Islamic History Course
Course information
This course delves into the rich history of Islam, offering students a comprehensive understanding of past events and the credibility of historical narrators. By exploring the authenticity of sources, the course helps distinguish between truthful accounts and fabrications. It also recognizes the significant efforts of devoted individuals in spreading the Islamic message. Through the study of Islamic history, students will encounter living examples of Islamic principles in action, drawing valuable lessons from past experiences. This course serves as a source of inspiration and guidance, providing a framework for future actions rooted in divine teachings and righteous precedents.
About Course
Islamic History Curriculum Overview:
Islamic History Curriculum is divided into four significant stages, aligning with the general themes of Islamic history:
∎ Exploration Stage in Quran Recitation:
Start your spiritual journey with the fundamental Arabic letters of the Quran. Under expert guidance, students polish their pronunciation, elevate their listening and writing abilities, and decode words and sentences, setting a robust foundation for Quran recitation.
∎ The Prophetic Era:
This stage encompasses crucial events preceding the prophethood, leading up to the events and occurrences during the time of Prophet Muhammad’s message.
∎ The Era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs:
This period marks the expansion of Islamic territories through conquests following the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, demonstrating the practical application of Islam’s teachings.
∎ The Umayyad Dynasty Era:
This stage represents the era of the Umayyad caliphate, characterized by its political and administrative developments within the Islamic world.
∎ The Abbasid Era, Followed by the Ottoman Empire:
This phase includes the Abbasid caliphate, followed by the Ottoman Empire, illustrating the continuation and evolution of Islamic governance and civilization.
Islamic History Curriculum is divided into four significant stages, aligning with the general themes of Islamic history:
∎ Exploration Stage in Quran Recitation:
Start your spiritual journey with the fundamental Arabic letters of the Quran. Under expert guidance, students polish their pronunciation, elevate their listening and writing abilities, and decode words and sentences, setting a robust foundation for Quran recitation.
∎ The Prophetic Era:
This stage encompasses crucial events preceding the prophethood, leading up to the events and occurrences during the time of Prophet Muhammad’s message.
∎ The Era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs:
This period marks the expansion of Islamic territories through conquests following the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, demonstrating the practical application of Islam’s teachings.
∎ The Umayyad Dynasty Era:
This stage represents the era of the Umayyad caliphate, characterized by its political and administrative developments within the Islamic world.
∎ The Abbasid Era, Followed by the Ottoman Empire:
This phase includes the Abbasid caliphate, followed by the Ottoman Empire, illustrating the continuation and evolution of Islamic governance and civilization.
The Era of Prophethood
LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 25 Hours
Summary: A short curriculum covering the time when Prophet Muhammad was delivering his message. It includes these five main parts:
Environment and Arab Peoples: Talks about what life was like for Arabs before Prophet Muhammad started spreading his message.
Prophetic Mission: Covers the time when Prophet Muhammad was telling people about Islam, focusing on his early years in Mecca and later in Medina.
Life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): Tells the story of Prophet Muhammad’s life before he became a prophet and the important things that happened to him.
Battles and Big Events: Talks about the important battles like Badr and Uhud, and other key events such as the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and the conquest of Mecca.
Completing the Message: Explains what happened after Prophet Muhammad died, having shared the message of Islam and advised his followers.
Summary: A short curriculum covering the time when Prophet Muhammad was delivering his message. It includes these five main parts:
Environment and Arab Peoples: Talks about what life was like for Arabs before Prophet Muhammad started spreading his message.
Prophetic Mission: Covers the time when Prophet Muhammad was telling people about Islam, focusing on his early years in Mecca and later in Medina.
Life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): Tells the story of Prophet Muhammad’s life before he became a prophet and the important things that happened to him.
Battles and Big Events: Talks about the important battles like Badr and Uhud, and other key events such as the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and the conquest of Mecca.
Completing the Message: Explains what happened after Prophet Muhammad died, having shared the message of Islam and advised his followers.
The Era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs
LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 25 Hours
Summary A curriculum dedicated to the era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs, represented by the four caliphs, may Allah be pleased with them, and the conquests and events they witnessed after the death of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. It covers the following axes:
Conditions in Medina after the Death of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him.
The Election of Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq, may Allah be pleased with him.
Expansion and Islamic Conquests.
The Era of Umar ibn Al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him.
The Era of Uthman ibn Affan, may Allah be pleased with him, and the Fitnah (tribulations) and disturbances that occurred during his reign.
The Era of Ali ibn Abi Talib, may Allah be pleased with him.
The Umayyad Dynasty Era
LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 15 Hours
Summary
Introduction to the Umayyad Dynasty era, covering its origins and early progression.
Exploration of notable Umayyad figures like Muawiyah ibn Abi Sufyan and Abdul-Malik ibn Marwan.
Analysis of key Umayyad caliphs such as Umar ibn Abdul-Aziz and Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik, along with the reasons and consequences of the dynasty’s downfall.
Summary
Introduction to the Umayyad Dynasty era, covering its origins and early progression.
Exploration of notable Umayyad figures like Muawiyah ibn Abi Sufyan and Abdul-Malik ibn Marwan.
Analysis of key Umayyad caliphs such as Umar ibn Abdul-Aziz and Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik, along with the reasons and consequences of the dynasty’s downfall.
Abbasid and Ottoman Eras
LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 50 Hours
Summary: We embark on an intriguing journey through various eras and states, starting from the early Abbasid period to modern times. We explore the development of Islamic civilization and its political, economic, and cultural influences throughout history. The curriculum covers the reign of Al-Saffah and the rule of Abbasid caliphs, highlighting the role of the Fatimid state and the Ottoman era. Additionally, it delves into the Andalusian and Mamluk periods, focusing on their foundational stages and periods of weakness in each state.
Summary: We embark on an intriguing journey through various eras and states, starting from the early Abbasid period to modern times. We explore the development of Islamic civilization and its political, economic, and cultural influences throughout history. The curriculum covers the reign of Al-Saffah and the rule of Abbasid caliphs, highlighting the role of the Fatimid state and the Ottoman era. Additionally, it delves into the Andalusian and Mamluk periods, focusing on their foundational stages and periods of weakness in each state.
Course Prerequisites
The curriculum is designed in a gradual manner to suit all ages starting from the age of five. To achieve the objectives of the curriculum, students are required to:
∎ Proficiency in Arabic or English.
∎ The ability to communicate remotely.
∎ Knowledge of the fundamentals of religion.
∎ Proficiency in Arabic or English.
∎ The ability to communicate remotely.
∎ Knowledge of the fundamentals of religion.
Course structure
Class Type: One-On-One & Group Classes
Requirements: Knowing the fundamentals of religion
Age: 5-70
Requirements: Knowing the fundamentals of religion
Age: 5-70