Mutazilism And Ash’arism (Reason And Revelation)
- Arts
- 800 level
- 3 credit units
- 83 pages
- 7 units
This course explores Mutazilism and Ash'arism, delving into the interplay between reason and revelation in Islamic theology. It examines early Islamic sects, their ideologies, and the historical development of theological thought. Key topics include revelation, taqlid, tauhid, determinism, predestination, and the concepts of reward and punishment. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of different schools of thought within Islamic theology and their impact on Islamic intellectual history.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 156 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ISL840, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ISL840 · UNIT 1 REVELATION MEANING, MODES AND ISLAMIC THEOLOGY
It emphasized reason and rational thought, positing that the injunctions of Allah are accessible to rational thought and inquiry and that the Qur‘an, albeit the word of Allah, was created rather than uncreated, which would develop into one of the most contentious questions in Islamic theology.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the meaning and modes of revelation in Islam
- Identify and describe the major early Islamic sects and their ideologies
- Discuss the significance of *taqlid* in Islamic law
- Explain the concept of *tauhid* and its different types
- Analyze the concept of determinism in the Quran and Hadith
- Compare and contrast different views on predestination in Islamic theology
What it prepares you for
- Religious Teacher
- Islamic Scholar
- Theologian
- Religious Affairs Consultant
- Religious Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Research Institutes
- Government Agencies (Religious Affairs)
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3:
Unit 2: the concept of predestination; the Qadarites, the Murji'ites, the Jabarites, the Mu'tazilites and the Ash'arites
The unit requires understanding complex theological arguments and philosophical concepts related to free will and divine decree.
- Module 3:
Unit 3: the theory of reward and punishment and the effects of free will.
The unit demands a deep understanding of various theological perspectives on divine justice and human responsibility.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 74 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Revelation meaning, modes and position in Islamic theology. · 4 hours
Define revelation, its modes, and its significance.. Explore relevant Qur'anic quotations.. Understand the concept of Islamic theology (*Aqidah*)..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: early sects and their ideologies in theology. · 4 hours
Understand the historical development of various Islamic sects.. Identify the various Islamic sects and their ideologies.. Note the differences between the various sects..
- Week 3Module 2:
Unit 1: The origin and application of *taqlid* · 4 hours
Explain the meaning of *taqlid*.. State the significance of *taqlid*.. Understand the Sunni and Shia perspectives on *taqlid*..
- Week 4Module 2:
Unit 2: *Tauhid* significance and types · 4 hours
Explain the meaning of *tauhid*.. State the different types of *tauhid*.. State the significance of *tauhid*..
- Week 5Module 3:
Unit 1: Determinism in the Quran and Hadith · 4 hours
Understand the meaning of determinism.. Understand the incorrect interpretations of the Qur'an concerning determinism.. Explore the philosophical and theological views of determinism..
- Week 6Module 3:
Unit 2: the concept of predestination; the Qadarites, the Murji'ites, the Jabarites, the Mu'tazilites and the Ash'arites · 5 hours
Understand the concept of predestination.. Compare and contrast the views of the Qadarites, Murji'ites, Jabarites, Mu'tazilites, and Ash'arites.. Analyze the implications of predestination on human responsibility..
- Week 7Module 3:
Unit 3: the theory of reward and punishment and the effects of free will. · 5 hours
Define reward and punishment in Islamic theology.. Discuss the conditions for receiving reward.. Explore the concept of divine grace and entitlement..
- Week 8Module 1:
Unit 1: Revelation meaning, modes and position in Islamic theology. · 4 hours
Review Module 1 Units 1 and 2. Complete TMA 1.
Unit 2: early sects and their ideologies in theology. · 4 hours
Review Module 1 Units 1 and 2. Complete TMA 1.
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 1: The origin and application of *taqlid* · 4 hours
Review Module 2 Units 1 and 2. Complete TMA 2.
Unit 2: *Tauhid* significance and types · 4 hours
Review Module 2 Units 1 and 2. Complete TMA 2.
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 1: Determinism in the Quran and Hadith · 4 hours
Review Module 3 Units 1, 2, and 3. Complete TMA 3.
Unit 2: the concept of predestination; the Qadarites, the Murji'ites, the Jabarites, the Mu'tazilites and the Ash'arites · 4 hours
Review Module 3 Units 1, 2, and 3. Complete TMA 3.
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 3: the theory of reward and punishment and the effects of free will. · 4 hours
Review Module 3 Units 1, 2, and 3. Complete TMA 3.
- Week 12Module 1:
Unit 1: Revelation meaning, modes and position in Islamic theology. · 8 hours
Comprehensive course review.. Focus on key concepts and definitions.. Prepare study notes..
- Week 13Module 2:
Unit 2: *Tauhid* significance and types · 8 hours
Final revision and exam preparation.. Practice answering past questions.. Review all TMAs..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a detailed study schedule allocating specific time for each module and unit.
- Summarize the key concepts and arguments of each Islamic sect discussed in the course.
- Compare and contrast the different perspectives on predestination, determinism, reward and punishment.
- Practice answering past examination questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.
- Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and incorporate feedback into your study notes.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ISL840 about?
This course explores Mutazilism and Ash'arism, delving into the interplay between reason and revelation in Islamic theology. It examines early Islamic sects, their ideologies, and the historical development of theological thought. Key topics include revelation, taqlid, tauhid, determinism, predestination, and the concepts of reward and punishment. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of different schools of thought within Islamic theology and their impact on Islamic intellectual history.
How many units does ISL840 have?
ISL840, Mutazilism And Ash’arism (Reason And Revelation), has 7 units across 3 modules, over 83 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ISL840?
ISL840 carries 3 credit units, at 800 level in Arts.
Is ISL840 hard?
ISL840 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does ISL840 take to study?
About 156 hours of study, spread across its 7 units.
How is ISL840 assessed?
ISL840 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with ISL840?
Religious Teacher, Islamic Scholar, Theologian and Religious Affairs Consultant.