Online Tajweed Quran Course

At-TajwΔ«d al-MuαΉ£awwar (Illustrated Tajweed), authored by the renowned Qur’anic scholar Dr. Ayman Rushdi Swaid, is a comprehensive visual guide that covers the entire science of proper Qur’anic recitation using detailed anatomical diagrams, color codes, and modern phonetics.

Core Topics Covered in At-Tajwid al-Musawwar


ο‚· Introduction to Quranic Recitation: History and definition of the science of Tajweed, along
with the rules of seeking refuge (Isti’adhah) and the Basmala.
ο‚· Anatomy of Speech: Detailed diagrams of the human speech organs (A’ada al-Nutq) in the
mouth, throat, and nasal cavity.
ο‚· Points of Articulation (Makhārij al-αΈ€urΕ«f): The precise 17 physical locations from where
every Arabic letter originates.
ο‚· Characteristics of Letters (αΉ’ifāt al-αΈ€urΕ«f): Inherent permanent and non-permanent qualities of
letters (such as Hams, Jahr, Isti’la’, Istifal, and Qalqalah).
ο‚· Rules of Noon Saakinah and Tanween: Detailed visual breakdowns of Izhar (clear), Idgham
(merging), Iqlab (converting), and Ikhfa (concealing).
ο‚· Rules of Meem Saakinah: Regulations governing the pronounced interactions of a silent Meem.
ο‚· Lengthening (Madd): Natural and secondary elongation types, their precise timings (counts),
and special exceptions.
ο‚· Heavy and Light Letters (TafkhΔ«m and TarqΔ«q): Rules dictating when specific letters (like the
Ra’ and Lam in the majestic name of Allah) must be elevated or thinned.
ο‚· Stopping and Starting (Waqf and Ibtidā’): Guidelines on where to pause safely and how to
resume recitation properly, including advanced topics like Rawm and Ishmam.
ο‚· Common Mistakes (Abraz al-Akhta’): Visual warnings pointing out recurrent phonetic errors
made by learners

What Will You Learn?

Understand what Tajweed means, why it is important, and how applying Tajweed rules helps preserve the correct pronunciation and recitation of the Quran.

Learn the correct places from which Arabic letters are pronounced. Students will practice identifying and producing each letter accurately.

Understand the characteristics of Arabic letters and learn how these characteristics affect Quranic pronunciation and recitation.

Learn the major Tajweed rules related to Noon Saakinah and Tanween, including:

  • Izhaar
  • Idghaam
  • Iqlaab
  • Ikhfaa

Learn the rules of Meem Saakinah and how to apply them correctly while reciting the Quran.

Understand when and how Quranic letters should be prolonged. Students will learn different types of Madd and practice maintaining the correct duration during recitation.

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Learn the correct method of producing the echoing sound associated with the Qalqalah letters and understand where it should be applied.

Learn the nasal sound used in specific Quranic recitation rules and practice producing Ghunnah correctly.

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Understand the difference between Tafkheem (heavy pronunciation) and Tarqeeq (light pronunciation), and learn how to pronounce letters correctly according to their rules.

Learn when Laam and Raa are pronounced heavily or lightly, with practical examples from the Quran.

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Who Can Join This Course?

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Online Tajweed Quran Basics Course
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Learning Outcomes

By completing the Tajweed Course, students will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of Tajweed
  • Pronounce Arabic letters correctly
  • Identify the Makharij of letters
  • Apply important Tajweed rules during Quran recitation
  • Improve their pronunciation and fluency
  • Recognize common recitation mistakes
  • Apply rules of Madd, Qalqalah, Ghunnah, Ikhfaa, Idghaam and Izhaar
  • Understand appropriate stopping and starting points
  • Recite Quranic verses with greater accuracy and confidence
  • Develop a consistent habit of practicing correct Quran recitation
Choose the Tajweed learning method that suits you best and learn to recite the Qur’an correctly, confidently and beautifully
Self-Paced Tajweed Course

The same Illustrated Tajweed Course is also available as a complete course for students who prefer to learn independently at their own convenient time.

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Advanced Tajweed Program – Illustrated Tajweed Course

A structured 5-month Advanced Tajweed Program designed to help students learn and practically apply the rules of Tajweed.

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One-to-One Tajweed Classes

Students who prefer personalised attention can choose one-to-one Tajweed classes, starting from the basics and progressing to advanced Tajweed.

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Improve your recitation. Learn the rules. Practice with guidance. Recite the Quran with confidence.