PHL 237 - Islamic Philosophy

3 credits
Introduction to important figures, views and themes in Islamic Philosophy and Theology. Cultural and historical background may be provided. The works of particular thinkers such as Al-Kindi, Al-Ghazali, Alarabi, Avicenna, Averroes may be examined. Themes and topics such as proofs for the existence of god, the nature of the soul and its immortality, the distinction between essence and existence, as well as the quest for mystical union with god may also be explored.