Self-Study of Islam
The self-study of Islam is structured into three stages, each building upon the previous one to develop a comprehensive understanding of Islamic teachings through the Qur’an, Hadith, and scholarly works.
Stage 1: Foundation
This stage provides a fundamental understanding of Islam by covering the essential sources and introductory materials.
Islam:
- Al-Islam – Javed Ahmed Ghamidi
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Qur’an:
- Tarjuma Quran – Javed Ahmed Ghamidi
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- Selections from the Qur’an – Dr Shehzad Saleem
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- A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding the Qur’an – Dr Shehzad Saleem
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Hadith:
- Intikhab – Selected Hadith by Rizwan / Shehzad
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Stage 2: Intermediate
This stage deepens the understanding through analytical works, commentaries, and structured lectures.
Islam:
- Mezan – Javed Ahmed Ghamidi
Video Lectures - Explanation by Ammar Khan Nasir – Link Pending
Qur’an:
- Al-Bayan – Video Lectures by Javed Ahmed Ghamidi
- Textual Study of the Qur’an – Al-Bayan Lecture Series by Dr Shehzad Saleem
- Meezan Lecture Series – Dr Shehzad Saleem
Hadith:
Stage 3: Advanced

4. Qur’an and Sunnah Relationship
- Qur’an o Sunnat Ka Bahami Taluk – Ammar Khan Nasir
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5. Responses to Criticism
- Aitarazaat Series Video Lectures
Watch Here - Books – Al-Mawrid US Bookstore
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