ASNST-211 Islamic Spirituality, Mysticism, and Devotion

Introduction to the rich tradition of Islamic spirituality, mysticism, and devotion, sometimes lumped together under the category of Sufism. We shall adopt an interdisciplinary approach, focusing on key ideas, practices, and institutions that mark these diverse traditions. Students will read Qur’anic verses, Prophetic traditions, didactic literature, devotional poetry, and hagiographies. At the same time, we shall engage closely with questions of rituals, lived experience, built environments, and aesthetics.

Maximum Enrollment

Proseminar (16)

(Proseminar.)

Credits

1

Cross Listed Courses

RELST-211

Offered

Spring