Islamic Studies at Muhammad Messenger Quran Academy

At Muhammad Messenger Quran Academy, we believe that learning the Quran must be accompanied by understanding the religion of Islam in its broader sense. Our Islamic Studies section is carefully structured to help students develop a strong Islamic identity, understand the core beliefs and practices, and live their lives in accordance with the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

1. Understanding What It Means to Be a Muslim

A Muslim is someone who submits fully to the will of Allah and follows the example of His final messenger, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

In this section, we teach students the true definition of a Muslim. Being a Muslim is more than a name or culture — it is a complete way of life. This includes:

  • Believing in the oneness of Allah (Tawheed)
  • Believing in all the Prophets, Angels, and the revealed Books
  • Having faith in the Day of Judgment and the Divine Decree (Qadar)
  • Understanding that Islam is not only a religion but a full system of life that guides behavior, manners, worship, and social dealings

2. Who Am I? Discovering My Identity as a Muslim

“Indeed, my prayer, my sacrifice, my life and my death are for Allah, the Lord of the worlds.” (Surah Al-An’am 6:162)

This section helps students understand their purpose in life, their relationship with Allah, and their duty as part of the Muslim Ummah. Topics include:

  • Realizing that we are created to worship Allah and serve His creation
  • How to carry ourselves with dignity and confidence as Muslims
  • Understanding our responsibilities to family, society, and the Muslim community
  • Importance of sincerity (Ikhlas), intention (Niyyah), and good manners (Akhlaq)

3. The Five Pillars of Islam – The Foundation of Muslim Life

The Prophet ﷺ said: “Islam is built upon five…” (Bukhari & Muslim)

The five pillars of Islam are the practical framework of a Muslim’s life. In this unit, we go deep into each pillar:

  • Shahadah: Declaring belief in Allah and Muhammad ﷺ as His final Prophet
  • Salah (Prayer): Learning the times, method, and meanings of the daily prayers
  • Zakah: Understanding charity, social responsibility, and caring for the poor
  • Sawm (Fasting): Not just avoiding food, but training the soul through self-control
  • Hajj: The beautiful pilgrimage and the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام

4. Basic Islamic Knowledge for Everyday Life

Islam teaches us how to live our daily lives with dignity, cleanliness, and compassion.

This section teaches the basic daily etiquettes (adab) and rules of purity (taharah), which are essential for every Muslim:

  • Wudu and Ghusl: Step-by-step instructions with meanings and spiritual benefits
  • Cleanliness: Clean clothes, body, and surroundings as part of Iman (faith)
  • Daily etiquettes: Entering the house, greeting others, using the toilet, sleeping, eating, etc.
  • Islamic calendar basics: Importance of months like Ramadan, Dhul-Hijjah, Muharram

This unit builds the foundation for students to live a clean, respectful, and spiritually aware life.

5. The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ – Our Perfect Role Model

“Indeed in the Messenger of Allah, you have a perfect example…” (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:21)

This part of the course focuses on the Seerah (biography) of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ:

  • His birth, family background, and early life in Makkah
  • The first revelation and early hardships in calling to Islam
  • His migration (Hijrah) to Madinah and establishment of the Islamic state
  • Key events like the Battles of Badr, Uhud, and the Treaty of Hudaybiyah
  • His personal life: mercy, honesty, patience, forgiveness, and leadership

Students are encouraged to learn how to love, follow, and imitate the Prophet ﷺ in daily life.

6. Stories and Lessons from the Lives of the Prophets

“Indeed in their stories there is a lesson for people of understanding…” (Surah Yusuf 12:111)

This module covers selected stories from the Qur’an and Hadith about past prophets:

  • Prophet Adam عليه السلام: Creation, test, and forgiveness
  • Prophet Nuh عليه السلام: His patience and da’wah for 950 years
  • Prophet Ibrahim عليه السلام: His love for Allah and sacrifice of his son
  • Prophet Musa عليه السلام: His courage and struggle against Pharaoh
  • Prophet Isa عليه السلام: His miraculous birth and call to Tawheed
  • Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: The seal of the prophets and his universal message

These stories are taught with moral lessons, helping students learn how to face challenges with faith and courage.

7. Manners, Character (Akhlaq) and Islamic Etiquette (Adab)

“Nothing will be heavier on the scale of a believer on the Day of Judgment than good character.” (Tirmidhi)

Good manners are half of religion. This module covers:

  • Speaking the truth, being humble, forgiving, and controlling anger
  • Respecting parents, teachers, neighbors, and the elderly
  • Showing kindness to children, animals, and the poor
  • Avoiding sins of the tongue: lying, backbiting, slander
  • Dressing modestly, behaving well in public and private

We teach character through stories, classroom practice, and weekly goals.

8. Duas and Sunnahs for Everyday Life

“The Prophet ﷺ remembered Allah in all his actions.”

Here, students learn daily duas and small sunnahs to bring barakah into their lives:

  • Duas for waking up, sleeping, entering/leaving house, eating, traveling, etc.
  • Sunnah acts like using siwak, eating with the right hand, and smiling
  • Memorization and practice of authentic duas from Hadith and Qur’an
  • Encouragement to live like the Prophet ﷺ in small and big things

9. Festivals, Islamic Months, and Special Days

“The two Eids are days of joy and remembrance of Allah.”

This section explores:

  • The Islamic calendar (Hijri months) and why Muslims follow it
  • Importance of Ramadan: Fasting, Taraweeh, Laylatul Qadr
  • Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha: Meaning, celebration, and etiquettes
  • Days of fasting like Last Ashrah ( 21,23,25,27,29) Taq Nights
  • The significance of Dhul-Hijjah, Muharram, and Rabi-ul-Awwal