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The goal is to be able to understand and explain most of the Qu’anic verses with no translation or commentary and to know the main sources of different Qur’anic sciences.
Register NowCourse Registration ClosedThis introductory course enables students to gain tools for anatomy of Quranic Arabic by focusing on morphology, grammar syntax, communication (listening and writing), and critical reading. For morphology, students gain the ability to conjugate simple verbs, determine the verbs tense (past-present-command), recognize the trilateral root of nouns/verbs, and identify the pattern of a noun/verb. Concerning grammar syntax, students learn to identify word classes, noun cases and their default marker, grammatical features of nouns, and common pronoun types. Students become accustomed to listening for familiar roots and morphological structures in addition to parsing words. Furthermore, students begin writing simple sentences and guided paragraphs in Arabic. Finally, student learn basic methodology for reading comprehension, leveraging their basic Quranic vocabulary and basic sentences structures to identify simple syntactical, morphological, and noun-case patterns.
Shaykh Mahdi is a PhD Candidate in the Department of Theological & Religious Studies at Georgetown University. He spent 9 years in Qom, earning a B.A. and an M.A. in Islamic Studies and Jurisprudence.
While there are no pre-requisites for this course, student are expected to know the Arabic alphabet and be able to read Arabic proficiently, although they do not need to understand or write it. A good measure of proficiency is the basic ability to read the Qur’an.
Mufid Seminary offers two ways to take courses: as an enrolled student in one of our academic programs or as an auditing student. Students in the Foundations Program, MDiv in Islamic Studies, or Quranic Arabic Certificate follow a structured curriculum and are automatically registered for their courses each semester. They cannot modify their course schedule or take additional courses as part of their program. Certain courses are exclusive to specific programs, such as Logic, which is only part of the MDiv, or Islamic Law I and II, which are only in the Foundations Program. If a student wishes to take a course outside their designated curriculum, they may do so as an auditor, provided the course does not conflict with their required classes.
Auditing students have access to all course lectures and materials, must attend regularly, and are encouraged to engage in discussions. However, they are not required to complete graded assignments or exams. Anyone meeting the necessary prerequisites may register for an available course as an auditor.
This course is open to students enrolled in one of Mufid Seminary’s academic programs (Foundations, MDiv, or Quranic Arabic Certificate) as well as auditing students. If prerequisites apply, they will be noted on this page.
No. Students in the Foundations Program, MDiv in Islamic Studies, or Quranic Arabic Certificate do not need to register for courses individually. They are automatically enrolled in their required courses each semester as part of their structured curriculum.
Yes, you may take this course as an auditing student, provided you meet any prerequisites. Auditors have access to all lectures and materials and must attend classes regularly but are not required to complete assignments or exams.
Students enrolled in the Foundations Program, MDiv in Islamic Studies, or Quranic Arabic Certificate will earn credit as part of their program requirements. Auditors do not earn academic credit but will gain full access to course instruction.
Some courses require prior knowledge or coursework. If applicable, prerequisites are listed on the course page. Students in academic programs will follow the structured curriculum, ensuring they meet any prerequisites as part of their studies.
All courses at Mufid Seminary are held online on weekday evenings (6–9 PM EST) and follow a structured format of live lectures, discussions, and assignments. Some courses may also include additional readings, recorded lectures, or interactive components.
Auditing students are required to attend all live sessions and actively engage in discussions. While they are not obligated to complete assignments or exams, they must keep their cameras on during class and participate fully in the learning experience. Auditing is an opportunity for serious learners who wish to immerse themselves in the subject matter without the pressure of graded coursework.
Courses follow Mufid’s standard academic calendar and are offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Most courses span the full semester unless otherwise specified.
This depends on the course. Some courses may have final exams, while others may rely on written assignments, presentations, or class participation as forms of assessment. Auditing students are not required to complete assessments.
Course readings and required materials will be shared at the start of the semester. Some courses may require textbooks, while others rely on primary sources, instructor-provided readings, or digital resources.
Students are expected to attend all live class sessions and actively participate, with their cameras on, as engagement is a core part of the learning experience. Recordings are generally not available, except in cases of excused absences, which must be communicated to the instructor in advance. If you anticipate a recurring scheduling conflict, we encourage you to take the course in a future semester when you can fully commit to participation.
Students in an academic program pay tuition as part of their enrollment. Auditing students must pay a separate course fee, which will be listed during registration. Some courses may require additional costs for materials or textbooks.
All courses at Mufid Seminary are conducted online in a synchronous format, meaning students must attend live sessions at their scheduled times. Courses require active participation, with students keeping their cameras on and engaging in discussions. While occasional in-person events or intensives may be part of certain programs, all standard coursework is delivered remotely.
