Madrasas
Madrasas are educational institutions within the Islamic world that focus on religious instruction and training in Islamic sciences. The term madrasa comes from the Arabic word for “place of study” and, in practice, refers to schools that vary in size, curriculum, and affiliation. While the term is often associated with traditional religious teaching, the scope and organization of madrasas differ across regions and periods.
Historically, madrasas emerged in the medieval Islamic world and played a central role in training religious
Curricula in madrasas traditionally emphasize Qur’an study, hadith, fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), theology, and Arabic grammar. Instruction
Madrasas are found across many regions, including South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh), the Middle East and