RELG 270 - Introduction to Islamic Traditions

FC ARHU CD

4 credits
This course surveys Islam in its religious, intellectual, historical, socio-political, and institutional dimensions. It provides an overview of Muslim religious traditions for purposes of further historical study and for understanding contemporary Muslim societies. Topics covered include elements that constitute Muslim traditions, cultures, and identities, such as: pre-Islamic Arab society and surrounding Persian and Roman civilizations, the Prophet and the Qurán, Islamic theology, law, devotional rituals, arts and literatures, mysticism, mosque, and madrasa.

This course is appropriate for new students.