Doctrinal Dimension: Islam
This item is included in the following series/curriculum: Beliefs and Believers
- Grade Level: Adult
- Subjects: Religion and Spirituality
- Produced By: Governors State University
- Year: 2006
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Running Time: 58m 34s
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Focuses on the study of Islam and considers the "second dimensional triangle" formed by doctrine, ethics, and society. Students see how Islamic doctrines and ethical practices work together to shape Islamic society. Key Islamic concepts covered in discussion include "The Five Pillars of Islam" (a.k.a. The Five Articles of the Islamic Faith), shirk, shari'a, jihad, the holy Qu'ran, and the meaning behind the prayer ritual.