Noorani Qaida Course

Noorani Qaida is a fundamental guide for beginners to learn how to read the Quran. It serves as a stepping stone, helping learners understand Arabic letters, pronunciation, and basic tajweed rules. Here are the key points:

Purpose of Noorani Qaida

1. Noorani Qaida aims to provide a solid foundation for Quranic recitation.
2. It introduces learners to Arabic letters, diacritics (harakat), and basic rules.

Why Start with Noorani Qaida?

1. Beginners often struggle with Arabic script. Noorani Qaida simplifies this process.
2. It ensures correct pronunciation, which is crucial for understanding the Quran.

Components of Noorani Qaida

1. Arabic Letters Learn to recognize and pronounce each letter.
2. Harakat (Diacritics): Understand vowel markings (fatha, kasra, damma).
3. Basic Tajweed Rules: Begin with simple rules like elongation (madd) and stopping (waqf).
   

Course Structure

1. Class Type: One-on-One
2. Class Duration: 30 minutes
3. Age Level: Atleast 5 Years
4. Requirements: None
5. Course Level: Beginner
6. Course Period: Depends upon student’s ability
7. Tutor: Online Private tutor
8. Gender: Both Male/Female
9. Languages: Urdu / English/Hindi/Pashto/

What you will Learn in this Course?

1. You will learn recognition of Arabic letters in different shapes and sounds.
2. You will learn Makharij of the Arabic Alphabets.
3. You will learn basic rules of tajweed.
4. You will learn how to read Quran with proper pronunciation.
5. You will learn basic Islamic knowledge.

Noorani Qaida Course Outline:

1. Correct pronunciation of Arabic letters from their proper origin (Makhraj).
2. Learning of Alphabets shapes.
3. Compounds Letters or Huroof e Murakkabat.
4. Harakaat (Movements).
5. Standing Movements or Vertical Harakaat.
6. Maddah Letters.
7. Leen Letters.
8. Sukoon (Jazm).
9. Tashdeed.
10. Nunnation or Tanween.
11. Rules of Noon Sakin.
12. Rules of Meem Sakin.
13. Rules of Stop (Waqf).
14. Noorani Qaida exercises with the rules of Tajweed.

Noorani Qaida Lessons

There are 16 Noorani Qaida Lessons.

1. Noorani Qaida Lesson 1: Arabic Alphabets or Huroof e Mufridaat
2. Noorani Qaida Lesson 2: Compounds Letters or Huroof e Murakkabat
3. Noorani Qaida Lesson 3: Abbreviated Letters or Huroof e Muqta’at
4. Noorani Qaida Lesson 4: Movements or Harakaat
5. Noorani Qaida Lesson 5: Nunnation or Tanween
6. Noorani Qaida Lesson 6: Exercises of Harakaat and Tanween
7. Noorani Qaida Lesson 7: Standing Movements or Khari Harakaat
8. Noorani Qaida Lesson 8: Maddah and Leen Letters or Huroof e Maddah o Leen
9. Noorani Qaida Lesson 9: Exercise of Movements, maddah, Leen and Tanween
10. Noorani Qaida Lesson 10: Sukoon or Jazm
11. Noorani Qaida Lesson 11: Exercise of Sukoon or Jazm
12. Noorani Qaida Lesson 12: Tashdeed
13. Noorani Qaida Lesson 13: Exercise of Tashdeed
14. Noorani Qaida Lesson 14: Exercise of Tashdeed with Sukoon
15. Noorani Qaida Lesson 15: Exercise of Tashdeed with Tashdeed
16. Noorani Qaida Lesson 16: Exercise of Tashdeed after Maddah Letter

Importance of Noorani Qaida:

1. Strong Foundation: Noorani Qaida lays the groundwork for fluent Quranic recitation.
2. Clear Pronunciation: Correct pronunciation enhances understanding and connection with the Quran.
   
3. Gateway to Tajweed: It prepares learners for more advanced tajweed rules.
   

Join Noorani Qaida Course at Ayesha Quran Academy

Ready to embark on this beautiful journey? Enroll in our Noorani Qaida Course at Ayesha Quran Academy. Our experienced teachers will guide you step by step, ensuring you build a strong foundation in Arabic and tajweed.

Learning Arabic Letters and Sounds

Recognizing Arabic Alphabets:

1. Arabic has 28 letters, including both consonants and vowels.
2. Each letter has a unique shape and pronunciation.

Correct Pronunciation (Tajweed):

1. Fatha (ـَ): Represents the short “a” sound.
2. Kasra (ـِ): Represents the short “i” sound.
3. Damma (ـُ): Represents the short “u” sound.

Common Sounds and Rules:

1. Alif (ا): Represents the long “a” sound.
2. Ba (ب): Pronounced like “b.”
3. Ta (ت): Pronounced like “t.”
4. Tha (ث): Pronounced like “th” (as in “think”).
5. Jeem (ج): Pronounced like “j.”
6. Haa (ح): Pronounced like a strong “h.”
7. Khaa (خ): Pronounced from the throat (similar to the Scottish “loch”).
8. Dal (د): Pronounced like “d.”

Practice

1. Take time to practice each letter’s pronunciation.
2. Combine letters to form simple words.

Building Words and Syllables

Joining Letters to Create Words:

1. Now that we’ve learned Arabic letters, let’s combine them to form meaningful words.
2. Each word in Arabic consists of a sequence of letters.

Understanding Diacritics (Harakat):

1. Fatha (ـَ): Represents the short “a” sound. It appears as a small slanted line above a letter.
2. Kasra (ـِ): Represents the short “i” sound. It appears as a small slanted line below a letter.
3. Damma (ـُ): Represents the short “u” sound. It appears as a small curved line above a letter.

Practice Word Combinations:

1. “Kitab” (كِتَاب):
   1. Breakdown: Kaf (ك) + Ya (ي) + Ta (ت) + Alif (ا) + Ba (ب)
   2. Meaning: “Book”
2. “Masjid” (مَسْجِد):
   1. Breakdown: Meem (م) + Seen (س) + Jeem (ج) + Damma (ـُ) + Dal (د)
   2. Meaning: “Mosque”
3. “Salam” (سَلام):
   1. Breakdown: Seen (س) + Alif (ا) + Lam (ل) + Alif (ا) + Meem (م)
   2. Meaning: “Peace”

Keep Practicing:

1. Combine more letters to create additional words.
2. Pay attention to proper pronunciation and diacritics.

Reading Simple Quranic Verses

Applying What We’ve Learned:

1. Now that we’re familiar with Arabic letters and basic pronunciation, let’s read short Quranic verses.
2. Focus on proper tajweed rules and clarity.

Example Verses:

1. Surah Al-Fatiha (The Opening):
   1. بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
   2. Translation: “In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.”
   3. Breakdown: Ba (ب) + Seen (س) + Meem (م) + Alif (ا) + Lam (ل) + Ha (ه) + Alif (ا) + Lam (ل) + Ra (ر) + Ha (ه) + Meem (م) + Alif (ا) + Noon (ن) + Alif (ا) + Ra (ر) + Ha (ه) + Meem (م) + Alif (ا) + Noon (ن) + Alif (ا) + Ra (ر) + He (ه) + Ya (ي) + Meem (م)
   4. Note: The diacritics (harakat) guide us in pronunciation.
2. Surah Al-Ikhlas (The Sincerity):
   1. قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ
   2. Translation: “Say, ‘He is Allah, [who is] One.’”
   3. Breakdown: Qaf (ق) + Lam (ل) + Ha (ه) + Waw (و) + Alif (ا) + Lam (ل) + Lam (ل) + Ha (ه) + Alif (ا) + Laam (ل) + Ha (ه) + Alif (ا) + Noon (ن) + Alif (ا) + Ha (ه) + Dal (د) + Waw (و) + Alif (ا) + Ha (ه) + Ya (ي) + Alif (ا) + Ha (ه) + Dal (د) + Waw (و) + Alif (ا) + Ha (ه) + Meem (م)
   4. Note: Practice the correct pronunciation of each letter.

Keep Practicing:

1. Read more verses from the Quran.
2. Pay attention to elongation (madd) and stopping (waqf).

Advanced Techniques and Fluency

Advanced Tajweed Rules:

1. Ghunnah (Nasalization):
   • Some letters have a nasal sound when followed by specific letters (e.g., noon and meem).
   • Practice pronouncing these letters with the correct nasalization.
2. Idgham (Assimilation):
   • When certain letters meet, they merge into one sound.
   • Example: “Waqtu” (وَقْتُ) – The “ta” and “wa” merge smoothly.
3. Ikhfa (Concealing):
   • Conceal the sound of certain letters when followed by specific letters.
   • Example: “Bismillah” (بِسْمِ اللَّهِ) – The “meem” is lightly pronounced.

Reading Longer Passages:

1. Now that we’ve covered the basics, practice reading longer Quranic passages.
2. Focus on maintaining proper tajweed while maintaining fluency.

Achieving Fluency:

1. Consistent Practice:
   1. Regularly read Quranic verses aloud.
   2. Gradually increase the complexity of the passages.
2. Listen to Recitations:
   1. Listen to skilled reciters to understand rhythm and melody.
   2. Pay attention to their pronunciation and flow.

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing the Noorani Qaida Course! You’ve laid a strong foundation for Quranic recitation. Remember to continue practicing, seek guidance from knowledgeable teachers, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Quran.

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