The Great Courses Plus – Great World Religions: Islam 2025-10

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Great World Religions: Islam is a course on the beliefs, history, and cultural impact of Islam published by The Great Courses Plus online academy. This course provides a comprehensive survey of the beliefs, history, and cultural impact of Islam—one of the world’s great religions. The course explores the origins of Islam, the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and the foundational texts that shape Islamic thought and practice. Students will learn about the five pillars of the religion, diverse traditions in the Islamic world, and the influence of Islam on art, philosophy, and global civilization.

This course explores the fundamental tenets of the Islamic religion, including the concepts of monotheism, revelation, and community. Students will learn about the Quran, Hadith, and Sharia as primary sources of guidance, as well as the historical development of Islamic empires and cultural achievements. The course discusses the diversity of Islamic traditions, including Sunni and Shia branches, and explores the role of spirituality, ritual, and ethics in everyday life. It also examines Islam’s interactions with other religions and its role in shaping world history. By the end, students will gain a balanced understanding of Islam’s theology, culture, and enduring global significance.

What you will learn in Great World Religions: Islam:

Islam Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Muhammad – Prophet and Politician
Muslim Community – Faith and Politics
Paths to God – Islamic Law and Mysticism
Women and Change in Islam
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Course specifications

Publisher: The Great Courses Plus
Instructors: John L. Esposito
Language: English
Level: Introductory to Advanced
Number of Lessons: 12
Duration: 6 hours and 7 minutes