Reading and understanding the Qur’an online should feel peaceful, intentional, and structured. Allah commands, “Recite the Qur’an with measured recitation” (Surah Al-Muzzammil 73:4) and advises, “Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and good instruction” (Surah An-Naḥl 16:125). Guided by these verses, this article explains what the Islamic calendar months are, how learners can connect them to daily worship, and which online programs fit North American schedules while serving students globally.
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What is the Islamic Calendar (Hijrī) and its Months?
The Islamic calendar is a lunar system of 12 months used to mark key acts of worship such as fasting, pilgrimage, zakāh, and ʿĪd celebrations.
The months are:
Muḥarram, Ṣafar, Rabīʿ al-Awwal, Rabīʿ al-Thānī, Jumādā al-Ūlā, Jumādā al-Ākhirah, Rajab, Shaʿbān, Ramaḍān, Shawwāl, Dhū al-Qaʿdah, and Dhū al-Ḥijjah.
“The number of months with Allah is twelve… of them four are sacred.” (Surah At-Tawbah 9:36)
Observing the Months with Your Family
- Use a Hijrī wall or mobile calendar.
- Highlight key dates: Ramaḍān, Dhū al-Ḥijjah (Ḥajj), ʿĀshūrāʾ (Muḥarram), and mid-Shaʿbān.
- Link lessons on prayer times, sūrah study, and duʿāʾ to the calendar.
- Travelers can take special modules on prayer times, combining ṣalāh, and travel-friendly Qur’an routines.
Why This Matters for Qur’an Learning
- Worship literacy: Knowing sacred months supports prayer, fasting, and zakāh.
- Routine: Monthly markers encourage regular duʿāʾ, fasting, and Qur’anic reflection.
- Family connection: Builds Islamic heritage awareness.
- Application: Links subjects like halal income, contracts, and ʿUmrah budgeting to everyday life.
Top Program Types for USA & Canada
Reading Fluency & Tajwīd
For: Beginners and returners
Covers: Script, vowels, and tajwīd rules
Why it works: Live correction ensures accuracy better than app-based practice
Tafsīr & Vocabulary Tracks
For: Learners seeking depth and meaning
Covers: Sūrah al-Baqarah, Āl ʿImrān, and Qur’anic stories
Certificates: Tafsīr overview diploma and Qur’anic synonyms study
Memorization & Accountability
For: Teens and adults
Covers: Juz’ and ḥizb pacing, structured review plans
Extras: Winter intensives and online challenges
Professional & Traveler Modules
For: Working professionals and frequent travelers
Covers: Evening tajwīd sessions, travel prayers, halal food, and Qiblah guidance
Explore programs: Courses at Ijazaah
North American Scheduling by Role
Programs are customized for:
- Homeschool families – Michigan, Miami
- Military & retirees – Austin, Pennsylvania
- Developers & engineers – Arizona, Oregon, Las Vegas
- Professionals – consultants, nurses, truck drivers, volunteers, professors
All use the same structured, respectful curriculum—no facial imagery, modest visuals, and family-safe content.
10–12 Week Sample Roadmap
- Weeks 1–2: Hijrī overview, Qur’anic syntax basics
- Weeks 3–4: Recitation metrics and accuracy tools
- Weeks 5–6: Tafsīr of Al-Baqarah, belief foundations
- Weeks 7–8: Travel topics, ʿIshāʾ timing, holiday preparation
- Weeks 9–10: Āl ʿImrān themes and key biographies
- Weeks 11–12: Final project—heritage map or translation reflection
Sensitive Topics, Handled Gently
- Sectarian differences introduced only at higher levels
- Well-being support or referrals when appropriate
- Cross-madhhab neutrality (Hanafi, Māliki, Shāfiʿī, Ḥanbali)
- All materials maintain modest visuals and halal educational ethics
FAQs
How do I calculate Hijrī months?
Use a synced app or your local masjid calendar. Basic moon-sighting principles are explained in class.
Best resources for Qur’anic punctuation?
Use a verified mushaf and HD audio with your teacher’s notes. Apps help but don’t replace live correction.
Are there diplomas?
Yes. Reading, tajwīd, tafsīr, translation, and ijāzah diplomas are offered.
Where is Qur’anic syntax taught?
Inside tafsīr and Arabic language tracks—applied, not abstract.
Why is sharīʿah important?
It teaches mercy, justice, and balance—guiding how to worship, work, and live ethically.
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