Introduction to Islam 3600-7-TU2-WI(Z)
The course offers a comprehensive and analytical presentation of the history and contemporary state of Islam worldwide.
It begins with a discussion of the origins and sources of Islam, including the beliefs of pre-Islamic Arabia—both polytheistic traditions and monotheistic religions (Judaism and Christianity). The next stage focuses on the life of the Prophet Muhammad, including the earliest history of the Muslim community.
This is followed by an examination of the structure and content of the Qur'an as the sacred scripture of Islam. A complementary element of Revelation is the sunnah, or the “tradition of the Prophet Muhammad,” which is discussed as another key component of the course.
Building on these two foundational sources, the course presents Islamic law (sharīʿa), including the schools of Islamic jurisprudence and selected legal regulations. A particularly important aspect is the Five Pillars of Islam (ṣalāt – prayer; zakāt – almsgiving; ṣawm – fasting; ḥajj – pilgrimage; and shahāda – the profession of faith), as well as selected regulations concerning maintenance obligations.
Another major topic is the development of religious and philosophical movements within Islam, among which Shi‘ism—in its diversity—and Sufism are of particular importance.
The foundations of classical Islam provide the necessary background for discussing various movements in modern Islam, including fundamentalist and modernist trends, especially those developing in the countries of the Middle East.
Course coordinators
Type of course
Mode
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
has knowledge and understanding of the basic philosophical currents and concepts, as well as the role of philosophical reflection in shaping culture [K_W03]
possesses structured and detailed knowledge of Islamic philosophy and religion [K_W07]
is able to identify and characterize the fundamental cultural phenomena of the Muslim world [K_W10]
knows and understands the basic methods of analysis and interpretation of various cultural products, appropriate to selected theories and research schools in the field of Islamic religious studies [K_W18]
knows and understands the basic methods of analysis and interpretation of various cultural products characteristic of indigenous traditions of the Muslim world [K_W19]
Skills
is able to identify and characterize the fundamental cultural phenomena of the Muslim world [K_U02]
uses basic concepts from the field of Islamic philosophy and religion [K_U03]
understands the most important intellectual issues, dilemmas, and aesthetic preferences formulated within Muslim culture [K_U10]
is able to interpret key concepts of Muslim culture through linguistic/philological analysis [K_U15]
is able to function appropriately in the linguistic and cultural environment of Muslim countries [K_U17]
has the ability to present specific issues related to the cultural problems of the Muslim world in Polish or a foreign language, taking into account the intellectual traditions of Muslim countries [K_U21]
Social Competences
understands the need for lifelong learning [K_K01]
is able to appropriately define goals and methods for achieving them in scientific, professional, and social activities [K_K04]
is aware of cultural diversity and its religious, philosophical, social, and historical sources, as well as its importance for understanding the contemporary world [K_K05]
recognizes the need for intercultural dialogue [K_K06]
is aware of the significance of the cultures of Muslim countries in global culture [K_K07]
works to promote and disseminate the cultural heritage of Muslim countries [K_K08]
recognizes the positive socio-cultural values of the Mus
Assessment criteria
oral exam
Attendance control - a student can be absent max. twice during the semester; in the case of absence due to illness, the medical certificate excusing this absence should be submitted within seven work days of the last day of the leave specified in the certificate.
Bibliography
Bielawski J., Islam, religia państwa i prawa, Warszawa 1973.
Danecki J., Podstawowe wiadomości o islamie, Warszawa 2007.
Dziekan M. M., Cywilizacja islamu w Azji i Afryce, Warszawa 2007.
Gaudefroy-Demombynes M., Narodziny islamu, Warszawa 1988.
Koran, przeł. J. Bielawski, Warszawa 1986.
Kościelniak K., Sunna, hadisy i tradycjoniści. Wstęp do tradycji muzułmańskiej, Kraków 2006.
Mahomet, Mądrości Proroka, Warszawa 1993.
Nasr H.S., Idee i wartości islamu, Warszawa 1988.
Parzymies A. (red.), Muzułmanie w Europie, Warszawa 2005.
Piwiński R., Mitologia Arabów, Warszawa 1989.
Robinson F., Świat islamu, Warszawa 1996.
Rodinson M., Mahomet, Warszawa 1991.
Tibi B., Fundamentalizm religijny, Warszawa 1997.
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Kościelniak K., Sunna, hadisy i tradycjoniści. Wstęp do tradycji muzułmańskiej, Kraków 2006. |