Arabic Language
Arabic for beginners through advanced learners, taught with practical, accessible methods and strong linguistic foundations.
- Arabic for Quran Reading
- Arabic for Communication
- Arabic for Specialized Terms
Quran · Arabic · Islamic Studies
Knowledge taught with clarity, care, and purpose.
Imam Dr. Abdulkarim Sekta is an Islamic teacher, Imam, and translation scholar with more than twelve years of experience across Libya, the United States, and Canada. He holds an ijaza in the ten canonical recitations of the Quran with an unbroken chain of transmission, and his teaching connects traditional scholarship with modern, engaging methods — offering accessible online instruction in Arabic and English for learners at every stage.
- 10
- Canonical readings
- 12+
- Years’ experience
- AR / EN
- Bilingual teaching
Imam Dr. Abdulkarim Sekta
PhD in Quran Translation · MA in Translation Studies · 15+ years teaching Quran, Arabic & Islamic Studies
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Listen to the Imam's recitations
Quran recitations by Imam Dr. Abdulkarim Sekta, playable directly on the website.
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Quran recordings
Quran Recordings
Listen to complete chapters recited by Imam Dr. Abdulkarim Sekta, directly on this page.
Areas of teaching
A thoughtful path through sacred knowledge
Lessons are adapted to the student’s level, goals, and preferred language, from first steps to focused advanced study.
Quran
Personalized Quran study informed by lifelong memorization, formal ijazah, and mastery of the ten canonical readings.
- Tajweed Rules
- Memorization Skills
- Qira’at (10 with Ijaza)
Islamic Studies
Clear, grounded teaching that connects core Islamic knowledge to the questions and realities of everyday life.
- Islamic Studies School Curricula
- Etiquettes of Quran
- Adab
Islamic Knowledge
Islamic subjects that a Muslim MUST know. Individual obligation.
- Fiqh
- Aqeedah
- Tafsir, etc.
A rare foundation
Scholarship rooted in the Quran and shaped by teaching.
Imam Abdulkarim memorized the entire Quran at age 14 and later mastered all ten canonical readings with a connected sanad. His work brings together Quranic knowledge, language, translation, and years of community service.
His Ph.D. dissertation at Kent State University examined the impact of the 9/11 attacks on Quran translations in North America. He has taught Quran, Tajweed, Hifz, Arabic, Tafsir, Hadith, Seerah, and Fiqh to learners of varied ages.
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Translations, research, and Qira'at resources
Books, studies, and teaching resources authored or translated by Imam Dr. Abdulkarim Sekta.
Charts summarizing the ten canonical recitations of the Quran.
Master of Arts in Translation Studies, Kent State University (May 2017).
Doctor of Philosophy in Translation Studies, Kent State University (2025).
Research papers and guides for translators.
Translation Works
Books and texts translated between Arabic and English. · Files coming soon
Online classes
Book your free consultation — not sure where to start?
Many students don't know how or what to start learning — and that's completely fine. Your first session is free: meet Imam Abdulkarim, have your level assessed, and he will guide you step by step on what to begin with and how. Pick a time below and he will confirm it by email.
Online sessions of 30 or 60 minutes
Arabic or English instruction
Your time is confirmed by email
First session free
Book a free consultation session to assess your level and choose the right program for you.
How payment works
Imam Dr. Abdulkarim charges $30 USD per hour. Payment is made securely on this website by credit or debit card, and can be arranged weekly, monthly, or by semester.
Contact
Begin your learning journey
For class questions, availability, or program details, contact Imam Abdulkarim directly.