Course Details
Country:
Ireland
Institution:
Dublin City University
Course Title:
Introduction to Islam
Course Number:
RET1008
Course Description:
The purpose of this module is to introduce learners to Islam as a religious, social, literary and historical phenomenon. The module will explore the historical foundations of Islam and some of its most important subsequent developments. It will survey the major practices and beliefs of Islam through a close reading of key selections from the primary sources of Islamic religious literature. In this module students will develop knowledge of Islam in particular and develop a range of critical and analytical skills. Although the major focus of this module is Islam as lived and experienced by Muslims, some attention will also be given to issues relating the representation of Muslims by non-Muslims, especially in the contemporary period. Students are expected to attend lecture, contribute to seminars and engage in online learning activities on a regular basis. There will also be an opportunity for students to take an optional module in Classical
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
RELI 272
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