Go beyond the words to their meaning: when and why verses were revealed, how scholars have explained them and what they ask of us today.
Tafsir is the science of explaining the Quran. It draws on the Quran itself, the Sunnah, the understanding of the Companions, the Arabic language and the circumstances of revelation to clarify what Allah is telling us.
In our lessons, your teacher works through chosen surahs with reference to well-known works of Tafsir [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. Ibn Kathir, Al-Sa’di], and invites questions and reflection throughout.
Knowing the meaning transforms how you recite, pray and live by the Quran.
How the Quran is explained and which sources are used.
The events and questions behind particular verses.
Important Arabic words and their depth of meaning.
The central message and structure of a surah.
Practical reflections to apply in daily life.
Detailed study of chosen surahs, e.g. Juz Amma or Al-Kahf.
The syllabus is the same, but the way it’s taught changes with the student.
Lessons are live and one-to-one. Timings below are a guide for a [PLACEHOLDER: 30]-minute class and adjust to the student.
The passage is recited to begin the lesson.
The teacher explains vocabulary, context and scholarly commentary.
Discussion and questions about the lessons of the passage.
A point of reflection or action for the week.
Every class is one teacher and one student, so the whole lesson is about you.
Tutors assessed for recitation, Tajweed and teaching skill before they join.
Choose the teacher you or your child will feel most comfortable with.
Choose your days, times and number of weekly lessons.
Lessons can be recorded for revision when teacher and family agree.
A certificate is awarded on completing each Tafsir module. [PLACEHOLDER: confirm]
No. Lessons are taught in English [or your language], with key Arabic words explained.
[PLACEHOLDER: list the works your teachers refer to].
Yes. Many students begin with Juz Amma or the surahs they recite most.
Yes. Older children and teens benefit greatly, with lessons adapted to their age.
It helps, but it isn’t required to understand the meanings.
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