REL 295-01 - Special Topic: The Life of the Qur’an

4 credits (Fall)

This course explores the life of the Qur’an as a text and cultural object. We explore literary and other aspects of the Qur’an and how Muslim communities have brought the Qur’an to life throughout history. In addition to reading selections of the Qur’an, we will see how the Qur’an receives expression in material, visual, and aural culture.

Prerequisite: REL 101, REL 102, REL 103, REL 104, REL 105, or second-year standing.
Instructor: Saba