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At the Foot of the Throne is a sacred invitation to explore the most exalted verse in the Qur’an; Ayat al-Kursi, with Dr. Sofia Rehman, scholar of Islam. Across four transformative sessions, this course guides you through the majestic meanings, Divine Names, and spiritual power embedded within this single, awe-inspiring verse. Through classical tafsīr, memorisation support, and reflective practice, you'll journey into the heart of Allah’s Living Presence. Described in hadith as “the greatest verse in the Qur’an”, Ayat al-Kursi offers oceans of meaning. It speaks of Allah’s Eternal Life (al-Ḥayy), His Absolute Sustaining Power (al-Qayyūm), the vastness of His Kursī, and His Knowledge that encompasses all things. This course offers a unique opportunity to sit “at the foot of the Throne, to not only understand these concepts intellectually, but to feel them take root in your heart. Over four tafsīr sessions, you’ll dive into the verse through rich commentary from classical scholars like al-Ṭabarī, al-Rāzī, and al-Qushayrī, while also connecting it to the contemporary believer’s inner life. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your connection with Allah, protect yourself through memorisation of this verse, or simply understand why this āyah is so often called the most powerful in the Qur’an, this course is for you.