Culture and Civilization of Islam and the Arab World

Teacher(s)

De Callatay Godefroid;

Language

French

Prerequisites

None.

Main themes

An introduction to the history of rational thought in Islam.
Alternately with LGLOR2533, this course deals with the following themes:
- the movement of translation of ancient works;
- classification and organisation of the knowledge;
- the limits of human wisdom;
- the universality of the rational sciences in Islam;
- the scientific innovations in the first period of the 'Abbâsid caliphate;
- the conquest of wisdom in every field;
- Islam as a relay between the East and the West.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :
1	At the end of this course, the student will acquire some formal knowledge of the referential background. He will be initiated to the scientific approach in the field of modern studies, and will acquire the heuristic skill of using the main instruments for the study of this domain (dictionaries, encyclopaedias, bibliographies, monographs and articles, on-line resources). He will be able to carry out personal research on definite topics in this field, and to write an essay of limited dimensions on one aspect of the rational thought in Islam.

Content

Teaching methods

Although this course consists of formal lectures, there is nevertheless room for discussions.

Evaluation methods

Final marks are given on the basis of an oral exam (matters dealt with during the course) and a continuous appreciation of the active participation in the course.

Faculty or entity

EHAC