NELC 236 - Islamic Mysticism

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Distribution Course in Hist & Tradition. Class of 2009 & prior only. Staff. Typical forms of mystical experience in Islam. The cultural assimilation of ideas achieved by Muslim mystics. The development of Sufism and the formation of the sufi orders. Medieval trends of Sufi speculation and esoteric doctrine. Emphasis on primary readings.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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