HIS 359 History of Islamic Law
3 hours
This course surveys the history and practice of law in the Islamic World. In doing so, it explores the history and development of Islamic legal theory, particularly the complex and shifting relationship between political and religious authority in the theory and practice of Islamic law. We will conclude by looking at the current diversity of legal systems that claim affiliation with the classical Islamic tradition.
Prerequisite
ENG 201 and junior standing or above
Notes
This course satisfies the John Jay College Option: Justice in Global Perspective (300-level) area of the Gen Ed Program.