Mystical Traditions in Islam
HIST 337
Spring 2006
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01
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| Crosslisting:
RELI 355 |
Muslim scholars in the 20th century often condemn the mystical traditions, Sufism, as being un-Islamic. But for almost a thousand years mysticism provided an alternative voice to Muslim believers. This course will explore the origins and development of Sufism and its extraordinary impact on the cultural life of Muslims in art, music, poetry, and philosophy. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Ethical Reasoning, Ethical Reasoning, Writing, Writing |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
None |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (HIST-MN)(HIST)(RELI-MN) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
THE KORAN
Farid ud-Din Attar, THE CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS
Jalal al-Din Rumi, MYSTICAL POEMS OF RUMI
Anne-Marie Schimmel, MYSTICAL DIMENSIONS OF ISLAM
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Examinations and Assignments:
8 short essays on assigned readings
Take-home final |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Class attendance and participation are mandatory. |
| Instructor(s): Masters,Bruce A. Times: .M...F. 11:00AM-12:20PM; Location: PAC136; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 15 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| Seats Available: 1 | GRAD: 0 | SR non-major: 2 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 3 | FR: 0 |
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