How to make Quran Tafseer Notes?

As a beginner in making notes, we all wonder how to make quran notes? If you also have the same question, then you are in the right place to find your answer. 

Creating Tafsir notes (explanatory notes of the Quran) is an excellent way to deepen your understanding of the Quran's meaning, context, and lessons.

In this post, I will tell you some easy ways to make your Quran Notes in a creative way- so you not only understand the quran deeply but also enjoy your journaling journey!

1. Begin with Dua:

Pick up your pen and notebook, take a moment, and make a heartfelt dua.

Ask Allah to open your heart for the Quran and bless you with the wisdom to live by its teachings.

By making Dua, you are inviting the divine wisdom into your reflections and notes. When you ask Allah sincerely, the quran feels like it's speaking to you.

2. Choose your Focus:

The next step is to choose what your focus will be in the Journaling notes. Whether you want to make Qur'an tafsir notes in sequential order or want to start with your favorite Surah or Ayah - the choice is yours.

Here are a few journaling styles you can choose from, based on what suits you best. 

1. Sequential ( Surah by Surah)
2. Thematic ( Topics like patience (sabar), dua, etc)
3. Daily life reflections
4. Your Favorite Surah ( Surah Rehman, Surah Kahf)
5. Your Favorite Verse ( Ayah)

3. Select a Tafseer Source:

Use authentic sources like:

1. Tafseer Ibn e Kathir (تفسير ابن كثير)
2. Tafsir Al Tabari (جامع البيان عن تأويل آي القرآن)
3. You can also benefit from audio and video lectures of renowned scholars like Dr Farhat Hashmi, Dr Israr Ahmed, and Nouman Ali Khan, etc

4. Create a Structured Notes Template:

Let me share a simple and structured notes template to help you take Quran notes.

• Start by writing the Surah name and Ayah number.
• Write Word to Word translation of the ayah.
• Note any Context and Background that can explain why this verse was revealed.
• Message of the Ayah
• Tafsir's Summary ( Combine key points from the Scholar's explanation or the Book)
• Add any related authentic Hadiths
• Lessons you learnt from this Ayah

5. Use Bullets, Highlights, and colors:

Using bullets and colors will make it easier to revise the ayah anytime. Adding highlights helps you quickly grasp the main point of the ayah.

I hope this post helps you on your Quran Tafseer Journey. 

Now that you have a clear idea of how to make your own Quran Notes, why not start today?

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