I Don’t Need a Teacher, I Learn by Watching Videos
Tajweed videos have become increasingly popular among Qur’an learners seeking to improve their recitation. While these videos can offer useful tips and demonstrations, many people mistakenly believe that they are enough to learn Tajweed or Arabic properly. In reality, relying solely on videos—without guidance from a qualified teacher—can lead to misunderstandings, incorrect application, and slow progress.
It’s true that these online explanations can be beneficial — that’s what they’re made for, after all. However, we believe that such channels or websites should include a clear warning stating that only a qualified teacher can truly identify your mistakes and highlight what you need to focus on. You should not evaluate yourself based on what you understood from the video.
Learning only through videos is a serious mistake and among other issues, you must be sure that:
- The person in the video actually has the knowledge and ability to teach correct Tajweed.
- The error being addressed is one you actually make — and in most cases, you can’t determine that by yourself.
It’s important to follow the Sunnah and the methodology of the Sahabah, even in how we study. The Prophet ﷺ and the Sahabah never learned in this way, and they always had a teacher to guide them and answer their questions.
So if you watch a video or read a text, you should always consult your teacher to verify whether the issue mentioned applies to you and how you should correct it.
Also remember: Corrections must be made according to the level and capacity of the student. While videos can be helpful, they can also become counterproductive if you focus too much on them. Why? Because the person who recorded the video doesn’t know your level.
Let me give you an example: If you’re at beginner level, and the video addresses errors at advanced level, the only thing that video will do is create confusion and discourage you.
Advice: Follow the Sunnah and seek a qualified teacher. Don’t replace real learning with social media content — even if it’s online, make sure there’s a teacher guiding you.
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