This book offers an in-depth exploration of the Institute of Traditional Islamic Art and Architecture (ITIAA) in Amman, Jordan. Employing grounded theory methodology, it conducts a vertical case study to establish a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the Institute. The research encompasses various facets, including the Institute's genesis within the broader context of Arab and Jordanian higher education, the profound influence of traditional Islamic philosophy on its operations, and the pivotal role of the anthropological concept of liminality in elucidating the evolving values of its students throughout their academic journey.