DarusSalam Seminary

Tafhim Weekend Islamic Studies

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The importance of pursuing Islāmic knowledge continues throughout all stages of one’s life. After fulfilling the obligations of worship and the need to seek sustenance, one should participate in studying Islām as much as they are able. The Tafhīm program focuses on providing educational opportunities for eager learners of all ages on a part-time basis.

Every Muslim must know the material covered in these courses. By attending Tafhīm, one will acquire their farḍ al-ʿayn knowledge; in addition, through introductory lessons in some of the most fundamental Islāmic subjects, one will gain a familiarity with classical scholarship. Islāmic theology, law, and spirituality are focused on in the program.

Join at any time and learn at your own pace

This program consists of eight 16-week semesters, each of which includes three courses. The subjects covered vary between Islamic law (fiqh), theology (aqidah), prophetic biography (sirah), and more. 

DarusSalam offers separate Saturday and Sunday tracks to accommodate the schedules of working students. Each track completes the entire curriculum in eight consecutive semesters. Students enrolled in both Saturday and Sunday tracks can complete the entire curriculum in just four consecutive semesters (two years) of study.

The Tafhim program is unique in that none of the courses have prerequisites. This means that you may join the program at the beginning of any semester and continue for four years to complete the curriculum. Students may enroll in as many or as few classes per semester as they desire.