Lesson 1: Surah Al-Fatiha

Surah Al-Fatiha is the opening chapter of the Quran and is recited in every unit of the Muslim prayer. It serves as a complete prayer summarizing the essence of the Quran: praise of Allah, His mercy, sovereignty, guidance, and the path to righteousness.

Topics:

• Meaning and Translation: Line-by-line translation with simple Urdu and English explanations.

• Tafsir (Explanation): Detailed explanation from classical tafasir like Ibn Kathir, focusing on Allah’s names, the concept of worship, and supplication for guidance.

• Tajweed Rules: Proper pronunciation, elongation (madd), and stopping points (waqf).

• Audio Recitation: With slow-paced and word-by-word recitation for learning.