Beyond the ordinary

Quran Studies

Overview

Our Quran Studies program offers a comprehensive and structured approach to the study of the Qur’an, following the classical Mauritanian methodology. This program is designed for students in the West seeking an authentic and traditional grounding in Quranic sciences.

Areas of Study

1. Qur’anic Text & Script (Rasm al-Mushaf al-‘Uthmani)

  • Mastery of the Ottoman script of the Qur’an

  • Detailed understanding of orthography and textual conventions

2. Tajweed & Qira’at (Recitation)

  • Instruction in Tajweed rules for precise recitation

  • Study of the Seven Qira’at through the classical Shatibiyya text

  • Emphasis on correct articulation (Makharij) and pronunciation

3. Tafsir & Context

  • Study of classical exegesis and thematic interpretation

  • Understanding Asbab al-Nuzul (occasions of revelation)

  • Analysis of Nasikh wa Mansukh (abrogated and abrogating verses)

  • Practical lessons in applying the Qur’anic guidance

4. Qur’anic Sciences (Ulum al-Qur’an)

  • Knowledge of collection, preservation, and compilation of the Qur’an

  • Rules of recitation variations (Qira’at)

  • Introduction to major Qur’anic manuscripts and classical references

Teaching Method

Our teaching method mirrors the traditional Mauritanian system:

  • Text-based instruction: Students study classical texts line by line

  • Memorization combined with understanding: Students memorize passages while learning their meaning and rules

  • Guided supervision: Qualified instructors provide one-on-one and group guidance

  • Integration with Western learning: Courses are delivered in English while preserving classical rigor

Who Can Enroll?

  • Beginners seeking foundational knowledge of the Qur’an

  • Students with previous memorization or recitation experience

  • Adults and young learners residing in the West

  • Anyone committed to authentic, traditional study

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, students will be able to:

  • Recite the Qur’an according to classical Tajweed and Qira’at rules

  • Understand textual variations and orthography of the Uthmani script

  • Explain the context of revelation and abrogated verses

  • Apply foundational Qur’anic knowledge in scholarly or practical contexts

Call to Action

Enroll today and join a structured program that brings the classical Mauritanian Quranic tradition to students in the West.