Hadith Course

Basics of Hadith: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding the Prophetic Sunnah

LEVELS: 4 DURATION: 55 Hours

Course Overview: By the end of this course, students will:

• Memorize 49 hadiths.
• Learn the meanings of individual words.
• Understand the general meaning of the hadith.
• Identify the narrators of the hadith among the Companions.
• Apply the ethical teachings of the hadith in daily life.
• Reinforce basic concepts in hadith through exercises, activities, reviews, and assignments.

Module 1: Prophetic Teachings on Ethics and MoralsMemorize 12 hadiths that highlight the Prophet’s guidance on Islamic ethics and Aqeedah. Key topics include:

• Food etiquette.
• Avoiding nosiness.
• Fostering love for others.
• Maintaining purity of heart.
• Congregational prayer.
• Being considerate.
• Learning the Quran.
• Embracing patience.
• Valuing peace.

Module 2: Pillars of Islam and the Virtues of HonestyMemorize 12 hadiths that provide guidance on Islamic ethics and Aqeedah. Key topics include:

• The Pillars of Islam.
• The virtue of honesty.
• Warning against bad companionship.
• Prohibition of swearing by others than Allah.
• Merit of sponsoring an orphan.
• Encouraging diligence in work.
• Importance of honesty.
• Virtue of giving.
• Rights of a Muslim.

Module 3: Kindness and Neighbors' RightsMemorize 12 hadiths that offer guidance on ethics and Aqeedah. Key topics include:

• Kindness to animals.
• Denouncing anger.
• Neighbors' rights.
• Road rights.
• Sweetness of Iman.
• Avoiding harm to animals.
• Compassion among believers.
• Virtue of mosques.
• States of a believer.
• Reflecting on Allah’s blessings.

Module 4: Parenting and the Virtue of KnowledgeMemorize 12 hadiths that provide guidance on ethics and Aqeedah. Key topics include:

• Encouraging prayer in children.
• Valuing knowledge.
• Respecting mothers.
• Fostering love for Allah.
• Kindness to children.
• Treating family well.
• Practicing humility.
• Building character.
• Ongoing rewards after death.
• Significance of "La ilaha illallah" (There is no god but Allah).

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Selected Hadiths in Islamic Manners - In-Depth Study of Ethics

LEVELS: 4 DURATION: 55 Hours

Course Includes:

• Memorization of 49 Hadiths.
• Understanding vocabulary.
• Grasping overall meanings of the hadiths.
• Learning about hadith narrators.
• Practical applications in daily life.
• Activities and exercises to reinforce concepts.

Module 1: Intention and Contentment in Prophetic HadithMemorize 12 hadiths that provide Prophetic guidance. Key concepts include:

• Significance of intention in actions.
• Dutifulness to parents.
• Embracing contentment and humility.
• Integrity and caution against worldly love.
• Enhancing Quran recitation.
• Facilitating ease for others.

Module 2: Foundations of Worship and Beauty of IslamMemorize 12 hadiths on Prophetic guidance in Islamic ethics and creed. Key concepts include:

• Significance of prayer as a foundation of faith.
• Virtue of praying in mosques.
• Beauty of Islam.
• Importance of good names for children.
• Love for Allah.
• Forbidding disputes and abandonment.
• Value of consistent deeds.
• Removing harm.
• Rights of Muslims.

Module 3: Faith and Wise Counsel in HadithMemorize 12 hadiths focusing on Prophetic guidance in ethics and creed. Key concepts include:

• Alignment of faith with the heart and obedience to Allah.
• Encouragement to gain religious knowledge.
• Importance of good words.
• Being with those they love.
• Virtue of the two cool prayers.
• Purity as half of faith.
• Religion as advice.
• Guidance towards the fear of Allah.

Module 4: Learning Wisdom and Strength in HadithsMemorize 12 hadiths on Prophetic guidance in ethics and creed. Key concepts include:

• Guiding towards good.
• Beloved phrases to Allah.
• Worshipping Allah as if you see Him.
• Respect and mercy.
• Importance of dignity.
• Choosing friends wisely.
• Avoiding deceit.
• Strength in faith.
• Encouraging Quran recitation.

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Course: Al-Arba'een An-Nawawi (40 Hadith)

LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 43 Hours

Course Overview:

• Memorize the Hadiths from Al-Arba'een An-Nawawi: Learn and internalize the 42 Hadiths compiled by Imam Nawawi.
• Understand Vocabulary: Grasp the meanings of key words to better comprehend the hadiths.
• Comprehend Overall Meanings: Understand the general messages and teachings of each hadith.
• Identify Narrators: Learn about the companions of the Prophet who narrated the hadiths.
• Practical Applications: Implement the ethical teachings of the hadiths in daily life.
• Reinforce Concepts: Strengthen understanding through exercises, activities, reviews, and assignments.

Module 1: In-Depth Study of Al-Arba'een An-Nawawi

This module involves memorizing and studying 42 Hadiths from Imam Nawawi's collection, focusing on Prophetic guidance in ethics, creed, and religious fundamentals. Key topics include:

• Core Islamic Principles: Understanding the Pillars of Islam.
• Human Creation and Destiny: Exploring concepts of creation and predestination.
• Ethical Values: Emphasizing modesty, integrity, humility, forgiveness, and essential ethics like mercy and honesty.
• Quranic Virtues: Highlighting the benefits of Quranic recitation and avoiding negative innovations.
• Sanctity of Life and Sincere Advice: Upholding the value of life and the importance of sincere counsel.

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Advanced Hadith Studies

LEVELS: 3 DURATION: 14 Hours

Course Summary: By the end of this advanced level, students will:

• Learn the Science of Hadith Terminology: Understand the terminology used in hadith studies.
• Evaluate Hadith Authenticity: Research hadiths to determine their authenticity and weakness.
• Train in Hadith Narrator Analysis: Conduct scientific research on hadith narrators.
• Understand Hadith Language: Develop a deep understanding of the language used in hadiths.
• Research Approved Hadith Sources: Learn to use scholarly approved sources to arrange, understand, and research hadiths.

Module 1: Advanced Hadith Studies - Methods of Hadith Authentication

This module focuses on practical methods for evaluating the authenticity of hadiths, including:

• Hadith Graduation Techniques: Practical study on the methods used to determine hadith authenticity.

Module 2: Advanced Hadith Studies - Addressing Mushkil and Mukhtalaf Hadith

This module involves:

• Analyzing Complex Hadiths: Practical study on resolving and understanding the complexities and contradictions in hadiths.

Module 3: The Role of Sunnah in Islamic Law

This module involves studying Dr. Mostafa Al-Sibaai’s work on the significance of the Sunnah in Islamic law, focusing on:

• Understanding the Sunnah’s Status: An in-depth study of the Sunnah's role and its application in Shariah.

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