This course will explore the place of spirituality in Islam, within the bounds of the Quran and Sunnah, and by contrasting that against the spiritual paradigms of other world systems. It will also look at the history of Sunni Sufism,
About this course
Focusing on the lives of the four rightly guided caliphs, this course explores their contributions to Islamic governance, ethics, and intellectual heritage. Students will learn how to evaluate historical narratives through the Islamic lens and critically assess
About the course (Fall 2025)
This is an entry-level course, part one of two courses that examines the Fiqh of Hadith pertaining to the essential topics, which include creed, law, morality, and spirituality. It goes through Imam al-Nawawi’s 40 Hadith