Learning Islam from Scratch

Celebrating Eid ul-Fitr in the Prophet's Way | Learning Islam from Scratch - Bonus Episode

Ramadan is over, and it's time to celebrate! In this special bonus episode, Haira and Mansur discuss the beautiful Sunnahs of Eid ul-Fitr. From the "Soundtrack of Victory" (Takbir) to the strategy of taking different routes to the prayer, learn how to turn your Eid celebration into a meaningful act of worship.

Why does the Qur’an feel "scattered"? | Learning Islam from Scratch Ep 27

Many modern readers feel disconnected because the Qur'an doesn't follow a straight line. In Episode 27, Haira and Mansur dive deep into the "Ring Composition" and the miraculous symmetry of the Book. Discover why the exact center of Surah Al-Baqarah talks about the "Middle Nation" and how to approach the Qur'an as a divine conversation rather than a textbook. The jumps aren't accidents; they are 'cinematic transitions' designed by the Divine Director to keep your heart awake.

Why are there dots and signs in the Qur’an? | Learning Islam from Scratch Ep 26

If you look at an ancient manuscript of the Qur’an, you won't see any dots or vowel marks. So, who added them, and why? In Episode 26, Haira and Mansur explain the difference between the "Divine words" and the "human map" used to read them. Discover how scholars made the Qur’an accessible for the whole world and why Juz divisions sometimes start in the middle of a sentence.

How was the first Qur’an book compiled? | Learning Islam from Scratch Ep 25

After the Prophet's passing, how did the Qur'an move from people's hearts onto paper? In Episode 25, Haira and Mansur discuss the emergency that led to the first compilation under Abu Bakr (RA) and the standardized edition under Uthman (RA). Learn about the rigorous "Two-Factor Authentication" system used by Zaid bin Thabit and why preserving a single version was vital for history.

How was the Qur’an preserved without books? | Learning Islam from Scratch Ep 24

How did a message revealed over 23 years survive in a society that couldn't read or write? In Episode 24, Haira and Mansur explore the "Oral Miracle" of the Qur'an. Discover the incredible memory of the early Arabs, the divine promise that kept the Prophet ﷺ from forgetting, and how the five daily prayers acted as a living backup for the entire community.