The World of Islam

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This course examines the history, religious development, and current issues confronted by the people and governments of Islamic countries. Although the religion and its demographics encompass more than the geographic region known as the Middle East, a major focus of the course will be on this region which stretches from southern Asia to northeastern Africa. The genesis of modern civilization and today’s major monotheistic religions is to be found in this area, as are some of the world’s most pressing and perplexing political and religious issues.