TH 660 - Comparative Theological Readings of the Qur'an

(3.00 cr.)

A comprehensive introduction to the holy book of Islam. After a survey of the historical and literary setting of the Qur'an, students concentrate on a close reading of a number of theologically relevant passages. They compare translations and interpretations in order to get an idea of the most important semantic fields. Students look at some of the most important voices in the history of tafsir (Qur'anic exegesis) and also consider Christian theological approaches of the Qur'an.