RELI 339 - Contemporary Islamic Thought

Institution:

Hendrix College

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Description:

In the twenty-first century Muslims are developing ways of thinking and approaches to life that are intended to be relevant to contemporary Muslims and the wider world. Some build upon the mystical traditions of the Muslim past, especially Sufism; some build upon what they call "liberal" or "progressive" currents of more recent Muslim history, seeking to show how Islam can promote freedom of thought, democracy, respect for the rights of women, appreciation of science. In a different vein, other strands of contemporary thinking emphasize that Islam provides a constructive alternative to Western ways of thinking. This course is intended to introduce students to a wide array of contemporary Islamic thinking: mystical, militant, liberal, feminist, and conservative

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hendrix.edu

Phone Number:

(501) 329-6811

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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