Question 1

Do I need to know how to read Arabic to join translation classes?

Accepted Answer

Ideally students should be able to read Arabic before starting translation classes, though we can work with students who are learning to read simultaneously. Ideally, students should be able to read the Quran in Arabic before starting translation. However, we can work with students who are learning to read simultaneously — the teacher will guide you on the best approach for your situation.

Question 2

Will I learn word-by-word translation or just meaning?

Accepted Answer

We teach both word-by-word translation and broader meaning — starting with individual word meanings and building up to Tafseer. We teach both. We start with word-by-word translation so you understand what each Arabic word means. We then move to understanding the context, theme and broader meaning of each verse (Tafseer).

Question 3

Which surahs do you cover first?

Accepted Answer

We begin with the surahs you recite most in Salah — Al-Fatiha first, then the short surahs of Juz Amma — so you immediately understand what you are saying in your prayers. We typically begin with the surahs you recite most in Salah — starting with Al-Fatiha, then the short surahs from Juz Amma (Juz 30). This way, you immediately understand what you are saying in your prayers.

Question 4

Is this the same as Arabic language learning?

Accepted Answer

No, Quran translation is focused on understanding Quranic Arabic specifically, not conversational Arabic — the vocabulary, grammar and style of the Quran are unique. Quran translation is focused on understanding Quranic Arabic, not conversational Arabic. The vocabulary, grammar and style of the Quran are unique. While you will learn a great deal of Arabic through translation, it is not the same as a general Arabic language course.

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Course Curriculum

Module 1: Salah Surahs

Module 2: Juz Amma

Module 3: Selected Surahs

Module 4: Ongoing Quran

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