ISL410 Islamic Jurisprudence of Five Pillars (8)

This subject addresses the study of Islamic law or jurisprudence (fiqh) relating to the five pillars of Islam - the declaration of faith (shahadah), the daily prescribed prayers (salat), fasting during the month of Ramadan (sawm), purifying alms (zakat), and the pilgrimage (hajj) - together with the textual evidence for the basis of the rulings. The rituals related to these practices will be studied together with the criteria and method for practice. Physical cleansing in Islam will also addressed. The Hanafi school of Islamic law will be the primary school studied, however, views and evidence from Shafi'i, Maliki and Hanbali schools of law will also be discussed.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
United Theological College

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ISL410. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation

Enrolment Restrictions

Master of Islamic Studies (Articulated Set)

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to articulate critically the jurisprudence (fiqh) related to the practice of the five pillars of Islam.
  • be able to analyse critically the evidence for the practice of the five pillars of Islam.
  • be able to show an in-depth understanding of the rituals involved in individual, congregational, Friday, eid and funeral ritual prayers.
  • be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the ritual cleansing process needed for different circumstances and different practices.
  • be able to demonstrate independent research, organisation, written and oral communication skills through the presentation of a substantial work.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Terminologic Concepts in Islamic Law
  • The Book of Purification and Cleanliness
  • The Book of Salat (Prayer)
  • The Book of Zakat (Almsgiving)
  • The Book of Sawm (Fasting)
  • The Book of Hajj (Pilgrimage)

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of ISL410 in Session 2 2021. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Participation and engagement
10
2
Quizzes
20
3
Presentation
10
4
Essay
30
5
Online final exam
30

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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