Islamic Theologies

This presentation by Dr. Khalil Andani (Assistant Professor of Religion) introduces and explores different Islamic theologies – including Sunni Kalam, Ibn Sina’s Philosophy, and Shia Ismaili Thought. 0:01 What is Islamic Theology 20:13 The Kalam Tradition – Mu’tazilis, Hanbalis, Ash’aris, Maturidis 53:30 The Existence & Attributes of God in Sunni Kalam 1:36:48 Falsafa – Ibn Sina’s Islamic Philosophy 1:54:00 – Ibn Sina’s Argument for God’s Existence 2:38:20 – The Relationship of Sunni Kalam and Avicennian Falsafa 2:49:00 – The Sunni Creed Jawharat al-Tawhid 3:01:11 – Shia Ismaili Philosophical Theology