History of Early Religious and Political Sects
This course provides students with a profound understanding of the historical, theological and political developments of the Muslim community that led to formation of the early Muslim sects. It considers the origins of the theological positions of the Khawarij, Shia, and Murji’a in the 2nd centuries, as well as the subsequent development of the Mu’tazila as a fully realised theological school.
Level
Beginners
Duration
6 hour and 10 minutes in total
Number of Units
5