The Qur’an in Conversation with the Bible: Part II
Theory & Case Studies in Intertextuality

Course Description

This one-day short course continues on from our previous study of Quranic intertextuality especially as it pertains to the Bible and the Biblical tradition. It will continue it’s examination into questions of how and why the Qur’an ‘converses’ with previous scriptures and the sophistication of that dialogue. Students will  be taken through several case studies that highlight the exegetical and theological value of an intertextual study of the Qur’an but also pitfalls to be aware of. Along the way, students will be introduced to some useful resources and hermeneutical insights that will aid them in their personal study of the Qur’an in this respect.

About the Lecturer

Dr Saqib Hussain completed his DPhil at the University of Oxford on the relationship between the Qur’an and the Biblical tradition. He is currently an Assistant Professor at Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, where he teaches courses on the Qur’an, Islam, and comparative theology. His current research interests include surah structure, the Qur’an and late antiquity, and Qur’anic law.

Note: This course is included in the Quran Study Programme. If you are already enrolled in the programme, there’s no need to register separately for this course and you will receive the course access details closer to the course date. However, anyone interested in the topic or Qur’anic studies in general can benefit from this course.

Note: Part I is available for recorded access and can be purchased alongside Part II which will be taught live.