Islāmic Essentials Curriculum
The Islāmic Essentials Program is thoughtfully designed to accommodate different learning paces and schedules, spanning 4 semesters with a total of 16 courses. Each semester offers up to 4 courses, allowing students to choose their course load based on their individual needs and availability.
Curriculum Highlights
- Foundations of Worship: Study of rulings for ṣalāh (prayer), ṣawm (fasting), zakāh (charity), and ḥajj (pilgrimage).
- The Essentials of Faith: Introduction to ‘aqīdah (core beliefs) in Islam.
- Purification of the Self: Understanding ṭahārah (purification) and spiritual growth.
- An Introduction to Fiqh: Practical jurisprudence for everyday life and basic rulings.
- The Life of the Prophet ﷺ: An overview of the sīrah (Prophetic biography) and its lessons.
The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring a deep and accessible understanding of the essentials of Islam.