• Overview of Qur'anic content
• The Qur'anic miracle
• Case studies in Qur'anic style

Module 4:Tafsir and Tafsir scholars

• The science of tafsir
• Introduction to the tafsir library

• Recorded and live lessons will be conducted by Sh. Sohail.
• Printable course slides will add structure to lessons.
• Self-assessment quizzes help you retain key lesson points.
• Multiple-choice questions at the end of each module will help you review the material.
• An essay question will help you reflect on how the course material has affected your relationship with the Qur'an.
• All live lessons will be recorded, so that you can hear lessons you miss or review key concepts.
• Students are recommended to have a copy of An Approach to the Qur'anic Sciences by Mufti Taqi Usmani.
• You can post questions and engage in discussion in the course forum.
• Sh. Sohail will hold weekly office hours.