Subject: Religious Studies
Credit units: 3
Offered: Either Term 1 or Term 2
Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours
College: Arts and Science
Department: Arts and Science Dean's Office

Islam is one of the most important members of the family of world religions with 1.25 billion adherents. Accordingly, this course serves as an introduction to Islam focusing on various and complex identities that have shaped human understandings of the religion of Islam throughout history. The course focuses on the origins and development of Islam, fundamental beliefs and practices, and its influence in defining Muslim cultures.

Note: Students with credit for RLST 110.6 may not take RLST 113 for credit.

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