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Dr. Rasheed Arshad

Academic Supervisor

Dr. Rasheed Arshad holds a PhD degree in Philosophy from the University of Karachi.

Dr. Rasheed Arshad

Academic Supervisor

Dr. Rasheed Arshad holds a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Karachi. His academic journey includes an MA in Philosophy from the University of Punjab in 2007, an M.Phil in the Study of Hadith from Islamic International University, and an MBA from Hamdard University. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Punjab University, Lahore. He has been teaching Islamic beliefs through courses like "Al-Aqida al-Tahawiyya" and "Fikr-e-Islami" in Baseerah Burhan. His profound knowledge makes him an invaluable asset to our educational ambitions. He is deeply engaged in the academic exploration of Philosophy of Religion, Ethics, and Postmodernism. These areas represent his foremost interests and expertise, reflecting his profound dedication to understanding the philosophical underpinnings of religious thought, ethical principles, and the complexities of modern philosophical discourse. His scholarly pursuits in these domains enrich his teachings and contributions to education at Baseerah, where he imparts valuable insights into these subjects.

Dr. Hafiz M Zubair

Academic Supervisor

Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Zubair completed Dars-e-Nizami from Jamia Rehmania, Lahore.

Dr. Hafiz M Zubair

Academic Supervisor

Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Zubair completed Dars-e-Nizami from Jamia Rehmania, Lahore, and obtained his PhD in Islamic Studies from Punjab University. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor at COMSATS, Lahore. Dr. Zubair is a prolific author with numerous books on Islam to his credit. He has also written extensively on over 200 religious topics. In Baseerah Burhan, he teaches "Al-Risala" by Imam Shafi'i, enriching students with profound wisdom.

Nouman Wajid Aziz

CEO

He's currently diving into a PhD in Islamic Studies at Riphah International University, Islamabad.

Nouman Wajid Aziz

CEO

With a vibrant teaching style that's both student-friendly and engaging, he brings a wealth of experience to the classroom. He's known for making complex concepts easy to grasp. During his teaching adventure of over a decade now, he's guided over 1000 students through the fascinating domains of Hadith, Tafseer, Seerah, Grammatical Translation, Usool-uddin, Islamic Thought, and Arabic language. With his talent for versatility in teaching, it's clear he's on a mission to make Islamic knowledge accessible to all. His passion shines through in every aspect – from deepening his own understanding of Islam through ongoing study, to spreading the message of the Quran by leading the Baseerah Institute. He's currently diving into a PhD in Islamic Studies at Riphah International University, Islamabad. Not only that, but he also had two-year journey at Quran Academy Lahore, where he gained a wealth of knowledge through Ruju-ilal-Quran Course from 2010-2012.

Kamran Khilji

HoD Education Dept.

His journey in pursuit of knowledge is truly inspiring. With an M.A. in Arabic and Islamic Studies.

Kamran Khilji

HoD Education Dept.

His journey in pursuit of knowledge is truly inspiring. With an M.A. in Arabic and Islamic Studies, an M.Phil in Hadith from NUML, and currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field, he has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to learning. He has also completed a two-year Quranic understanding advance course from Quran Academy Karachi, a testament to his dedication to deepening his understanding of Islam. Since 2018, he has been imparting knowledge on a variety of subjects such as Hadees, Usool-ul-Hadees, Arabic Literature, Arabic Grammar, Usool-e-Tafseer and Al-Fiqh-ul-Islami at Baseerah Institute. Before that, he also taught Arabic, Tafseer, and Hadees subjects at other reputable institutes such as Quran Academy Yaseenabad, Karachi and Quran Academy Adyala, Rawalpindi from 2012 to 2017. He studied under the tutelage of distinguished Islamic scholars like Mufti Owais Pasha Qarni Sahib and Shuja Uddin Sheikh Sahib, so he knows his stuff. Furthermore, he has earned an MBA in Management Sciences. His exceptional qualifications, combined with his dedication and passion for his work, make him a valuable addition to our team.

Mufti Dr. Abdul Hannan

Visiting Faculty Member

Mufti Dr. Abdul Hannan

Visiting Faculty Member

He ia a scholar with an impressive academic record. His depth of knowledge and expertise in various fields will leave you in awe. He completed his Dars-e-Nizami from Jamia Imdadia, Faisalabad, and Takhassus-fil-Ifta from a great International Islamic scholar & Mujtahid Mufti Taqi Usmani Sahib at Dar ul Uloom Karachi. His academic journey also includes studies in Islamic Finance at Dar ul Uloom Karachi, culminating in a PhD from Karachi University in Islamic Finance. With an impressive tenure of over 14 years in teaching and out of which 8 years in Dar-ul-Uloom Karachi, Mufti Dr. Abdul Hannan has successfully instructed a substantial number of students, exceeding 5000, across various subjects such as Islamic Finance, Fiqh, and Islamic Studies. His depth of teaching experience is complemented by his role as a registered Sharia Advisor with the SECP. Presently, Mufti Dr. Abdul Hannan is actively engaged in teaching Islamic Finance at both Baseerah and IBADAT International University, Islamabad. His passion for imparting knowledge and expertise in Sharia-compliant financial practices continues to inspire and educate students of divine knowledge.

Maulana Mukhtar Ahmed

Visiting Faculty Member

Maulana Mukhtar Ahmed

Visiting Faculty Member

Mufti Muhammad Khaleeq has done Dars-e-Nizami and Takhassus-fil-Ifta. He is currently a doctoral fellow in Islamic International University. He is teaching “Bidayat al-Mujtahid” and ” Mukhtaṣar al-Qudûrî” in Baseerah Burhan.

Lt. Col. (r) Usman Raoof

Coordinator Admin Department

Lt. Col. (r) Usman Raoof

Coordinator Admin Department

He has completed “Baseerah Burhan” course and received 3 years of comprehensive education at the Baseerah Institute. The Baseerah Institute is privileged to have a dedicated teacher like him. He has been imparting knowledge of Seerah and Tareekh-e-Islami to the students with immense passion and commitment. His contributions to the institute are invaluable. His dedication to sharing knowledge and educating others is admirable and has helped him establish himself as a respected figure in the institute. He is an Electrical Engineer by profession and is currently working as the Director of Ribaat Technical Solutions Pvt Ltd.

Dr. Maulana Ali Tariq

Visiting Faculty Member

Dr. Maulana Ali Tariq

Visiting Faculty Member

Dr. Maulana Ali Tariq is Lecturer at Department of Hadith, International Islamic University and has successfully supervised 17 MS Scholars along with teaching. Previously Editor/Consultant at Iqbal International Institute for Research and Dialogue, IIUI from 2012- 2016 and Research Associate in Islamic Research Institute (IIUI) from May 2010- May 2012. He holds degree of Dars-e-Nizami. He holds a Bachelors and Masters in English Literature from University of the Punjab, Lahore and MS with specialization in Hadith Sciences from Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad and is currently a doctoral fellow of Hadith and Seerah at AIOU. He has travelled to more than 55 cities of Pakistan for Academic, Dawah and Inter/Intra Faith Activities in Universities, Colleges, Schools, Madaris, District Bar Associations and other institutes. He is teaching "Mishkat al-Masabih" in Baseerah Burhan.

Maulana Bilal Ismail

Visiting Faculty Member

Maulana Bilal Ismail

Visiting Faculty Member

He is highly esteemed due to his vast knowledge and experience. His educational journey includes earning a BS in “Sharia & Law” from Madina University and an MS in Tafsir from International Islamic University, Islamabad. He has also completed Daura Hifz-e-Sahihain (Hifz of Sahih Bukhari & Sahih Muslim) from Masjid-e-Nabvi, showcasing his dedication to mastering sacred texts. Additionally, Maulana Bilal Ismail holds a Sanad and Ijazah from Qari Al-Sheikh Bashir, a renowned scholar at Masjid-e-Nabvi, further solidifying his credentials in Islamic scholarship. With over 12 years of teaching experience and having successfully guided more than 300 students, he is a master at tailoring his teaching style to suit the needs of his students. His expertise spans various subjects, including Tafsir, Hadees, Arabic etc making him a comprehensive resource for students seeking in-depth knowledge. Currently, Maulana Bilal Ismail shares his profound insights as a teacher of Dars-e-Nizami at Madrassah Taleem-ul-Quran. He also delves into the intricate realms of "Tafsir Tabri, Fath-ul-Qadeer, Tafsir Qurtubi etc providing students with a well-rounded education.

Alaudin Khan

Visiting Faculty Member

Alaudin Khan

Visiting Faculty Member

He did multiple master degrees in Islamic studies, Arabic, and Political Science from Punjab University. He has more than two-decade experience of teaching Islamic studies, Arabic language, and Fiqh at different levels. He memorized the whole Quran by self-study during his student life at Punjab University. He has been regularly delivering translation and explanation of Quran for last 28 years. The philosophy of religion and education are the major subjects of his interest. For the last few years he has been carrying out educational and welfare activities under the emblem of Muhaimin Welfare Trust & Muhaimin Academy. From this platform various courses are offered for the dissemination of Islamic and Quranic Knowledge for men and women of all ages. A school is run for deserving and under privileged pupils. He also performs other charitable activities for needy people on regular basis.

Humayun Akhtar

Faculty Member

Humayun Akhtar

Faculty Member

Graduated from UET Taxila’s first Telecom Engineering batch (1979), with a BSc from Punjab University (1975) and MA in Arabic from Sargodha University (2024). Holds PMP and IT Service Management certifications. Served nearly four decades with international firms in the Middle East. While in Saudi Arabia, volunteered to teach Arabic grammar and Quranic commentary to the Pakistani community. Became Hafiz-e-Quran at age 56 through self-study. He enrolled in the Islamic education program at Baseerah Institute and completed 3 years Baseera (Essentials, Ittiqan and Burhan) courses. and has devoted himself at Baseerah Institute to teach translation of Quran, Hadith and Fiqh islami.

Sohaib Hamid

Coordinator Tarbiyyah Department

Sohaib Hamid

Coordinator Tarbiyyah Department

He is an engineer with an MS in Software Engineering who has dedicated himself to spreading the teachings of Islam as a Daa’ee. He has completed a rigorous 2-year Quran Fehmi course from the Quran Academy in Rawalpindi, where he gained a deep understanding of the Holy Quran. He is now sharing his knowledge by teaching Hadees, Seerat, and Usool-ul-Fiqh. His passion has made him a respected figure, and he is highly regarded for his knowledge and devotion to Islam.

Abdul Jalil

Faculty Member

Abdul Jalil

Faculty Member

A dedicated Da’ee of Islam, tirelessly working towards the resurgence of Islamic civilization. He began studying the Quran with Translation in 1989 and has been actively teaching it at various locations ever since. Alongside, he completed an M.A. in Islamic Studies and the Baseerah Essentials course from Baseerah Institute. Currently, he teaches Journey through Quran, Arabic using the TPI method, and Translation of Quran at Baseerah, emphasizing his commitment to Islamic education. In his professional capacity, he serves as an IT Expert in a private IT company and holds an MS in IT.

Waqas Murtaza

Coordinator Media Department

Waqas Murtaza

Coordinator Media Department

He has dedicated himself to learning and teaching the Quran. He has completed 3 years of intensive Quran Fehmi training at the Baseerah Institute through Essentials, Ittiqan, and Burhan. Currently, he serves as the Head of the Multi-Media Department at Baseerah, where he oversees the production of high-quality multimedia content aimed at spreading the message of the Quran. In the past, he has also served as the Head of the Dawah Department, where he played a key role in promoting Islamic teachings through various outreach programs. In addition to his administrative roles, he is also a highly respected teacher who imparts knowledge on various subjects such as Riaz-us-Saliheen, Fiqh-ul-Ibadat, and Arabic Grammar. His effectiveness as a teacher is evident from the fact that he has helped numerous students to deepen their understanding of the Quran and Islamic teachings. It is worth noting that, despite his deep commitment to Islamic studies, he is also a highly accomplished Mechanical Engineer by profession and works as a Product Manager at Bentley.

Kashif Iqbal

Coordinator Finance Department

Kashif Iqbal

Coordinator Finance Department

An expert in audit, accounting, and finance, he is also a dedicated Daa’ee of Islam, always ready to sacrifice his time and effort to help spread the message of the Quran. He completed his B.Com in 2007 and has worked in various private companies. He completed the Quran Fehmi Part One course from Quran Academy Rawalpindi in 2016. In 2023, he also completed Part Two from Baseerah Institute, further demonstrating his commitment to Quranic education. Since the inception of Baseerah, he has been actively involved in its Admin Dept while also teaching Study of Quran, Dora-e-Quran, Seerat, and Fiqh. Currently, he is also engaged in the audit department of a public sector organization.

Muhammad Abdullah

Coordinator Dawah Department

Muhammad Abdullah

Coordinator Dawah Department

He has done M.phil in Islamic studies from NUML. He has also done 3 years Quran Fehmi Course (2 years from Quran Academy, Rawalpindi and 3rd year from Baseerah Institute). He has been teaching “Study of Quran” subject in Baseerah Institute since 2019. He also delivers Dars in Daura-e-Quran Program in Ramdan and 60 days journey through Quran course.

Abdul Basit Sarim

Faculty Member

Abdul Basit Sarim

Faculty Member

He is currently pursuing MS in Dawah and Islamic Culture from International Islamic University Islamabad. He has previously done his BS in the same specialization. During his studies, he had the opportunity to learn about the prevalent cultural problems and their solutions from different scholars. He is also interested in solving the cultural, social, academic and intellectual issues of the world in general and of Pakistan specifically. Similarly, he has an eye on modern trends and theories. He has been benefiting from a wide variety of experts on such subjects. Besides, the speaker looks very closely at the good in the evil found in present times and the evil hidden in the good. He endeavors to apply these abilities to solve global problems. He has also thoroughly studied the emergence, rise and fall of civilizations. Exploring the foundations of their geographical, ethnic and national dimensions is another realm he has gained proficiency over.

Sohail Parwaiz

Faculty Member

Sohail Parwaiz

Faculty Member

Sohail’s life journey transformed profoundly when he embraced the 1-year Quran Fehmi course in 2015, a pivotal step towards deepening his spiritual understanding. Building on this foundation, he completed his second-year Quran course at Baseerah Institute in 2023, marking a significant milestone in his quest for knowledge. Since the inception of Baseerah, he has been an integral part of its mission. He has also been teaching Arabic from this platform. Professionally, he has been working in the domain of Artificial Intelligence. He has helped several MNCs and startups leverage their data for making critical decisions.

Muhammad Hassan

Faculty Member

Muhammad Hassan

Faculty Member

He is an IT support engineer by profession. He is one of the initial members of the Baseerah Team. Having completed a rigorous 2-year Quran Fehmi course at Quran Academy Rawalpindi, he brings a deep understanding of Islamic teachings to his role. At Baseerah Institute, he has passionately taught courses on TPI, Hadith, and Muntakhab Nisab, contributing significantly to the spiritual growth of students.

Arif Qazi

Faculty Member

Arif Qazi

Faculty Member

He holds an M.A. in Islamic Studies from the University of Sargodha. He began learning the Quran with Translation in 2001 during his school years, and later completed a comprehensive two-year Quran Fehmi Course. Since 2023, he has been actively teaching subjects like Tarjuma Quran, Seerah, and Arabic, demonstrating his commitment to spreading knowledge. Prior to this, he delivered Dars at various locations, including a Jamia Masjid, dedicating himself to Quranic teachings. He has devoted himself full-time to spread the message of Quran. Additionally, he plays a crucial role in the admin department at Baseerah Institute.

Azeem Irshad

Faculty Member

Azeem Irshad

Faculty Member

He has completed a 1-year Quran Fehmi course from Quran Academy Rawalpindi and is a dedicated member of Baseerah Institute, focusing on spreading the teachings of Islam. He is a software engineer by profession and holds an MS in Digital Signal Processing. His impactful contributions include teaching Quranic Studies and Hadith at Baseerah Inspiration, showcasing his passion for Islamic education and service.

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