You studied the rules of tajwīd (with Critical Loyalty or elsewhere), but are wondering where these rules came from anyway? Or, you haven’t studied tajwīd and are wondering why it matters – what’s the big deal anyway? This course takes you to the beginning. Where did it all start? Take a journey through the evolution of tajwīd.
Topics covered include:
How it all started!
The steps that anyone needs to take prior to starting tajwīd.
The history of Arabic grammar/linguistics and the connection with tajwīd.
Why tajwīd exists and who brought it to the world.
Everything to do with the Arabic letters.
Detailed analysis of the letters from al-Kitāb by Sībawayh and al-ʻAyn by al-Farāhīdī.
The points and manners of articulation of the Arabic letters.
Days: Saturdays from 12pm – 1pm MST
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