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Seeking a Self-Study Plan to Understand Islam Deeply

Assalamu alaikum, I'm someone who hasn't been practicing but now I want to study Islam seriously to build a real understanding of the faith from its own sources. I know there are formal paths like studying at Islamic universities or becoming a scholar, but I'm looking for a self-taught route. For those of you with knowledge, what subjects should I cover and in what order to slowly build a solid foundation? I'm especially looking for advice on: - What areas of Islamic knowledge are must-learn, like Qur'an, hadith, fiqh, tafsir, aqidah, Islamic history, Arabic, etc. - Which subjects to start with and what comes later - Foundational books or resources you'd recommend - Whether I need to learn Classical/Qur'anic Arabic and how much - How to understand the differences between schools of thought and their disagreements - Common mistakes self-learners make I'm aiming for a long-term roadmap from beginner to advanced. Since I'm coming from a non-religious background, I'd appreciate resources that help me understand Islam on its own terms-theology, scholarship, history, and intellectual traditions. Jazakum Allahu khairan for any guidance.

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Brother, don't neglect seerah. Understanding the Prophet's life gives context to everything. And find a teacher, even online. Self-study alone can lead to mistakes.

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I was in your shoes a few years ago. Learn Arabic first, seriously. It opens everything else. For aqidah, read 'The Creed of Imam al-Tahawi' with a commentary. For fiqh, pick one madhhab and stick to it to avoid confusion.

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SubhanAllah, this is a beautiful intention.

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May Allah guide you and make it easy for you.

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Ameen to your dua. May Allah accept your efforts.

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Start with aqidah and tazkiyah. Learn who Allah is and purify your heart. Then Arabic, then fiqh. Avoid online debates early on; they'll just confuse you.

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