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OVERVIEW
Q-Reflect explores a series of core themes rooted in selected Qur’anic passages, examined through both scholarly insight and practical reflection. Each session moves from text to meaning, and from meaning to lived experience.
THEMES ACADEMIC YEAR 2026
Themes such as wealth, formation, patience and gratitude approach the Qur’an not only as sacred text, but as a guide for emotional intelligence, ethical decision-making, and personal growth. Each topic is explored in two parts: a Qur’anic Deep Dive, followed by a group Reflection & Application workshop that connects timeless wisdom to contemporary practice.
Together, these sessions invite participants to rethink familiar concepts through a Qur’anic lens, fostering deeper self-awareness and more purposeful engagement with everyday life.
DATES
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Next Session 1: Wealth: The Guaranteed Investment—Wednesday 21st October 2026.
Session 2: Formation: How Struggle Shapes Character—T.B.C.
Session 3: Patience and Gratitude: How the Signs of God Inspire —Wednesday 9th December 2026.
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Registered students will receive further details by email.
Early Bird for the first session ends 14th October 2026. Limited capacity.
Sura Al Hadid (The Iron) Q. 57: 1–29.
What can we learn about investment from the Qur’an’s portrayal of wealth and its conception of success?
This session will consist of two parts: Brief Tafsir and Group Reflect.
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Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026.
Part One: Brief Tafsir
The session begins with a guided reading and analytical commentary on the set verses by Dr Ashraf, exploring how the Qur’an weaves together multiple perspectives to illustrate the essence of investment.
This segment will reveal how spending, investment, and other financial concepts are presented in Sura Al Hadid.
Part Two: Group Reflect
In the second half of the evening, participants will engage in interactive exercises designed to delve deeper into the Qur’anic understanding of investment.
Through group activities, we’ll examine how we can navigate our personal wealth and align our own perspective with that of the Qur’anic ideal.
Sura Yusuf (Joseph) Q. 12: 8-18, Q. 12: 23-41, Q. 12: 92-101.
How do we respond in every situation?
In this session, we explore Prophet Joseph’s character and traits at every stage oftribulation: at the well, in the governor’s house, in the prison and finally at the palace.
This session will consist of two parts: Brief Tafsir and Group Reflect.
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Date: T.B.C.
Part One: Brief Tafsir
The first half of the evening begins with Dr Ashraf’s insightful overview and commentary on the selected verses.
Reflecting on each set of verses we will focus on the Prophet Josephs traits at each station.
Part Two: Group Reflect
Building on the opening discussion, participants will take part in an interactive workshop exploring each stage of Prophet Joseph’s life and how we might relate to Prophet Joseph’s story?
Through guided analysis and group activities, we’ll examine how we can learn from his example in navigating our personal highs and lows.
Sura Ya Sin Q. 36: 33–44.
How can the signs of God and resurrection inspire patience and gratitude within us?
This session will consist of two parts: Brief Tafsir and Group Reflect.
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Date: Wednesday 9th December 2026.
Part One: Brief Tafsir
The first half of the evening begins with a guided reading and exegetical deep dive into these profound verses.
This introduction will set the stage for a reflective exploration of how the Qur’an redefines our understanding of success, moving beyond conventional measures to reveal the enduring, inner dimensions of true achievement.
Part Two: Group Reflect
The second half of the evening consists of an interactive workshop, where attendees will analyse the traits of success described in the verses, compare them with modern rules of achievement, and reflect on their practical application in daily life.
Through small-group discussion, structured exercises, and guided reflection, participants will construct a model of success, uncover key insights, and connect the Qur’anic vision of achievement to personal growth and spiritual fulfillment.