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Hadith Course – Intermediate
Islamic Studies
A structured intermediate-level Hadith course designed for students who already have a basic understanding of Hadith and Sunnah and want to develop a deeper and more systematic understanding of Prophetic traditions. The course introduces students to the principles of Hadith sciences, Hadith terminology, narrator evaluation, chains of transmission, Hadith classification, and selected Hadith collections. Students also study carefully selected authentic Hadith and learn how to understand their meanings, context, lessons, and practical applications. The course develops students' ability to read and study Hadith with greater awareness while introducing them to the basic principles scholars use when evaluating Hadith reports.
What You Will Learn
- Explain the difference between Hadith, Sunnah, and Athar.
- Understand the main branches of Hadith sciences.
- Identify the basic components of a Hadith.
- Understand the structure and importance of the chain of transmission.
- Explain major Hadith classifications.
- Understand the basic conditions of an authentic Hadith.
- Recognize the difference between Sahih, Hasan, Da'if, and Mawdu' Hadith.
- Understand basic principles of narrator evaluation.
- Identify common Hadith terminology used by scholars.
- Study selected Hadith from major Hadith collections.
- Understand the historical development of Hadith compilation.
- Explore the methodology of selected Hadith scholars.
- Understand the context and meanings of selected Hadith.
- Compare different narrations of selected Hadith.
- Identify practical and legal lessons from Hadith.
- Develop stronger skills in reading and studying Hadith sources.
- Build a foundation for advanced Hadith studies.
Who This Course Is For
- Students who have completed a Beginner Hadith course.
- Students with basic knowledge of Hadith and Sunnah.
- Quran students who want a deeper understanding of Prophetic teachings.
- Adults interested in structured Hadith studies.
- Students of Islamic Studies.
- Students who want to understand basic Hadith authentication principles.
- Learners who want to study selected Hadith collections in greater depth.
- Students preparing for Advanced Hadith studies.
Prerequisites
- Have completed the Hadith Course – Beginner level or have equivalent knowledge.
- Understand the basic meaning of Hadith and Sunnah.
- Have basic knowledge of Islamic beliefs and practices.
- Be able to read Arabic or follow Arabic Hadith texts with teacher support.
- Have an interest in studying Hadith in a structured way.
Certificate
- Hadith Course – Intermediate Certificate of Completion
- The certificate recognizes the student's successful completion of the Intermediate Hadith program and progress in understanding Hadith sciences, terminology, selected Hadith collections, and Prophetic teachings.
- Important: This is a course completion certificate and is not an Ijazah, academic degree, or qualification in Hadith scholarship.
Course Details
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10 modules · 64 lessons- Lesson 1: Review of Hadith and Sunnah Concepts
- Lesson 2: Major Branches of Hadith Sciences
- Lesson 3: The Development of Hadith Studies
- Lesson 4: The Importance of Hadith Scholarship
- Lesson 5: Major Terms Used in Hadith Sciences
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Hadith Classification
- Lesson 2: Sahih Hadith
- Lesson 3: Hasan Hadith
- Lesson 4: Da'if Hadith
- Lesson 5: Mawdu' Hadith
- Lesson 6: Marfu', Mawquf, and Maqtu' Hadith
- Lesson 7: Practical Classification Exercises
- Lesson 1: The Importance of the Chain of Transmission
- Lesson 2: Connected and Disconnected Chains
- Lesson 3: Types of Disconnection in Isnad
- Lesson 4: Comparing Chains of Transmission
- Lesson 5: Introduction to Hadith Transmission Methods
- Lesson 6: Applied Isnad Exercises
- Lesson 1: Who Is a Hadith Narrator?
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Al-Jarh wa At-Ta'dil
- Lesson 3: Reliability and Precision of Narrators
- Lesson 4: Introduction to Narrator Biographies
- Lesson 5: Recognizing Reliable and Weak Narrators
- Lesson 6: Applied Study of Selected Narrators
- Lesson 1: Essential Hadith Terminology
- Lesson 2: Gharib and Aziz Hadith
- Lesson 3: Mashhur Hadith
- Lesson 4: Mutawatir Hadith
- Lesson 5: Mursal, Mu'allaq, and Mu'dal Hadith
- Lesson 6: Mudallas and Mu'an'an Narrations
- Lesson 7: Practical Terminology Exercises
- Lesson 1: Introduction to the Major Hadith Collections
- Lesson 2: Sahih Al-Bukhari and Its Methodology
- Lesson 3: Sahih Muslim and Its Methodology
- Lesson 4: Sunan Abu Dawud
- Lesson 5: Jami' At-Tirmidhi
- Lesson 6: Sunan An-Nasa'i and Sunan Ibn Majah
- Lesson 7: Comparing Selected Hadith Collections
- Lesson 1: Understanding the Meaning of a Hadith
- Lesson 2: Studying Hadith in Its Context
- Lesson 3: Understanding Different Narrations
- Lesson 4: Reconciling Apparently Different Hadith
- Lesson 5: Identifying the Main Lessons of a Hadith
- Lesson 6: Applying Prophetic Guidance in Everyday Life
- Lesson 1: Hadith on Faith and Tawheed
- Lesson 2: Hadith on Worship
- Lesson 3: Hadith on Character and Manners
- Lesson 4: Hadith on Family and Relationships
- Lesson 5: Hadith on Business and Transactions
- Lesson 6: Hadith on Social Responsibilities
- Lesson 7: Hadith on Trials, Patience, and the Hereafter
- Lesson 1: The Role of Hadith in Islamic Law
- Lesson 2: Understanding Hadith Related to Worship
- Lesson 3: Hadith Related to Family Matters
- Lesson 4: Hadith Related to Transactions
- Lesson 5: Understanding General and Specific Hadith
- Lesson 6: The Importance of Context When Deriving Rulings
- Lesson 1: How to Search for a Hadith
- Lesson 2: Identifying the Source of a Hadith
- Lesson 3: Comparing Different Narrations
- Lesson 4: Basic Hadith Verification Exercise
- Lesson 5: Presenting the Meaning and Lessons of a Hadith
- Lesson 6: Final Assessment
- Lesson 7: Preparing for Advanced Hadith Studies
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Sheikh Abdelrahman El-Sayed Abu El-Ata
Chairman of the Board
Sheikh Abdelrahman El-Sayed Abu El-Ata is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Wahion Youha Academy, with 21 years of experience in Quranic and Islamic education.
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Sheikh Hussein Muhammad Ahmed
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Yes. Students are introduced to narrator evaluation and the basic concept of Al-Jarh wa At-Ta’dil, along with selected narrator biographies.
Yes. The course introduces students to Isnad, connected and disconnected chains, and basic methods of Hadith transmission.
Yes. Students learn the basic principles used to classify Hadith and understand the conditions associated with authentic Hadith. Detailed Hadith criticism is reserved for advanced study.
Not necessarily. Students with equivalent knowledge may enter the Intermediate level after an initial assessment.
It is designed for students who already have basic knowledge of Hadith and Sunnah and want to study Hadith sciences in greater depth.