An Intensive Course To Islam For Beginners

Exploring the Fundamentals of Islam: A Comprehensive Introduction

What you'll learn

Developing an understanding of the basic beliefs and practices of Islam, including the Five Pillars of Islam, the Six Articles of Iman and Ihsan (Sufism).

Understanding what Muslims believe in.

Offering a simplified perspective on one of the most widely debated religions in the world.

Onthological issues like the purpose of life, predestination, free will, and life after death

Arguments of the existence of God from Muslim Philosophers.

Developing cultural competence: gaining an understanding of Islamic customs, and be better equipped to communicate with Muslim colleagues, classmates…

Requirements

no previous experience is needed.

Description

Welcome to our introductory course on Islam! This course will take you on a fascinating journey to explore one of the world's most influential religions.You'll learn about the core beliefs of Islam and how they shape the daily lives of Muslims around the world.The course will cover the Pillars of Islam and Iman, which are the core practices and beliefs that all Muslims are expected to follow. These include the declaration of faith, prayer, giving alms tax, fasting during Ramadan, and the pilgrimage to Mecca, as well as the belief in one God, angels, prophets, holy books, the day of judgment, and fate.Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to be introduced to Ihsan, known as Sufism, a spiritual tradition of Islam that focuses on the inward and mystical aspects of the faith.The aspects of free will and the purpose of life will be explained as well.You will also have access to a range of recommended books and resources that will continue to enrich your knowledge and understanding of Islam.Whether you're a student of religion, a curious traveler, or simply interested in learning more about Islam, this course is a must. Enroll today and join us on a journey of discovery into one of the world's most fascinating religions.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Islam, Iman & Ihsan: the 3 Dimensions of One Religion

Lecture 2 Allah

Lecture 3 Arguments of the Existence of God

Lecture 4 Angels

Lecture 5 The Day of Judgment

Lecture 6 The Prophets & Messengers

Lecture 7 The Holy Scriptures

Lecture 8 Qadar (fate)

Lecture 9 Summary of the Articles of Iman

Lecture 10 Islam: the 2nd Dimension

Lecture 11 Profession of Faith (shahada)

Lecture 12 Prayer (salat)

Lecture 13 Alms Tax (zakat)

Lecture 14 Fasting Ramadan (sawm)

Lecture 15 Piligrimage (Hajj)

Lecture 16 Sufism: the 3th Inner Dimension

Individuals who are curious about the religion of Islam.,Educators or researchers who want to expand their knowledge of Islam for academic or professional purposes.,Students of religion, theology, or social sciences, Middle East history and politics students,Professionals working in fields related to Islam: Individuals who work in fields such as international diplomacy, human rights advocacy, or social work.,Interfaith activists who want to foster greater understanding and cooperation among different religious communities.,New converts or individuals who are considering converting to Islam and want to learn about the religion's fundamentals.,Businesspeople or professionals who work with or within Muslim communities and want to gain a deeper understanding of the culture and religious practices.,Journalists or media professionals who want to gain a deeper understanding of the Islamic world and its impact on global events.,Individuals who want to challenge their own biases and stereotypes about Islam and Muslims.,Tourists or travelers who want to gain a better appreciation of the Islamic culture and its contributions to world history.,Muslims who want to deepen their knowledge and understanding of their own faith.