This six-week course provides an immersive, verse-by-verse exegesis (tafsir) of Surah al-Fatiha, the "Opening" of the Qur'an. Rather than just a surface-level reading, you will explore the linguistic precision, historical context, and profound spiritual depth of the seven verses that form the heart of every Muslim's daily prayer.
Week One: Significance and virtues of Surah al-Fatiha
Week Two: Tafsir of verse 1 & 2
Week Three: Tafsir of verse 3 & 4
Week Four: Tafsir of verse 5 & 6
Week Five: Tafsir of verse 7
Week Six: Practical reflections for everyday application
- Individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of Surah al-Fatiha beyond recitation and translation
- Individuals hoping to strengthen their connection to prayer through reflection on the meanings of Surah al-Fatiha
- Individuals seeking practical lessons and spiritual insights that can be applied in daily life
Shaykh Usman Qamar was born and raised in Cambridge, Ontario. He began his Quranic studies while in high school and finished memorization of the Quran when he was 16. He spent the following seven years in the UK and South Africa studying traditional Islamic sciences. He has completed a double major in psychology and philosophy at the University of Waterloo.
He serves as religious educator at ISNA Canada, alongside having founded Wijhah Initiative, a not-for-profit organization that facilitates social and spiritual events that are welcoming, meaningful, and nurturing and foster a sense of community for young adults and youth.
