Abstract: In this lecture series, we will explore what the Qur’an means by the term ḥikmah. We will closely examine the verses and passages of the Qur’an in which the term ḥikmah appears, following a roughly chronological order.
As part of our discussion, we will also investigate the engagement—or intertextuality—between these Qur’anic passages and the Biblical wisdom literature. The latter places strong emphasis on acquiring wisdom not only through revealed scripture, but also through contemplation of the natural world and personal life experience.
We believe that understanding this intertextual relationship between the Qur’an and earlier wisdom traditions—especially those found in the Bible—can shed light on the Qur’an’s invocation of ḥikmah, allowing us to better appreciate its depth and nuance.
Abstract: In this lecture series, we will explore what the Qur’an means by the term ḥikmah. We will closely examine the verses and passages of the Qur’an in which the term ḥikmah appears, following a roughly chronological order.
As part of our discussion, we will also investigate the engagement—or intertextuality—between these Qur’anic passages and the Biblical wisdom literature. The latter places strong emphasis on acquiring wisdom not only through revealed scripture, but also through contemplation of the natural world and personal life experience.
We believe that understanding this intertextual relationship between the Qur’an and earlier wisdom traditions—especially those found in the Bible—can shed light on the Qur’an’s invocation of ḥikmah, allowing us to better appreciate its depth and nuance.
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