ISL530 Usul al-Tafsir: Methodology in Qur'anic Exegesis (8)
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This subject introduces students to the methodology of Qur'anic exegesis. The concept of revelation, the importance of occasions of revelation for exegesis, the concept of abrogation, and a set of tools used in textual analysis will be discussed. The history of the development of Qur'anic exegetical method and its evolution over time to produce a rich literature of exegetical works will also be addressed. In addition, modern exegetical issues concerning the Qur'an will be investigated together with a critical evaluation of how the modern history of the Muslim world influenced contemporary exegetical works. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 3 | | Distance | United Theological College |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ISL530
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation |
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Enrolment restrictions|
Master of Islamic Studies |
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ISL230 Paired Subject
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the history of the development of Qur'anic exegesis
- be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the Qur'an through a methodical approach to its interpretation
- be able to demonstrate a familiarity with the terminology used in Qur'anic exegesis
- be able to understand and apply critically the general principles of Qur'anic exegesis
- be able to evaluate critically interpretations of the Qur'an in text and other literature
- be able to apply exegetical methods to the interpretation of the Qur'an
- be able to recognise and evaluate critically different exegetical types
- be able to demonstrate independent research, organisation, written and oral communication skills through the presentation of a substantial work
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Introduction to the methodology of the Qur'anic exegesis
- The notion of wahy (revelation)
- Transmission of the Qur'anic revelation
- Form, structure, coherence and the i'jaz of the Qur'an
- History of interpretation and interpreters of the Qur'an
- Occasions of revelation (asbab al-nuzul) and Isra'iliyyat
- Muhkam and Mutashabih (clear and ambigious verses) and the notion of naskh (abrogation)
- Qur'anic readings and seven letters - Qiraats and Ahruf al-Sab'ah
- Textual analysis and translation of the Qur'an
- Qur'anic stories - Qasas al-Qur'an
- Mystical Interpretaion of the Qur'an
- Modern issues and western scholarship of the Qur'an
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Residential SchoolThis subject contains a optional 2 day residential school.
The residential school is optional.
The purpose of the optional residential school is to provide an opportunity for exploration of the overall coursework covered. In addition to content review, this part of the course aims to facilitate an interactive session between the teaching academics and students.
Students will be involved in small group discussion, lectures, visual presentations and one-on-one sessions with the subject coordinator and lecturers to address any issues that may arise. Material and summary content covered in this session will be a valuable contribution towards the major assessment tasks.
Students unable to attend the optional residential school will be provided with an alternate assessment.
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
