One-Year Foundational Study in Ḥanafī Fiqh
Most classes focus on explaining rulings.
This course trains you to engage fiqh actively.
You won’t just learn what the madhhab says—you’ll begin to understand:
- how rulings are formed
- how to trace legal discussions
- how to approach questions within the school
The goal is to move you from passive learning to structured, independent study.
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for students who are ready to take fiqh seriously.
It is ideal for:
- Beginners with basic Arabic reading ability
- College-aged students and above
- Those seeking structured, disciplined study—not casual exposure
Course Details
- Duration: 1 Year
- Start Date: April 29th, 2026
- Schedule: Wednesdays, 6 PM (EST)
- Session Length: 2 Hours
- Level: IISDP Year Two (Beginner Seminary)
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Recommended Requirement: Basic Arabic reading ability
More Than Just a Fiqh Class
By the end of the year, you will have (inshaAllah):
- Completed a full study of Mukhtaṣar al-Qudūrī
- Built a strong foundation in the major areas of Ḥanafī fiqh
- Developed habits of retention through teaching and review
- Gained the ability to begin researching within the madhhab
- Acquired an introduction to legal theory alongside fiqh
- Developed a more confident, active relationship with Islamic law
How the Course Works
Each class is divided into three parts:
1. Text Study
A close, guided reading of Mukhtaṣar al-Qudūrī, building familiarity with its language and structure.
2. Discussion & Application
An interactive session where students:
- ask questions
- analyze rulings
- explore how legal reasoning works
3. Legal Theory (Uṣūl)
Short weekly insights into the principles behind fiqh—gradually building deeper understanding over time.
Training Beyond the Classroom
To ensure real progress, students will engage in:
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Review Through Teaching
Reinforce your learning by explaining it to others—one of the most powerful traditional methods. -
Weekly Research Tasks
Begin developing the ability to investigate legal questions using the madhhab’s sources. -
Cumulative Assessments
Regular testing to ensure retention and long-term mastery.
Example Curriculum
Instructor
Sheikh Muhammad Elmarouk is based in Toronto, Canada, where he is actively engaged in teaching, community leadership, and advanced Islamic scholarship.
A dedicated student and teacher of the Islamic sciences, Muhammad has studied overseas and continues his lifelong pursuit of knowledge. He holds a Master’s degree in Islamic Studies with a focus on theology and philosophy, and specializes in fiqh, spirituality (tazkiyah), and Islamic theology & philosophy.
He has studied the Islamic Sciences for the past 8 years with qualified teachers in Mauritania, Jordan, and Turkey.
He is a Ḥāfiẓ of the Qur’an with ijāzahs in the riwāyah of Ḥafṣ, and is currently pursuing mastery of the ten qirāʾāt.
Sh. Muhammad is a professional Arabic calligrapher, and holds an ijāzah in the Thuluth script.
He serves the community as an Imam, public speaker, and educator, and is the founder and director of the Basira Youth Seminary.
Sh, Muhammad is a devoted husband and father of two.
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