RS 204 - Islam and the Modern World

Institution:

Albion College

Subject:

Religious Studies

Description:

This course analyzes Muslim intellectual responses to issues & examines developments in some Muslim countries in the 20th century. The course will provide an overview of the Islamic religion & history, & look at responses of certain influential Muslim intellectuals to issues such as modernism, democracy, secularism, nationalism, science and women's rights. Exploration of ways Islam has developed & influenced politics, & progressive Muslims in the West, as well as other areas are possible.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.albion.edu

Phone Number:

(517) 629-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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