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LLM Al-Kalam and Development of Muslim in Firaq

This course, *Ilmu `l-Kalām* and Development of Muslim *Firaq*, explores the development of sectarian movements and their doctrines within Islam. It examines the roles of prominent theologians in shaping Muslim creed. The course covers theological principles, debates among early Muslim groups, and the emergence of rationalism and orthodoxy. Biographies of key theologians from various schools of thought are included, along with discussions on divine Unity and Justice, the nature of the *Qur'ān*, and eschatological beliefs.

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65h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Ilmu `l-KalāmMuslim FiraqIslamic TheologySectarian MovementsMuslim Theologians

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Islamic Theology

2

Development of Muslim Sects

3

Theology of Predestination

4

Theology of Free Will

5

Mu'tazilite Theology

6

Ash'arite Theology

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1: Development of Muslim Firaq

5h

Unit 1: Definition and Origin of Islamic Theology

5 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to understand the definition and scope of Islamic Theology.
  • •Identify theological points in the *Qur'ān*.
  • •Understand the role of the *Şahābah* in the emergence of Islamic theology.
Week
2

MODULE 1: Development of Muslim Firaq

5h

Unit 2: The Jabarites, the Qadarites, the Murjites and the Muslim Majority's Opinion on Predestination

5 study hours
  • •Identify the Jabarites and their views on predestination.
  • •Identify the Qadarites and their views on predestination.
  • •Understand the Muslim Majority's opinion on predestination.
  • •Enumerate grave sins and their consequences.
Week
3

MODULE 1: Development of Muslim Firaq

5h

Unit 3: The Kharijites (Khawārij)

5 study hours
  • •Trace the origin of the Kharijites.
  • •Discuss the division of the Kharijites into sub-sects.
  • •Highlight the political and theological doctrines of the Kharijites.
Week
4

MODULE 1: Development of Muslim Firaq

5h

Unit 4: The Shī'ah

5 study hours
  • •Define Shiism and identify its main creeds.
  • •Discuss the *Ithna'ashariyyah*, *Sab-'iyyah* and *Zaydiyyah* Shiite sub-sects.
  • •Distinguish between the creeds of the various Shiite sub-sects.
Week
5

MODULE 1: Development of Muslim Firaq

5h

Unit 5: Extremist Shī'ites (Gulātush-Shī'ah)

5 study hours
  • •Expound on the extremist *Shī'ah* groups.
  • •Trace their origin and expose their extremism.
  • •Discuss their history and pinpoint their location.
Week
6

MODULE 3 AL – MU'TA ZILAH AND AL – ASH'ARIYYAH ) (the Mutazilites and the Ash'arites)

5h

Unit 1: The Emergence of the Mu'tazilah and Their Fundamental Doctrines

5 study hours
  • •Define Mutazilism.
  • •Trace the origin of the Mutazilah movement.
  • •Enumerate the fundamental doctrines of the Mutazilites.
  • •Critically discuss the fundamental doctrines of the Mutazilites.
Week
7

MODULE 3 AL – MU'TA ZILAH AND AL – ASH'ARIYYAH ) (the Mutazilites and the Ash'arites)

5h

Unit 2: The Prominent Mu'tazilites and More of their Views.

5 study hours
  • •Identify the renowned Mutazilites.
  • •State the theological views of each of the prominent Mutazilites.
  • •Appraise the validity of the viewpoints of the Mutazilites.
Week
8

MODULE 3 AL – MU'TA ZILAH AND AL – ASH'ARIYYAH ) (the Mutazilites and the Ash'arites)

5h

Unit 3: Ash'arism and Its Fundamental Doctrines

5 study hours
  • •Define Ash'arism.
  • •Trace the origin of the Ash'arites movement.
  • •Enumerate the fundamental doctrines of the Ash'arites.
  • •Critically discuss the fundamental doctrines of the Ash'arites.
Week
9

MODULE 3 AL – MU'TA ZILAH AND AL – ASH'ARIYYAH ) (the Mutazilites and the Ash'arites)

5h

Unit 4: Biography of Al-Ash'arī and His Short Creed

5 study hours
  • •Identify three representatives of the orthodox school of Islamic theology.
  • •Give a biographical account of al-Ash'arī.
  • •Summarize al-Ash'arī's treatise on the Sunni creed.
Week
10

MODULE 1: Development of Muslim Firaq

5h

Unit 1: Revision of Module 1

5 study hours
  • •Review Module 1: Development of Muslim Firaq
  • •Revise key concepts and doctrines.
  • •Prepare for assignments.
Week
11

MODULE 3 AL – MU'TA ZILAH AND AL – ASH'ARIYYAH ) (the Mutazilites and the Ash'arites)

5h

Unit 1: Revision of Module 3

5 study hours
  • •Review Module 3: Al-Mu'tazilah and Al-Ash'ariyyah
  • •Revise key concepts and doctrines.
  • •Prepare for assignments.
Week
12

Assignments and Revision

5h

Unit 1: Assignment and Forum Discussion

5 study hours
  • •Complete outstanding assignments.
  • •Participate in online forums to discuss challenging topics.
  • •Consult with tutor for clarification on difficult concepts.
Week
13

Final Revision

5h

Unit 1: Final Revision

5 study hours
  • •Comprehensive course review.
  • •Focus on key themes and concepts.
  • •Final exam preparation.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of the development of different Muslim sects.

2

Develop flashcards for key theological terms and concepts.

3

Compare and contrast the views of the Mu'tazilites and Ash'arites on major theological issues.

4

Practice answering essay questions on the contributions of prominent Muslim theologians.

5

Review the *Qur'ān*ic verses and *Ħadīth* passages cited in the course material to support different theological positions.

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