Tajweed – A Gift for the Children (Tuhfatul Atfaal)

This course is a comprehensive study of Tuhfatul Atfaal, a celebrated classical poem by Imam Sulaymān al-Jamzūrī that introduces students to the foundational rules of Tajwīd. Aimed at beginners, the course breaks down the poetic verses line by line, enabling students to understand and apply essential rules of Quranic pronunciation such as Noon Sakinah, Meem Sakinah, and rules of Madd. The course is ideal for anyone seeking to improve their recitation in a structured and traditional format, guided by the Qur’an and Sunnah.

Students will learn:

• The context and significance of Tuhfatul Atfaal in Tajweed studies

• The correct pronunciation of Arabic letters from their articulation points (Makharij)

• Rules of Noon Sakinah and Tanween (e.g., Idgham, Iqlab, Ikhfa, and Ithhar)

• Rules of Meem Sakinah and the different types of Madd (elongation)

• How to practically apply these rules during Qur’an recitation

• A deeper connection with the Qur’an through correct and beautiful recitation