Contemporary Ethical Issues in Islam” delves into the dynamic discourse of ethics within modern Islamic thought. This 14-week course examines how Islamic ethical principles are applied to contemporary issues, offering students a nuanced understanding of moral decision-making in the context of today’s global challenges.
Welcome.
As the world evolves, so too do the ethical dilemmas we face. “Contemporary Ethical Issues in Islam” is a course designed to explore the intersection of timeless Islamic principles with the complexities of modern society. Students will engage with case studies on bioethics, finance, environmental concerns, and technology, evaluating these through the lens of Islamic jurisprudence and moral philosophy. This course aims to equip students with the analytical tools to address current ethical challenges from an Islamic perspective, fostering a blend of traditional wisdom and contemporary relevance.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental principles of Islamic ethics and their application in contemporary contexts.
- Analyze and respond to ethical dilemmas in modern society using Islamic ethical frameworks.
- Critically engage with current debates on issues like bioethics, economics, environmental ethics, and human rights from an Islamic perspective.
- Articulate well-informed and nuanced positions on contemporary issues, supported by Islamic ethical teachings and scholarship.
- Synthesize Islamic ethical teachings with modern challenges to propose solutions that are both morally grounded and practically viable.
Curriculum
- 13 Sections
- 0 Lessons
- 14 Weeks
- Week 1: Introduction to Islamic EthicsWeek 1: Introduction to Islamic Ethics – Understand the foundations and sources of Islamic ethics.0
- Week 2: Ethical Decision-MakingWeek 2: Ethical Decision-Making – Learn the process of making ethical decisions in Islam.0
- Week 3: Bioethics – Explore Islamic perspectives on contemporary bioethical issues.0
- Week 4: Business Ethics – Examine the principles of ethical business practices in Islamic finance.0
- Week 5: Environmental Ethics – Assess Islamic teachings on environmental stewardship and sustainability.0
- Week 6: Technology and Ethics – Discuss the ethical challenges and opportunities presented by modern technology.0
- Week 7: Human Rights – Evaluate the concept of human rights within an Islamic ethical context.0
- Week 8: Social Justice – Analyze Islamic viewpoints on social justice and communal responsibilities.0
- Week 9: Islamic Banking – Delve into the ethical dimensions of Islamic banking and finance.0
- Week 10: Medical Ethics – Investigate Islamic responses to modern medical practices and dilemmas.0
- Week 11: Ethics of War and Peace – Explore the Islamic ethical framework regarding conflict resolution.0
- Week 12: Consumer Ethics – Understand Islamic teachings on consumption and ethical consumerism.0
- Week 13: Globalization and Ethics – Reflect on the influence of globalization on Islamic ethics.0
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