Arabic Through the Qur’an is taught by Ustadha Ola Shoubaki, founder of Arabic Gems Institute.
With a BA in Arabic from SOAS and a Master’s degree in Arabic Linguistics from the International Islamic University of Malaysia, she specialised in the science of Ishtiqaaq (Arabic etymology) — with particular focus on its role in uncovering the deeper meanings of the Qur’an and its usage in classical tafsir.
Since 2007, she has dedicated her work to guiding English-speaking students beyond translation and into the structure, roots, and linguistic precision of Qur’anic Arabic itself.
Her teaching style is clear, structured, and deeply rooted in the classical sciences — while remaining accessible to those without prior formal study. Over the years, hundreds of students have studied with her to build lasting foundations in the language of revelation.
This course reflects over two decades of refinement, research, and lived experience in teaching Qur’anic Arabic in a way that is both rigorous and transformative.