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All books are in Arabic, taught in English. Recorded sessions, lifetime access. Certificate of completion. The Arabic School is pleased to offer its Dars-e-Nizami (ʿĀlimiyyah) Arabic Level 1 Certificate Program, a structured introduction to the classical study of Arabic grammar and morphology. Designed around texts that have been taught in traditional seminaries for generations, this programme provides students with a systematic foundation in both Nahw (syntax) and Ṣarf (morphology), preparing them for higher-level studies in the Arabic and Islamic sciences. Curriculum: Nahw • Level 1.1: Naḥw Mīr (Theory) • Level 1.2: Sharḥ Miʾat ʿĀmil (Practical Grammar & Iʿrāb) Ṣarf • Level 1.1: aṣ-Ṣarf al-Bahāʾī (Essentials of Morphology) • Level 1.2: Mīzān wa Munshaʿib (Theory & Application) • Level 1.3: Irshād aṣ-Ṣarf (Abwāb and Taʿlīlāt) This certificate programme is delivered through professionally recorded lessons shared on a weekly basis, allowing students to study with flexibility while maintaining a structured academic progression. Students receive guided instruction, carefully organised lessons, and certification upon successful completion of the programme. Drawing upon the traditional Dars-e-Nizami curriculum while utilising modern teaching methods, this course offers a rigorous yet accessible pathway into the study of classical Arabic. For enrolment and further details, please contact us at: info@the-arabic-school.com

If you've completed Ṣarf Bahāʾī and Mīzān wa Munshaʿib or equivalent level 1 & 2 texts, and are wondering what to study next, my recorded Irshād aṣ-Ṣarf (Level 3) classes are now available. The text is in Arabic and the explanation in English. Lessons are shared weekly. Message us for access. Email: info@the-arabic-school.com WhatsApp: +923247940805 BarakAllahu feekum.

Alhamdulillah, today we successfully completed our Linguistic Study of the Qiṣār al-Mufaṣṣal (Nahw, Sarf, and Balaghah) course after 20 sessions. This journey began in the blessed month of Ramadan and took us through the short surahs of the Qur’an, from Surah ad-Duha to Surah an-Nas. Along the way, we explored their grammatical structures, highlighted important morphological and rhetorical points, and reflected on some of their meanings and lessons. One of the greatest ways to study Arabic grammar is to see it applied directly to the Book of Allah. Rather than studying rules in isolation, students were able to witness how Nahw, Sarf, and Balaghah come together in understanding the language of the Qur’an. May Allah accept the efforts of all the students who participated, reward them for their dedication, and increase us all in beneficial knowledge. We ask Allah to grant us a deeper understanding of His Book and allow us to continue serving it through learning and teaching. A new journey awaits, in sha Allah. #Arabic #Quran #Nahw #Sarf #Balaghah #ArabicGrammar #IslamicStudies #TheArabicSchool Want to take this course? Get access to the recordings: https://forms.gle/dD55V3KndNR3ZtLv7

Hidayat al-Nahw | Sample Session Introduction: The Three Nahwi Traditions Difference b/w I'rab and Tarkeeb Contents of Hidayat al-Nahw https://youtu.be/ggLJse-tC0E

Two Great Traditions of Nahw Tradition 1: • at-Tashīl – Ibn Mālik • Alfiyyah – Ibn Mālik • Qaṭr an-Nadā – Ibn Hishām • Shudhūr adh-Dhahab – Ibn Hishām Tradition 2: • al-Mufaṣṣal – az-Zamakhsharī • Kāfiyah – Ibn al-Ḥājib • Hidāyat an-Naḥw • Naḥw Mīr If you have studied texts such as al-Ājurrūmiyyah, or Sharḥ Miʾat ʿĀmil and are looking to progress to the next level, Hidāyat an-Naḥw is one of the finest intermediate-to-advanced texts in Arabic grammar. Written by ʿAllāmah Sirājuddīn Ibn ʿUthmān in the 13th century, it has remained a staple part of the Dars-e-Niẓāmī (ʿĀlimiyyah) curriculum for centuries. The text belongs to the Zamakhsharī–Ibn al-Ḥājib tradition of Nahw and occupies a similar academic level to the study of Qaṭr an-Nadā and Shudhūr adh-Dhahab. 📅 Classes commence: Saturday, 6th June Register now and begin your journey into one of the most structured and influential traditions of Arabic grammar. 🔗 Sign up: https://forms.gle/qZWvsBujv3itXnHR8

Some beneficial commentaries and explanations of Hidāyat an-Naḥw: 1. Dirāyat an-Naḥw 2. Ilhāmiyyah Sharḥ Hidāyat an-Naḥw 3. Iṣābat an-Naḥw 4. ʿInāyat an-Naḥw These are among the well-known works studied alongside Hidāyat an-Naḥw, helping students unpack its concise discussions and deepen their understanding of Arabic grammar. To join our brand-new course on Hidāyat an-Naḥw, please find the registration link below. ⬇️ For more details: https://forms.gle/gxVLe9bcbLHWifo59

My personal copy of Hidayat an-Nahw with my notes.

If you have completed the introductory stages of Arabic grammar and are looking to take the next step, then Hidayat un-Nahw is one of the finest classical texts to study. For generations, this text has served as a bridge between elementary grammar and the more advanced works of the tradition. Its systematic arrangement, precise definitions, and comprehensive treatment of grammatical topics make it an ideal preparation for advanced texts such as al-Kafiyah and Alfiyyah Ibn Malik and other higher works in Nahw. In this course, students will: • Study the text systematically from beginning to end • Understand the major principles of Arabic grammar through a classical framework • Learn how the rules apply to authentic Arabic texts • Gain a lot of practical exposure to grammatical analysis Whether you are a student of the Islamic sciences, a teacher, or a serious learner of Arabic, this course offers a structured path into the classical grammatical tradition. Registration is now open. Only a handful of seats are left. https://forms.gle/rnLnmU3kymztPKqU7

Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, On behalf of The Arabic School, we would like to wish all of our students, teachers, supporters, and their families a blessed and joyous Eid al-Adha. May Allah سبحانه وتعالى accept your sacrifices, عبادات, and good deeds, and may He fill your homes with happiness, barakah, and tranquility. We ask Allah to make this Eid a means of closeness to Him and a source of خير for the Ummah. We thank all of you for your continued support and companionship in this journey of seeking and teaching the Arabic language and the Islamic sciences. Eid Mubarak to you and your families. بارك الله فيكم The Arabic School

What makes Hidāyat al-Naḥw such a powerful grammar text is not merely the amount of information it contains, but the precision of its organisation. The text takes the student step by step through the structure of the Arabic language itself. It first gathers and discusses the major principles related to the Ism. Then it transitions into the rulings and discussions pertaining to the Fi‘l. Then finally, the Ḥarf. This systematic organisation allows the student to build grammar in a structured and coherent manner instead of studying disconnected rules in isolation. هداية النحو Hidāyat al-Naḥw A celebrated simplification of Ibn al-Ḥājib’s al-Kāfiyah and one of the finest intermediate to advanced texts in the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum. For many students, this text serves as the ideal bridge toward advanced works such as: • al-Kāfiyah of Ibn al-Ḥājib • Ibn Mālik’s Alfiyyah In this course, students will study the text in a structured and application-focused manner with: • Extensive I‘rāb practice • Applied grammar discussions • Worksheets and guided notes • Interactive explanation • Live and recorded sessions Instructor: Ustadh Ibrahim A. Farooqui • Every Saturday • 10:00 PM Makkah Time • 30 Sessions For students serious about progressing in classical Arabic grammar, Hidāyat al-Naḥw remains one of the most beneficial and well-organised paths forward. Registration now open. Details in the comments. Only a few seats left. FOR MORE DETAILS: https://forms.gle/euoQ7UzhD5TptjnL9

Seats are filling up fast and we are only accepting 15 students in this batch.

The early-bird discount ends on the 29th of May. The course starts on the 6th of June.

The Arabic School presents: هداية النحو Hidāyat al-Naḥw A Structured and In-Depth Study of one of the most important and widely taught grammar texts in the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum. Hidāyat al-Naḥw is regarded as an intermediate to advanced text in Naḥw, studied by serious students seeking a deeper understanding of Arabic grammar and its application. Our teachers would often mention that whoever truly studies Hidāyat al-Naḥw possesses a sufficient grounding in Naḥw. This course is designed for students who wish to move beyond memorising rules and develop the ability to practically apply grammar through analysis, explanation, and guided practice. Course Features: • Complete study of the text • Strong focus on applying grammatical principles • Extensive I‘rāb practice • Activities, worksheets, and guided notes • Benefit from explanations drawn from Dirāyat al-Naḥw • Live and recorded sessions • Certificate upon completion Instructor: Ustadh Ibrahim A. Farooqui Ustadh Ibrahim has taught at multiple madāris across Lahore and has studied Arabic sciences under scholars from the Arab and Indo-Pak traditions, including Moroccan, Pakistani, Shami, and Egyptian teachers. Schedule: Every Saturday 10:00 PM Makkah Time Duration: 30 Sessions Registration Fees: 200 USD Early Bird: 150 USD If you are looking to strengthen your understanding of Arabic grammar through a structured and traditional approach, this course is an excellent opportunity. Register now and secure your spot. https://forms.gle/avppjpPGixRdZjYW6

Alhamdulillah, today we successfully completed our Introduction to Arabic Literature program. In this course, we explored the history of Arabic literature and studied selected samples of literature from different periods, engaging with both poetry and prose across the classical tradition. I ask Allah subhanahu wa ta‘ala to place barakah in this effort and to make it beneficial for all who participated. Alhamdulillah for His tawfiq throughout. BarakAllahu feekum. What would you like to study next?

One root. Three vowelizations. Three meanings. Welcome to the world of Muthallath Qutrub, one of the most fascinating gateways into the depths of the Arabic language. This is not merely a vocabulary course. It is training in how Arabs understood the language and how they used it. Through this classical text, students discover how a slight change in the vowel (Harakah) transforms the meaning entirely, opening the door to stronger reading comprehension, sharper linguistic intuition, and a richer command of Arabic vocabulary. A science preserved and taught for centuries in Islamic seminaries across the world, and still studied within the renowned Mauritanian tradition and other traditions. In this program, students will: • Study the complete Muthallathat of Qutrub • Build a powerful Arabic vocabulary through a classical method • Develop greater precision in reading and understanding texts • Explore the subtleties and beauty of Arabic expression • Strengthen their connection to classical literature and Islamic sciences For the serious student of Arabic, this is a rare opportunity to study a text seldom taught in a structured and accessible manner. Live classes. Traditional instruction. Deep linguistic benefit. Registration is open. Avail the discount! For more details: https://forms.gle/FuM49ksLfVmxQ3LXA

Two classical ways of enriching your Arabic vocabulary. One of the biggest obstacles a student of Arabic faces at the beginning of their journey is a lack of vocabulary. This lack of vocabulary means that when they read Arabic texts, they cannot understand them properly and have to stop almost every other sentence to look up words. Vocabulary acquisition, therefore, is the foundation of language learning. Without vocabulary, you cannot truly progress in any language. Rules alone are of little benefit if you have nothing to apply them to. The scholars of Arabic traditionally followed two classical methods in acquiring vocabulary: 1. Reading Arabic texts and memorizing poetry. 2. Memorizing vocabulary-based works such as the Muthallathāt, al-Maqṣūr wal-Mamdūd, and similar texts. The Muthallathāt are among the best entry points into gaining Arabic vocabulary. Why? Because they introduce the student to a single root and demonstrate how changing the vowelization changes the meaning. For example, the root: غ م ر By changing the harakah, you get: غَمْر ، غِمْر ، غُمْر Three different words with three different meanings, all from one root. This is undoubtedly a shortcut to acquiring essential Arabic vocabulary. You learn one root and immediately gain multiple words through it. After both studying and teaching the Muthallathāt myself, I saw a clear impact on my reading ability. Whenever I encountered these roots and their vowel variations in texts, my mind would immediately return to the lines of Muthallath Qutrub, allowing me to recall the meaning instantly without consulting a dictionary. This is why the علماء placed such importance on these works. Many scholars versified Muthallath al-Qutrub, explained it, and even authored their own compilations of Muthallathāt, carefully gathering roots whose meanings changed with changes in vowelization. It is a simple yet effective way to learn vocabulary: learn one root, change the harakah, and you unlock new words and meanings. Alhamdulillah, Ustadh Mustafa will be teaching Muthallath Qutrub through three of its most important texts: • The poem of al-Bahnasī • Its poetic explanation by Ibn Zurayq • The poem of al-Maghribī Not only will students enjoy these texts as works of Arabic literature, but they will also acquire a good amount of vocabulary that will form the bedrock of their Arabic language journey. In addition to that, students will benefit from one of the greatest Arabic dictionaries ever written: Muʿjam Maqāyīs al-Lughah. Do not lose this opportunity. Sign up now, inshaAllah ta‘ala. FOR MORE DETAILS: https://forms.gle/SZhPxBKy34r8kdKe9

Alḥamdulillāh, all spots for our Matn al-Amthila and Matn al-Bināʾ course have now been filled. We will begin our study of these two foundational texts on the 20th of May, bi idhnillāh. Registration is still open for our flagship course on Muthallath Quṭrub. This course in ‘Ilm al-Mufradāt is a unique opportunity to build Arabic vocabulary through a classical method of vocabulary acquisition, understand how meanings vary with different vowel markers, and gain exposure to one of the greatest Arabic dictionaries, Muʿjam Maqāyīs al-Lughah. Students interested in developing a deeper connection with Arabic vocabulary and roots are encouraged to join. https://forms.gle/jQj8b5xEzMa1RePD7

A very important discipline from the disciplines of the Arabic language is علم اللغة, also known as علم متن اللغة and علم المفردات, Arabic lexicography. This discipline focuses on the study of Arabic vocabulary so that a student can increase their reading comprehension, recognize roots and their meanings, understand how words are used, and correctly understand and pronounce them. The scholars of Arabic developed many methods for studying vocabulary. Some studied vocabulary through poetry and prose, while others gathered specific categories of words and studied them independently. One famous category is known as المثلثات, words in which the meaning changes simply by changing a single vowel (harakah): فتحة، ضمة، كسرة. For example, consider the root غ م ر: غَمْر غِمْر غُمْر Each variation carries a different meaning. Simply changing the حركة on one letter changes the meaning of the word. Many scholars authored works on المثلثات. Among the earliest and most famous is the compilation of Qutrub رحمه الله, one of the great classical linguists of the Arabic language. Later scholars versified these مثلثات into poetry, including: • The poem of al-Bahnasī • The poetic explanation of Ibn Zurayq • The poem of al-Maghribī These three poetic works revolve around the مثلثات of Qutrub. There are also larger works on this subject, such as the works of al-Baṭalyusī and the lengthy poem of Ibn Mālik رحمه الله on المثلثات. If you wish to become acquainted with the discipline of علم متن اللغة, enrich your Arabic vocabulary, and understand how root meanings function in Arabic, then this course is an excellent opportunity. Ustadh Mustafa has designed a comprehensive study of مثلثات Qutrub, bringing together the three poetic versifications in one structured course. The course will also include benefits from one of the greatest Arabic dictionaries ever written: Muʿjam Maqāyīs al-Lughah by the great linguist Ibn Fāris رحمه الله, a dictionary renowned for exploring the underlying shared meanings between Arabic roots. Under Ustadh Mustafa’s guidance, students will study these مثلثات while also gaining exposure to the benefits of Maqāyīs al-Lughah and the deeper meanings of Arabic roots. This is a rare opportunity to study an important discipline of the Arabic language and benefit from one of the finest traditions of Arabic lexicography. Seats have already started to fill up. Sign up now, secure your spot, and avail the early bird discount, in shāʾ Allah Sign Up Today: https://forms.gle/jQj8b5xEzMa1RePD7