1. Course Overview
Imam al-Tahawi's treatise represents the mainstream consensus of Sunni scholarship, presenting an exhaustive yet concise formulation of Islamic belief according to the school of the Salaf and the early Hanafi imams. The course covers each article with detailed textual analysis and theological commentary.
📖 Teaching Methodology & Medium of Instruction
- Classical Arabic Text (قراءة العبارة): Live line-by-line reading of the original text directly under the instructor's supervision to ensure precise vocalization, fluency, and scholarly rigour.
- Grammar & Syntactic Analysis (حل اللغات والإعراب): Comprehensive breakdown of complex sentence structures, Nahwi rules, and vocabulary roots for confident independent reading.
- Detailed Bilingual Explanation: In-depth commentary and legal discussions conducted primarily in Urdu, supplemented with clear English context and classical Arabic scholastic terms to suit students worldwide.
- Practical Application (استنباط المسائل): Connecting classical rulings, juristic arguments, and principles to contemporary questions and modern daily life.
2. Who Is This Course For?
Intermediate students of sacred knowledge, teachers, and dedicated Muslims seeking rigorous study of classical creed.
3. Learning Outcomes
By completing this structured course, you will achieve:
4. Syllabus & Curriculum Breakdown
Structured one-on-one progression overseen directly by your assigned instructor:
Module 1: Divine Transcendence & Unity
Articles on Allah's eternal existence, uniqueness, and transcendence over time, space, and likeness.
Module 2: The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ & the Quran
Prophethood, miracles, the uncreated speech of Allah, and ascension (Mi'raj).
Module 3: The Unseen, Intercession & Eschatology
The Throne, Pedestal, Angels, the Basin (Hawd), Intercession (Shafa'ah), and the afterlife.
Module 4: Faith, Sin & the Companions
Definition of Iman, status of grave sinners, obedience to Muslim rulers, and love of the Sahabah.
5. Classical Texts & Reference Works
Rooted in authentic classical scholarship, this course references the following authoritative sources:
- Matn al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah (Imam al-Tahawi)
- Sharh al-Tahawiyyah selections
6. Your Instructor
Molana Faizan Tahir
Alim from Jamia Imdadia Faisalabad, Post-Graduate Diploma (PDDU), and MPhil in Islamic Sciences from Riphah International University.
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Prerequisites
Foundational Islamic Beliefs or equivalent study.
Certificate of Completion
Academy Certificate in Classical Sunni Theology (Tahawiyyah).
Frequently Asked Questions
Al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah: Core Sunni Creed is taught exclusively as live 1-on-1 online classes, not group sessions. Every lesson is a private video session with your teacher, so the pace, explanations and corrections are tailored to your level and goals.
Al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah: Core Sunni Creed is taught by Molana Faizan Tahir, Scholar in Islamic Sciences & Academic Pedagogy at HF Nexus Academy. All our teachers are certified Islamic scholars trained in traditional institutions. When booking your free trial you can choose a male or female tutor preference, and our admissions team will confirm availability for this course.
Yes. Al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah: Core Sunni Creed lessons are scheduled in your local time, whether you live in North America, the UK, Europe, Australia, or the Arabian Gulf. Classes can be arranged on weekdays or weekends, in the morning or evening, to fit around work, school and family commitments.
Al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah: Core Sunni Creed typically takes 4 Months of consistent 1-on-1 study at the Intermediate level. The curriculum is organized into 4 modules: Divine Transcendence & Unity; The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ & the Quran; The Unseen, Intercession & Eschatology; Faith, Sin & the Companions. Your teacher adjusts the pace to your weekly class frequency and progress.
Al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah: Core Sunni Creed is recommended for: Intermediate students of sacred knowledge, teachers, and dedicated Muslims seeking rigorous study of classical creed. Prerequisites: Foundational Islamic Beliefs or equivalent study.
Yes. On completing Al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah: Core Sunni Creed, students are awarded: Academy Certificate in Classical Sunni Theology (Tahawiyyah). Awards are issued by HF Nexus Academy based on your teacher's assessment of your progress.
Yes. You can book a free 30-minute 1-on-1 trial class for Al-Aqeedah al-Tahawiyyah: Core Sunni Creed with no payment details required. During the trial your teacher assesses your current level and goals and recommends a study plan; after that, our admissions team confirms your regular schedule so you can begin lessons.
Curriculum Pathways & Related Courses
This course is part of our structured Aqeedah & Islamic Theology curriculum. You can also explore our step-by-step Curated Learning Paths or continue your studies with these related courses: