Topics in Religion Studies (242-0-70)

Topic

Sufism

Instructors

Zachary Valentine Wright

Meeting Info

Northwestern Qatar Room 2-257: Tues, Su 10:00AM - 11:15AM (AST)

Overview of class

Sufism, sometimes referred to as "Islamic mysticism", has played a critical role in Muslim societies. This course provides an overview of the key doctrines of Sufism and considers their elaboration in dialogue with broader the broader intellectual, social and political history of Muslim civilizations. As Sufism is mostly widely practiced today in African Muslim societies, the course considers key case studies of Sufi revival in contemporary West Africa.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: None

Open to First-year students, sophomores and ABP Dual enrolled students

Open for cross-registration

Satisfies Media East Studies Minor & Africana Studies Minor

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: NUQ: Seats are reserved for Sophomore and Freshmen only.