ISL430 Methodology of Qur'anic Exegesis (Usul al-Tafsir) (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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| Session 3 | | Online | United Theological College |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ISL430
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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Assumed Knowledge|
Foundational knowledge of the Qur'an and revelation.
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Enrolment restrictions|
Master of Islamic Studies |
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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 apply critically 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 (miraculousness) of the Qur'an
- History of interpretation and interpreters of the Qur'an
- Asbab al-nuzul (occasions of revelation) and Isra'iliyyat
- Muhkam and mutashabih (clear and ambigious verses) and the notion of naskh (abrogation)
- Qiraats and ahruf al-sab'ah (Qur'anic readings and seven letters)
- Textual analysis and translation of the Qur'an
- Qasas al-Qur'an (Qur'anic stories)
- Mystical interpretaion of the Qur'an
- Modern issues and western scholarship of the Qur'an
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
