Description
Brief description
Students will study Surah’s Yusuf focusing the key themes of the surah and the lessons we can derive from the story of Yusuf AS.
Prerequisites
None
Content summary objectives
- Introduce students to the basic themes of the chapters being taught.
- Introduce students to the causes of revelation and historical/social context.
- Commentary of verses with a view to understanding the general themes of surah content, the correct meaning and context of verses.
- Encourage students to think about how the lessons we learn in the surah can be applied in our own lives.
- Encourage students to think about how the Quran is a source of guidance for us in our own lives as we reflect upon guidance contained in the verses of Surah Yusuf.
Learning outcomes
- Knowledge and understanding
- Awareness of the basic themes of Surah Yusuf.
- Knowledge of some causes of revelation and context.
- Awareness of basic linguistics (where applicable).
- Awareness of how the lessons inherent in the surah can be a source of guidance for one’s life.
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Skills
Students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an accurate understanding of the basic meaning of a verse
- Demonstrate a little awareness of any discussions surrounding verses of a juristic, socio-political nature or show contemporary relevance of verses;
- Demonstrate some knowledge of how Arabic words are used in a Qur’anic context and relate that to its etymology;
- For students with some Arabic background: To be able to demonstrate some ability to analyse the text and independently translate it accurately in to English;
Teaching and learning strategies
- The classes will be conducted through lectures and discussions. All students are expected to prepare for the lessons by consulting basic materials before class.
Delivery
- This course will be streamed live online.
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