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Qur'an Tafsir

Understand what you recite, and let its verses guide your day.

Teens & adultsNo Arabic neededOne-to-one classes
Book a free class It starts with a free trial class where your teacher learns what you've memorized and what you want to understand, and chooses with you the surahs to start with.

About the course

Qur'an Tafsir at Bilqalam Institute is a course for teens and adults that takes you from reading the verses to understanding them and living by them. We usually start with the surahs you've memorized and pray with, like Juz' Amma, then move on to longer surahs as you wish. For each surah, we look at its theme and the reason it was revealed where one is known, explain the meaning of its words and verses based on trusted books of tafsir, and stop at the practical lessons that touch your life. The course moves at your pace, in live one-to-one classes, with a report after every class.

How does the course work?

We begin with the surahs you know. In the free trial class, the teacher learns what you've memorized and what you want to understand, and chooses with you the surahs to start with. Each live one-to-one class then brings together reading the verses, explaining their meaning and context, pausing on what they mean for your life, and space for your questions, at times you choose around your schedule. Every class report is saved to your account on the site.

What will you learn?

You'll understand Allah's words in a way that changes how you read and how you pray. Here's what you'll learn:

  • The theme and main aims of each surah
  • The meaning of key Qur'anic words
  • The context of the verses and why they were revealed
  • Practical lessons and values from every surah
  • Connecting the verses to your everyday life
  • Tadabbur: how to reflect on the Qur'an on your own

Who is this course for?

This course is for anyone who reads or has memorized some of the Qur'an and wants to understand what they recite: from teens and young people to adults and parents. You don't need to know Arabic, as classes are also available in English.

  • Anyone who has memorized surahs and wants to understand them
  • Anyone who wants more focus in salah by understanding what they recite
  • Parents who want to explain the Qur'an to their children

Who will teach you

This course is taught by male and female teachers who specialize in Islamic studies and tafsir, and you choose the teacher who suits you. If the fit isn't right, we'll switch teachers at no cost.

What our students say

I am so grateful to Bilqalam Quran Institute for providing such a beautiful Quran learning experience. My son Usmaan recently had a trial class with Teacher Khadija, and we were truly impressed by her kindness, patience, and teaching style. Teacher Khadija is a wonderful teacher who teaches with love, care, and dedication. She made Usmaan feel comfortable and encouraged him throughout the class. We could see her passion for teaching the Quran and helping students improve. I highly recommend Bilqalam Quran Institute to all parents who are looking for a caring and knowledgeable Quran teacher for their children. May Allah bless Teacher Khadija and the entire institute with endless barakah, success, and reward for spreading the knowledge of the Quran. JazakAllah Khair for your amazing service. Ameen 🤲❤️
🇺🇸Usmana Ali · United States
I wanted to say Jazakallah Khair and may Allah bless teacher shrook, hajar and teacher marwa. May allah grant them the highest level of Jannah aamiin. I am amazed with my boys each day we see a lot improving. Alhamdulillah I couldnt have landed in a better place than bilqalam institute 😍
🇺🇸Rawiya · United States
Wa Alaikum Assalam wa Rahmatullah. I am doing well, Alhamdulillah. How are you? I would rate my experience a 10/10, as I have noticed significant progress. I sincerely appreciate Sister Rania and the entire team for their support. Thank you very much.
🇺🇸Areef Abubakar · United States
Alhamdulilaah rabbil caalamiin that my boys every month improving so much their spiritual and educational development , thanks to teacher hajr and teacher shook their efforts. Most of all we grateful we found bilaqalam institute for our boys. I would give 10/10 recommendations.
🇨🇦Talha and Ubaid · Canada

Questions about the course

Do I need to know Arabic?

No. Classes are available in English or Arabic, and your teacher explains the important Qur'anic words step by step.

How is this different from the Understand the Qur'an course?

Understand the Qur'an teaches you the language of the Qur'an itself, so you can understand the verses directly in Arabic. Qur'an Tafsir explains the meaning, context and lessons of the verses, and you can start it without knowing any Arabic.

Is it suitable for my teenager?

Yes. The teacher explains in a way that suits their age and connects the verses to what they face at school and in daily life. For younger children, we have the Islamic Studies for Kids course.

Are female teachers available?

Yes. We have qualified female teachers, and you choose a male or female teacher to suit you. If it isn't the right match, we'll change it for free at any time.

Pricing

From $7 an hour · 1-on-1 sessions

The hourly rate is the same on every package, and packages differ only in monthly hours. You choose the class length: 30, 45 or 60 minutes. You start with a free 30-minute trial class, then we confirm the package that suits you.

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Understanding the Qur'an starts with a free class

Your teacher learns what you need and chooses with you the surahs to start with. Then you decide whether the course is right for you.

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