Tajweed

The course is divided into modules based on skill level:

Beginner Level (Foundations of Tajweed)

Module 1: Introduction to Tajweed

• Definition, importance, and historical context of Tajweed.
• The role of Tajweed in preserving the Quran’s meaning and beauty.

Module 2: Arabic Alphabet & Phonetics

• Makharij al-Huruf (articulation points): Learn where each letter is produced in the mouth/throat.
• Sifaat (characteristics of letters): Study attributes like Takhween (echo), Tafkhim (heaviness) , and Tarqeeq (lightness) .

Module 3: Basic Tajweed Rules

• Madd (Elongation) : Rules for stretching vowels (Madd Asli, Madd Far’i ).
• Noon Saakin & Tanween : Rules like Idhaar (clarity), Iqlaab (conversion) , and Ikhfa (concealment) .
• Meem Saakin : Rules of Ikhfa Shafawi and Idgham Shafawi.

Module 4: Practical Recitation Practice

• Apply rules to short Surahs (e.g., Al-Fatiha, Ikhlas, Falaq, Nas ).
• Listening exercises with renowned Qaris (reciters) for reference.

Intermediate Level (Skill Development)

Module 5: Advanced Tajweed Rules

• Idgham (Merging) : When letters blend (e.g., merging Noon into Meem with Ghunna ).
• Qalqalah (Echo Sound) : Letters that produce a vibration (Ba, Jeem, Daal, Qaaf, Taa ).
• Laam Shamsiyyah & Qamariyyah : Rules for pronouncing the definite article "Al-" based on the following letter.

Module 6: Application in Longer Surahs

• Practice rules in Surahs like Al-Baqarah, An-Nisa , and Yaseen.
• Focus on rhythm, pacing, and connecting verses smoothly.

Module 7: Listening & Imitation

• Analyze recitations by scholars like Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy or Abdul Basit Mujahid .
• Mimic tone, pauses, and flow for natural recitation.

Advanced Level (Mastery & Refinement)

Module 8: Complex Rules & Exceptions.

• Waqs (Pausing Rules) : Proper stopping points to avoid altering meaning.
• Hadr & Taddeer : Adjusting speed for clarity and reflection.
• Tajweed in Rarely Used Letters (e.g., Hamzat al-Wasl, Lam Alif ).

Module 9: Full Quran Recitation

• Apply Tajweed to the entire Quran with focus on consistency and fluency.
• Practice Juz Amma (30th part) for daily recitation and Salah.

Module 10: Assessment & Feedback

• Submit audio/video recordings for expert evaluation.
• Receive personalized feedback on pronunciation, rhythm, and rule application.