Course Catalog - 2011-2012

     

RELI 526 - JIHAD & THE END OF THE WORLD

Long Title: JIHAD & THE END OF THE WORLD
Department: Religion
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Description: This course will explore the connections between Jihad (both aggressive and non-aggressive) and apocalyptic beliefs in the Muslim tradition from the time of the Prophet Muhammad until the present day. Readings from the Qur'an, Bukhari, Ayatullah al-Khumayni, and Sayyid Qutb. RELI 526: Write 25-page paper and teach 1-2 class sessions.