REL 2786 - The Qur'an

An overview of the central religious text in Muslim societies, the Qur'an. Students will gain familiarity with the major themes of the Qur'an and explore the historical and cultural context of the earliest Muslim societies. Students will assess and synthesize the multiple interpretations that have brought the Qur'an to life over various eras. The course goes beyond the text itself to trace how the Qur'an influences ritual, practice, social organization, culture, and everyday life. This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – World Language and Culture Category.

Credits: 4 hours

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