Even before the Qur’ān was revealed, the Arabs knew about Allāh.  Arabic speaking Christians and Jews use the word “Allāh” to mean God. This short introductory lesson explores the history of the word “Allah” and sets the intellectual tone of the entire syllabus for the grade.

What is the significance of the sūrah? What are its other names and the significance of the names? What are the invocation, affirmation and petition parts in the sūrah?  The lesson provides in-depth analysis of sūrah Fātiha.

Fātiha serves as a prayer for the Muslims just as Lord’s Prayer serves as a prayer for the Christians. The lesson investigates similarities and dissimilarities of both the prayers and shows why Fātiha is a superior prayer in terms of majesty, overall appeal, petition and guidance – not only for Muslims but for people from other faith.

The lesson takes a careful look at the manner Qur’ān was preserved by the Prophet and later compiled by the Companions. The roles of the scribes, Prophet, Companions, wives of the Prophet are discussed.

 The Qur’ān provides guidelines as to how the verses should be interpreted for ordinary understanding as well as for exegetical works. The Qur’ān contains two fundamental types of verses. The lesson provides an analytical view of what the terms mean and how commentators of the Qur’ān use these guidelines.

 The lesson discusses various divine names and the significance of the names. These names are means to understand and ‘discover’ Allāh and emulate His traits in ourselves.

Muslim youths constantly interact with friends from other faith. It is important to understand what is Bible and how the Bible and the Qur’ān are similar or dissimilar. This lesson provides an analysis of the two books from the standpoint of textual, spiritual, structural approaches.

The Bible contains prophecy of Muhammad (S), but Christian scholars disagree about the interpretation of the prophecy. This lesson takes a critical look at the prophecy as stated in the Qur’ān and in the Bible. The lesson analyzes the meaning and significance of biblical term “comforter.”

The Western TV and media portray Islam as a violent religion. Violence is often thrust upon the Muslims and they respond violently. This lesson analyzes whether Islam is a violent religion. 

The Qur’ān says kill them wherever you find them. This verse is often misinterpreted by the West. This lesson analyzed some of the ‘sword’ verses and explained them in the proper context.

The Prophet(S) was accused by the contemporary audience in many different ways. This lesson analyzes what were the common accusations, what these accusations meant and why and how the Qur’ān dispelled the accusations.

This lesson presents an analysis of sūrah al-‘Asr. It shows the majesty of the sūrah and shows how this sūrah can guide every Muslim towards righteousness.

This lesson provides an analysis of what are the permitted and prohibited foods, as stated in the Qur’ān. What are the food related laws and what are the food related instructions given in the Qur’ān. 

The Qur’ān says food of the People of the Book is allowed for the Muslim. Can this permission be extended to all food they prepare, including animals killed by stunning, for example? So how to interpret and understand the permission given in the verse? This lesson analyzes the issues and provides a balanced solution for children living in the West. 

We often study stories about prophets but seldom try to analyze their character traits or personality types. This lesson analyses various dimensions of Mūsā’s personality. What made him a great prophet and what were his weaknesses?

The Jews claim they are God’s chosen people. The Qur’ān speaks about making then chosen people at one time. What it takes to be God’s chosen people? This lesson analyzes the issue.

Khadījah(R) is mentioned as one of the four perfect women. What made her a great woman? This lesson analyzes the trial and tribulations she went through during her married life with the Prophet(S) and discuses her dedication and commitment that excelled her as a woman, wife,  and mother.

The Prophet(S) married 13 different women at various time. What were the reason and circumstanced under which he married them? The lesson provides a systematic study of the subject and provides a balanced analysis to understand the much debated topic. 

The Prophet(S) married Zainab, who was his former 'daughter'-in-law. How and why this marriage took place? The lesson analyzes the circumstances and answers some of the issues.

In the earlier grade the students studied about Adam and Eve. In this lesson the life of the couple is re-introduced to analyze the events took place in the Garden, with additional depth and perspective. 

The Qur’ān speaks of various women and their issues. Not all of them were named. This lesson identifies all these women and discusses their episodes.

The lesson is an overview of the Shi‘ahs – what are its various forms and how are they different and similar to the Sunnis.

 Fiqh is a complex subject. This lesson introduces Fiqh or Islamic Jurisprudence, its methodologies, fields and application.

The lesson provides a history of Islam in America before and after Columbus. Emphasis is upon the trend of Islam in the modern times.

In the “Western” life, free mixing of man and woman is accepted. But Islam views it differently. This lesson prepares students to understand Islamic view point so that they can take correct steps in life.

Alcohol and gambling are evils in the society but students in the US are increasingly experimenting with it. This lesson teaches the students the Islamic standpoint so that they can make right choice in life when placed face to face with alcohol and gambling.

Many Muslims take casual approach towards the religion. This lesson shows how all of us can move from being indifferent to religion to improving our faith and action.

Good family values create good Muslims and good citizens. This lesson discusses some of the family values everybody, particularly youths, must demonstrate in their life and possibly encourage their parent to emulate the values.              

This complex topic is made easy in this interesting lesson. It gives an overview of public finance at the time of the Prophet and soon after him. The Qur’ān speaks of social security, zakah and sadaqah etc. How these aspects were handled under the early forms of public finance.