ISL 220 Introduction to Islam

Introduces students to the history and primary texts of Islam and equips them to critically engage topics related to Islam with integrity and insight. A selective, but representative, survey of Muslim history moves from the cultural and religious context of late sixth century Arabia up to the present time. Textual study focuses on the Qur’an, sunna, hadith, and major schools of jurisprudence as they have been interpreted by Muslims over time. 3 hour(s). HUM