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Class Detail:

WN 2011
Arabic, Armenian, Persian, Turkish, and Islamic Studies
AAPTIS 262 - Introduction to Islam
Section 001

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WorldLit

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Repeatability:

May not be repeated for credit.

Cross-Listed Classes:

RELIGION 204 - Intro Islam, Section 001

Primary Instructor:

Jackson,Sherman A

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This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Islam as a religious tradition. After examining the fundamental sources of Islam, particularly the Qur'an and the reports about the activities and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, we will discuss how these foundations gave rise to the beliefs and practices of Muslims and to an Islamic civilization with spectacular achievements in such areas as law, theology, science, philosophy, and mysticism. Our emphasis will be on the first thousand years of Islam, but modern and recent developments will be covered as well. Quizzes, a midterm, and a final exam.

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