RELI 201 - Islam

Institution:

Bucknell University

Subject:

Description:

An overview of the many cultural expressions of this religion which emerged from the Arabian peninsula in the sixth century C.E. and spread through Eurasia to the larger world. The course will focus on the role of Muhammad as prophet, the Qur'an as scripture, and Hadith as religious narrative. The tensions between Law (Shar'iah), modernity, and mysticism (Sufism) also will be explored.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.bucknell.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 577-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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