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Shia Tafseer of the Quran Online

Understand what you recite. Study the meaning, context and lessons of the verses of the Holy Quran in the light of the teachings of the Ahlul Bayt (as), live and one to one with a Shia teacher.

Level
Intermediate
Who can join
Age 12 and up
Per class (60 min on family plans)
30 min
Live with a Shia teacher
One to one

About this course

About the Tafseer of the Quran Course

Tafseer means explaining the Quran: what the verses mean, when and why they were revealed, and what they ask of us today. The Ahlul Bayt (as) are the true interpreters of the Book of Allah, and our Tafseer classes draw on their teachings.

Lessons follow the surahs you choose with your teacher, often starting with the surahs you recite every day in salah. You read the verses, learn their meaning, explore their context and discuss how they apply to your own life.

Classes are one to one, so you can ask questions freely. Teenagers and adults alike find that understanding the Quran transforms how they recite and pray.

From the Quran and the Ahlul Bayt (as)

Words of Guidance

أَفَلَا يَتَدَبَّرُونَ الْقُرْآنَ أَمْ عَلَىٰ قُلُوبٍ أَقْفَالُهَا

“Do they not reflect upon the Quran, or are there locks upon their hearts?”

Surah Muhammad 47:24

أَلَا لَا خَيْرَ فِي قِرَاءَةٍ لَيْسَ فِيهَا تَدَبُّرٌ

“Beware, there is no good in a recitation that has no reflection in it.”

Imam Ali (as), al Kafi

Your learning path

How You Will Learn

The Tafseer of the Quran course moves through clear stages. Your teacher sets the pace with you.

  1. 1

    Stage 1

    The surahs of salah

    Begin with Al Fatiha and the short surahs you recite every day, so your prayer comes alive.

  2. 2

    Stage 2

    Meaning and context

    Learn what each verse means and the circumstances in which it was revealed.

  3. 3

    Stage 3

    Narrations of the Ahlul Bayt (as)

    Study how the Imams (as) explained the verses and what they taught from them.

  4. 4

    Stage 4

    Reflection and action

    Discuss the lessons with your teacher and how to live by them day to day.

How we teach

Our Teaching Method

A simple path that works for children and adults alike.

  1. 01

    We listen first

    In your first free class your teacher listens to you read and finds your exact level. No tests, no pressure.

  2. 02

    A plan made for you

    Together we choose the right course and pace for your goals, whether that is reading, Hifz or understanding.

  3. 03

    Learn by reciting

    Every class is live. You recite, your teacher corrects you on the spot, and good habits build week by week.

  4. 04

    Understand and live it

    As you progress, you learn what the verses mean and how the Quran and the Ahlul Bayt (as) guide daily life.

Age 12 and up

Who This Course Is For

No age limit and no pressure. If any of these sound like you, this course is a great fit.

  • Teenagers

    Young people with questions about their faith who want answers from the Quran itself.

  • Adults

    Anyone who recites regularly and now wants to understand what they are reciting.

  • Parents and educators

    Those who want to explain the Quran to children with confidence.

  • Students of Hifz

    Memorizers who want to understand the verses they carry in their hearts.

Plans from $30 a month

One to one classes, individual and family plans. Your first 3 classes are free.

FAQ

Tafseer of the Quran Course Questions

Answers to what students and parents usually ask about this course.

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Do I need to know Arabic for Tafseer classes?

No. Classes are taught in clear English. Being able to read the Arabic text helps, but meanings are explained in English throughout.

Which sources do you use?

Classes are based on the teachings of the Ahlul Bayt (as) and recognised Shia works of Tafseer. Your teacher explains the sources as you go.

Can I choose which surahs to study?

Yes. Many students start with the surahs they recite in salah, but you can agree any starting point with your teacher.

How do the 3 free trial classes work?

Send us your details or message us on WhatsApp. We arrange 3 free one to one classes with a Shia teacher at a time that suits you. You only choose a plan if you want to continue.

Can I choose a male or female teacher?

Yes. Just mention your preference in the message box or on WhatsApp when you book. Sisters and girls can learn with a female teacher, and boys and men with a male teacher.

How long is each class?

Each class is 30 minutes. You choose how many classes you take each month, from 4 to 20, depending on your goals and schedule.

Free trial

Book Your 3 Free Classes

Tell us a little about you and we will arrange 3 free one to one classes with a Shia teacher at a time that suits you.

Choose your country first, so we can check your number.

For example, who is learning, their age or the best days for classes.

No payment needed. We reply on WhatsApp.

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