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The University of Chicago's Adam Rose discusses "The Qur'an as Literature"

Kibbitznest
Chicago, IL

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Kibbitznest Liberal Arts Discussions are a collaboration with The University of Chicago Graham School to host presentations and discussions of original research, hosted at Kibbitznest Books, Brews & Blarney.

All proceeds benefit the kibbitznest nonprofit, with a mission to encourage face-to-face communication, inspire conversation, and bring our community together to share insights and philosophies in a Socratic dialogue.

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

(Due to limited seating, RSVPs will receive priority seating)
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Discussion Information:

Traditionally considered the revealed word of God to Muhammad through the angel Gabriel, the Quran is the third great scripture of the Abrahamic tradition and the foundation of all forms of Islam. In this presentation, we will explore the Quran from a secular, literary, non-sectarian perspective in an effort to gain an initial understanding of the book and its relationship to the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament, its views on matters such as prophecy and history, the nature of the divine and the human, Judgment Day and the afterlife, the ideal society, the proper relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims, jihad (holy war or exertion), and more.

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About ADAM ROSE:

ADAM ROSE completed graduate work with the Committee on General Studies in the Humanities and the Committee on Human Development at the University of Chicago. His interest focuses on exploring ways in which the production and reception of texts of all types affect human life and people's views of themselves as well as the world they live in.
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Sponsor: Kibbitznest Books, Brews & Blarney

Registration is not necessary but appreciated due to space limitations.

kibbitznest is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization and wifi-free zone dedicated to the preservation of quality face-to-face human communication.