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Fall term

HDTH-01
Introduction to Hadith Studies

Monday - Wednesday | 11:00 - 11:50 AM CT

  • Units of Study: 
  • Key Terminology 
  • History of Hadith Preservation
  • Hadith Classification
  • Science of Hadith Criticism
  • Major Hadith Collections

Course Objective 

Students will gain a foundational understanding of Hadith as a source of Islamic knowledge, exploring its preservation, classification, and interpretation. By the end of the course, students will appreciate the rigorous methodology behind Hadith authentication and understand how Hadith informs Islamic law and daily practice.

Student Expectations

Students are expected to engage with lectures, participate in discussions, and analyze primary Hadith texts to develop a critical approach to Hadith studies. Regular assessments will reinforce comprehension, and students should approach the subject with intellectual curiosity and respect for scholarly traditions.

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