أساسيات الإسلام

Basic Islamic Knowledge

The essentials every Muslim should know: kalimas, pillars, faith, short surahs and manners.

About this course

The essentials, clearly taught

A gentle course in the fundamentals for young children, new Muslims and anyone who wishes to be sure of the basics. It covers what to believe, what to memorise first and how to live day to day as a Muslim.

What the student will learn

Clear outcomes, lesson by lesson

Memorise the Kalimas with their meaning

Know the five pillars and the articles of faith

Memorise short surahs for prayer

Learn everyday duas

Know halal and haram in daily life

Practise Islamic greetings and manners

The learning path

How the course progresses

  1. Faith

    The kalimas and the articles of faith.

  2. The pillars

    What each pillar means in practice.

  3. Memorisation

    Short surahs and essential duas.

  4. Daily life

    Cleanliness, food, manners and good habits.

Questions about this course

Basic Islamic Knowledge: common questions

Is this suitable for someone new to Islam?

Yes. Lessons are private, unhurried and start from the very beginning.

Is anything memorised?

Yes, at a comfortable pace: the kalimas, a few short surahs and daily duas.

Begin with a free trial class

Meet the teacher, see how the lesson works, and decide with no obligation.