We will take advantage of current geopolitical controversies in order to unearth the theoretical core of the debate between Islam and the West. Materials related to the Islamic heritage will be placed next to arguments made on behalf of the West in relation to certain key issues, such as rights versus duties; religion and freedom; and democracy and progress. Modern, pre-modern, sacred, and secular texts will be studied. How can the secular world defend itself against a critique that begins from a position of faith and emphasizes virtue, God, and justice?
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What a character. Most I’ve ever learned in a class at BC and would 100% take again. Hard exams, heavy workload, and I would have appreciated more emphasis on essays rather than tests, but I really did thoroughly enjoy this class and have high respect for Professor Dipasquale. Don’t expect an A.