Foundations of Fiqh
Core Track · Level 1 · Fiqh
- Level
- 1
- Semester
- Year-round
- Duration
- Academic year
- Format
- Online or in person
A clear path from study to understanding.
An introduction to Islamic law for beginners, covering the pillars of Islam, purification, prayer, halal and haram, transactions, and the importance of following a madhhab.
By the end of the year, students will understand the foundations of Islamic law and confidently apply essential rulings in their daily lives.
Plan your term.
Course availability and exact class times are confirmed when registration opens for each semester.
- Course code
- FIQ101
- Subject
- Fiqh
- Track
- Core track
- Semester
- Year-round
- Level
- Level 1 · Foundations
- Credits earned
- 2 credits
- Schedule
- Monday & Wednesday · 7:00–8:00 PM
- Duration
- Full academic year · Fall, Spring & Summer
- Prerequisites
- None
- Format
- Online or in person · Evening · Ages 14+
Maulana Abdurrahman Patel
Current teaching assignments may be adjusted before the semester begins. Any change will be confirmed with registered students.
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