# Islamic Essentials

> Educational app for Islamic sciences, Fiqh, and Tafseer lectures. (iPhone/iPad app by Shaykh Azhar Iqbal.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/islamic-essentials/id1107328986 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shaykh Azhar Iqbal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1107328985)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 37 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-06-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/islamic-essentials/id1107328986/reviews.md

## What is Islamic Essentials?

Shaykh Muhammad Azhar Iqbal was born and raised in Karachi and traveled to the United States for his undergraduate studies. He holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and began a Ph.D. program in Economics at New York University prior to returning to Pakistan to pursue his study of the Islamic sciences. 

For over a decade the Shaykh has been actively engaged in Dawah activities delivering lectures at different mosques, educational & professional institutions. 

The Shaykh has founded an institute for traditional Islamic Learning called Hidaya Academy Karachi. Other than administering the academy as Principal, the Shaykh also teaches different courses including Fiqh and Tafseer.

## Key features

- Islamic sciences education
- Fiqh and Tafseer courses
- Lectures from Shaykh Muhammad Azhar Iqbal
- Dawah activities insights
- Traditional Islamic learning

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/islamic-essentials/id1107328986/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2021-02-13, version 2.2*

Beautiful naats, lectures and books by Shaykh Azhar Iqbal both in English and Urdu. 

Thanks for fixing the issue. Now can listen in the background.

## Frequently asked questions about Islamic Essentials

### What is Islamic Essentials?

Islamic Essentials is an educational app that offers lectures and courses on Islamic sciences, Fiqh, and Tafseer, taught by Shaykh Muhammad Azhar Iqbal.

### Who is Shaykh Muhammad Azhar Iqbal?

Shaykh Muhammad Azhar Iqbal is an educator who has been actively engaged in Dawah activities for over a decade, delivering lectures at various institutions and founding Hidaya Academy Karachi.

### What subjects are covered in Islamic Essentials?

The app focuses on traditional Islamic learning, including Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence) and Tafseer (Quranic exegesis).

### Is Islamic Essentials free to use?

Yes, Islamic Essentials is available for free and does not appear to have any in-app purchases.

### What devices is Islamic Essentials compatible with?

Islamic Essentials is designed for iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad.

### How often is Islamic Essentials updated?

The app was last updated on February 11, 2021, with version 2.2. Information on update frequency beyond this is not provided.

### What is the age rating for Islamic Essentials?

Islamic Essentials has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Does Islamic Essentials offer certifications?

The provided description does not mention whether Islamic Essentials offers any formal certifications upon completion of courses.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 2.2 — 2021-02-11

Notification fixes
bug fixes

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