— Literatures of the Islamic World
Introduction to classical Islamic culture through translations of literature primarily from Arabic and Persian, as well as other languages. Topics include the concept of the self, society and power, spirituality, the natural world, the cosmos, and the supernatural.
Topics
- the concept of the self
- society and power
- spirituality
- the natural world
- the cosmos
- and the supernatural
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Introduction to classical Islamic culture through translations of literature primarily from Arabic and Persian, as well as other languages. Topics include the concept of the self, society and power, spirituality, the natural world, the cosmos, and the supernatural. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Oral Skills (OL); World Cultures (WC); Writing Experience (WE). Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Term Paper. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Arts & Humanities (AH); Oral Skills (OL); World Cultures (WC); Writing Experience (WE).
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027