Al-Mustafa Open University
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Quran Sciences 2
In the lesson, Qur’ānic sciences 2 the following topics are discussed:
The background of Qur’ānic sciences (introduction to books)
Exploration of the Inimitability of the Qur’ān:
a. Understanding the Literal and Technical Definition of ‘Ajz
b. Conditions and Provisions Required for a Miracle
The Role of Intellect in Validating Miracles:
a. Perspective of the Shi‘a Tradition
b. Perspective of Sunni Scholars, Particularly the Ash‘arites
Identifying the Pinnacle of Miracles:
Unraveling the Challenge of the Qur’ān (Taḥḥaddi):
- Defining the challenge
- The challenge in Meccan and Medinan verses of the Quran
Examining the aspects of the Qur’ān's miraculous nature:
- Verbal aspects
- Contentual aspects
- The bringer of the message
The background of Qur’ānic sciences (introduction to books)
Exploration of the Inimitability of the Qur’ān:
a. Understanding the Literal and Technical Definition of ‘Ajz
b. Conditions and Provisions Required for a Miracle
The Role of Intellect in Validating Miracles:
a. Perspective of the Shi‘a Tradition
b. Perspective of Sunni Scholars, Particularly the Ash‘arites
Identifying the Pinnacle of Miracles:
Unraveling the Challenge of the Qur’ān (Taḥḥaddi):
- Defining the challenge
- The challenge in Meccan and Medinan verses of the Quran
Examining the aspects of the Qur’ān's miraculous nature:
- Verbal aspects
- Contentual aspects
- The bringer of the message
Objectives of the course
By the conclusion of the lessons, students will gain an understanding of:- The perspectives related to the miraculous nature of the Qur’ān among both Shi’a and Sunni scholars.
- The significance and extent of The Challenge of the Qur’ān (Taḥḥaddi).
- Various dimensions of the Qur’ān's miraculous nature.
- Important questions, misconceptions, and doubts regarding the Qur’ān raised by orientalists, which will be thoroughly examined and reviewed.
Course details
| Course Name | Quran Sciences 2 |
|---|---|
| Degree | Short-term (courses) |
| Presentation Language | English |
| Course certificate | Not provided |
| Course duration (terms) | 1 |