Religion, Culture, and Society 255 - Islam

Institution:

Gustavus Adolphus College

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Description:

This course is an introduction to the foundations of the religion and cultures of Islam: Muhammad, the Qur'an, and the sources of Islamic faith and practice. The course will survey the development of Islamic philosophy, theology, fundamental institutions, and the spread of Islam from its early beginnings to its present worldwide expression in diverse cultural settings. The history of Islam's major civilizations will be surveyed and important cultural achievements will be explored. Historic and contemporary relations between Islam, Christianity, and Judaism will be studied from a variety of historical, cultural, and academic perspectives. HIPHI, NWEST, Spring semester.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.GUSTAVUS.EDU

Phone Number:

(507) 933-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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