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Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura

Tafsir Surah Al-Fatihah

A comprehensive understanding of Surah Al-Fatihah (Pemahaman yang menyeluruh mengenai Surah Al-Fatihah).

Last updated 21 February 2025

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Module Description
Module Objectives
Module Outline (8 hours)

Module Description

Surah Al-Fatihah is the preface and opener of the Quran and it manifests the essence of the whole book. The chapter is often believed to be a synthesis of the Quran; it is a prayer for the guidance, lordship and mercy of God, it has an essential role in the daily Islamic prayers, it covers the affirmation of tauhid or the Unity of the Divine Essence and it also serves as an opening to many functions in everyday Islamic life.

Seeing that it presents the primary and foundational principles of the Holy Book, it is imperative that Muslims understand the meanings of the magnificent chapter. This module will thus give participants a thorough understanding of the most commonly recited chapter of the Quran. It will present a guide to understanding the content, structure, synopsis and major themes of the chapter as well as the lessons and wisdoms that can be instilled in today’s Muslims.

Module Objectives

This module aims to achieve the following learning objectives:

  • To understand and reflect on the significance and meanings of the first chapter of the Quran.

  • To unravel the true value of this inspiring chapter and have a better appreciation of these Seven Oft Repeated Verses.

  • To highlight important lessons and takeaways from the surah that can be learnt for today’s generation of Muslims, spiritually and practically.

Module Outline (8 hours)

In this 8 hours module, participants will be covering the following topics:

  • Introduction of Surah Al-Fatihah & Isti’azah

  • Exegesis of isti’azah

  • Exegesis of verse 1: In the name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful

  • Exegesis of verse 2: All praise is for Allah, Lord of all worlds

  • Exegesis of verse 3: The Compassionate, the Merciful

  • Exegesis of verse 4: Master of the Day of Judgment

  • Exegesis of verse 5: You alone we worship and You alone we ask for help

  • Exegesis of verse 6: Guide us along the Straight Path

  • Exegesis of verse 7: The Path of those You have blessed, not those You are displeased with, or those who are astray

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