ALI 707: Quranic Arabic and Knowledge – Level 2

Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a) has said: Learn Arabic, for it is the word of Allah with which He speaks to His creation [in the Holy Quran]. In this online course, specially tailored for past and present Madrasah teachers, we will discuss simple Quranic vocabulary and grammar. To make it interesting, occasionally we will cover short stories and … Read more

ALI 706: Simple Islamic Laws for Sisters, Level 1

This online course will cover the essential Islamic laws for a Shi’i Muslim, using the translation of Darsnaameye Feqh by Shaykh Muhammad Husayn Fallahzaade. Laws will be taught in accordance with the opinions (fatawa) of Ayatullah Syed Sistani and Ayatullah Syed Khamenei. The course will begin with the basics of Ṭahārah (purification) and then move on to Ṣalāh … Read more

ALI 704: Foundations of Islamic Epistemology

This is an 8 session online course on How we know what we know. The course will explore the foundations of Islamic epistemology, laying the groundwork for a deeper, more thoughtful understanding of Islamic beliefs. Through guided discussions, we will explore key questions such as: This is the first course in a planned series on Islamic theology (ʿAqāʾid), … Read more

ALI 703: Quranic Arabic and Knowledge – Level 3

Almighty Allah says in Surat Yusuf: Indeed, We have sent it down as an Arabic Quran, so that you may understand (Q 12:2). In this online course, specially tailored for serious learners, we will simplify Quranic language. To make it interesting, we will begin with a brief tafsir of short surahs. At this level, we will continue learning grammatical rules on nouns … Read more