The Journey
Taʿāluf moves students from personal Tadabbur to relational Tadabbur, exploring how the Qur’an softens, aligns, and harmonizes hearts. This journey centers on internalizing Qur’anic virtues, cultivating emotional maturity, and learning how Revelation shapes the way we relate to others by drawing heavily on Surah Al-Hujurat, the Qur’an’s blueprint for adab, humility, empathy, and community-life. Students will practice prophetic manners, emotional regulation, and the ethics of companionship.
Class Details
- Dates: Fridays, January 23 to May 1 (March 13 to 20th off for last 10 days of Ramadan and Eid)
- Where: Weekly online modules, Live Sessions on Zoom
- When: Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST (via Zoom)
- Instructor: Dr. Zainab Alwani
- Investment: $250
Your Instructor
Dr. Zainab Alwani is the President and Chairwoman of Glass Lamp Institute. Through Glass Lamp Institute, Dr. Alwani is developing a growing body of work centered on Taddabur al-Qur’an—a methodology for deepening one’s relationship with the Quran through reflection, contemplation, and practice.
She is the first woman to serve as Associate Professor of Islamic Studies at the Howard University School of Divinity (HUSD), where she also chairs the Master of Arts in Religious Studies program. A pioneering scholar and educator, Dr. Alwani brings over 30 years of experience in teaching and curriculum development in Quranic and Islamic studies.
She holds a Ph.D. in Islamic Sciences and Jurisprudence from the International Islamic University of Malaysia. Her groundbreaking dissertation explored the application of the higher aims of Islamic law (Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah) within the context of the American Muslim family—a theme that continues to inform much of her research and scholarship.
An accomplished author and thought leader, Dr. Alwani has written extensively across books, academic articles, and textbooks. She is particularly interested in deriving methodologies for approaching the Quran, Sunnah, and Islamic jurisprudence in the area of women and family relations.
She is the first female jurist to serve on the Fiqh Council of North America, where she now serves as Vice-Chair.
Dr. Alwani also serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Islamic Faith and Practice, a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Islamic Seminary of America in partnership with IUPUI University Library.
Her current initiatives also include the Orphan Care Project, a pioneering effort aimed at reviving the central role of orphan care in Islam through education and research.
Above all, Dr. Alwani is a dedicated mother of four and grandmother of nine. She enjoys reading, writing, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Why You Should Enroll
- Deepen and expand your personal relationship with the Qur’an
- Learn how to make the Qur’an an active guide for daily life, decision-making, and conflict resolution
- Discover how the Qur’an builds ʿumrān—the flourishing of individuals, families, communities, and the Ummah
- Strengthen emotional intelligence through Qur’anic principles
- Understand how the Qur’an heals relationships, restores trust, and unites hearts
- Experience spiritual cohesion and genuine companionship with classmates
- Build the relational and spiritual foundations needed for meaningful participation in Iqra Circles
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Ideal for students ready to move from private reflection to shared, heart-centered growth
Intake Form
Students will be placed into Iqra Circles—small, guided groups designed to foster deeper suhba, accountability, and relational growth.
To ensure a meaningful and relevant experience, all students are required to complete a short intake form after registering. This helps us thoughtfully group students based on background, learning goals, and availability.
Please note: Registration is not complete until the intake form is submitted.
Submit here: https://forms.gle/m8zpdgM2WV2jjZmT8
Financial Assistance
If you need additional financial assistance, please email info@glasslampinstitute.com.