This module acquaints students with the diversity of understandings of al-Qur示膩n al-shar墨f which have developed in Muslim traditions over different historical periods and across various cultural contexts. It presents a historical and contextual study of significant concepts related to the 蚕耻谤鈥檃苍Muslims believe that the Holy 蚕耻谤鈥檃苍 contains divine revelations to the Prophet Muhammed received in Mecca and Medina over a period of 23 years in the early 7th century CE. More, including prophethood, revelation and authority as interpreted in Shi士i Islam and other Muslim traditions. Students are led to reflect on the multitude of interpretations of the 蚕耻谤鈥檃苍 that have come to be expressed by Muslim traditions and scholars over the centuries. They learn of the variety of ways in which the 蚕耻谤鈥檃苍 has been applied in Muslim contexts, from theological and juridical readings to literary and aesthetic renderings. The ethical and spiritual aspects of the 蚕耻谤鈥檃苍 are highlighted in terms of their relevance for the contemporary context.
