Abstract
In the last unit of the course, the different anthropological aspects that have been dealt with during the semester (see below) will be summarized and discussed with the students, taking into account some relevant Qurʾanic passages. In addition, the question will be addressed whether and to what extent the human being is also a spiritual being and to what extent spirituality can contribute to the promotion of a good coexistence in a religiously, ideologically, and culturally plural society.
1. human being as a person (concept of person/human dignity)
2. human being as individual and social being / as a relational being
3. human beings and gender
4. human being as a spiritual being?
Timescale
One lecture (approximately 90 minutes)
Key Terms
Qurʾā n, Human Being as Individual and Social Being, Gender, Spirituality.
Key competences / Learning outcomes
• Students will be able to identify Islamic anthropological aspects from the Qur'an and interpret them with regard to today's context as well as reflect on their significance in their future teaching profession.
• Students can recognize and reflect on the importance of spirituality in connection with being human and personal (ethical and moral) development.
• Students reflect and discuss the meaning of spirituality and its possible contribution to peaceful coexistence in plural societies.
