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Tafsir through
the Seerah: Part 1

How it all began. The beginning of revelation, the stages of secret and open propagation.

Every Saturday for 4 weeks
1 hour/week
Live + recordings
Ustadh Abu Hanifah
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Course Objectives

Connect the Quran with the life it was revealed into

Asbaab An-Nuzool: Connect Quranic verses with events from the Seerah based on the causes of revelation.

Prophetic examples: Gain insight into how the Prophet ﷺ, the exemplary model of humanity, lived and dealt with issues on a personal, family, community, and state level in times of ease and hardship.

Strengthen iman: Nurture yourself spiritually through divine guidance based on the contextual understanding of the Quran.

Live interactive sessions

Hybrid approach with live Q&A and recorded sessions

On-demand recordings

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Downloadable materials

Course materials you can download and keep

Certificate of completion

Awarded to regular participants upon finishing

Part 1 Syllabus

Where the journey begins

One lesson every Saturday for four weeks, covering the fundamentals of Tafseer and the first verses ever revealed. A complete foundation, and the first chapter of a larger curriculum we're building.

1

Introduction

المقدمة

Importance of Tafseer and Knowing the Seerah

Why studying Tafseer through the lens of the Seerah is essential. We establish the foundation for understanding the Quran in its revealed context and the methodology we will follow throughout this course.

Why Tafseer mattersThe Seerah connectionOur methodology
2

The Beginning of Revelation

بدء الوحي

Meaning of Revelation and Its Types

The beginning of revelation and how it came to the Prophet ﷺ. We explore the different types and forms of revelation, and the significance of how Allah chose to communicate with His Messenger.

How revelation beganTypes of revelationForms of divine communication
3

Surah Al-'Alaq: Part 1

سورة العلق96:1-3

Tafseer of Verses 1-3

Deep dive into the first three verses revealed to the Prophet ﷺ. Why Allah began with 'Read', the proclamation of His Lordship, the creation of man, and the honor bestowed upon humanity.

The command to readAllah as CreatorThe pen and knowledge
4

Surah Al-'Alaq: Part 2

سورة العلق96:4-5

Tafseer of Verses 4-5

Continuing our exploration of the first revelation. The significance of the pen, the teaching of what man did not know, and the foundation of Islamic learning and scholarship.

Teaching by the penDivine knowledgeFoundation of learning

The journey continues

Part 1 is a complete course on its own. Future parts covering more surahs in revelation order are in development.

Part of a larger journey

Tafseer is one of six disciplines at DAA'II. Each builds on the others to give you a complete foundation.

تفسيرTafseer
عقيدةAqeedah
عربيةArabic
حديثHadith
فقهFiqh
تجويدTajweed

Your Instructor

Ustadh Abu Hanifah

Ismail Rufai

30+ years of experience in teaching, counselling, imam duties, and translation. Holds a BA in Sharia.

Studied with senior scholars including Shaykh Usama Al-Amree and Shaykh Mahir Al-Qahtani in Aqeedah, Fiqh, and Hadith, Shaykh Saleh Al-Fawzan and Shaykh Luhaydaan in Makkah and Riyadh, Shaykh Al-Suhaymee, and others.

Teaching upon the understanding of the Quran, authentic Sunnah, and the way of the Pious Predecessors.

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Founding Cohort

$30one-time

Full access to all 4 weeks, live sessions, and recordings.

4 live weekly sessions with interactive Q&A
Access to all session recordings
Downloadable course materials
Certificate of completion for regular participants

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Questions

Common questions

What if I miss a live session?+
All sessions are recorded and available in your dashboard within 24 hours. You can watch at your own pace and still participate in discussions.
Do I need any prior knowledge?+
No prerequisites. This course is designed as an entry point. We start with the heart before building knowledge. If you can read Quran (even slowly), you're ready.
How much time should I set aside weekly?+
Plan for 1 hour: the live session plus personal reflection time. The goal is depth over speed.
What happens after Part 1?+
Part 1 is a complete course on its own. We're developing future parts that will continue through more surahs in revelation order. Enrolled students will be the first to know when new parts are available.
Is this course aligned with a particular methodology?+
Yes. All content follows the understanding of the Salaf, the earliest generations of Muslims. We cite classical sources and explain methodology plainly.

Begin your journey through revelation

Join the founding cohort of Part 1 and build a foundation that connects you to the Quran, the Prophet ﷺ, and the understanding of the earliest generations.

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