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The Religious Studies Department and the Khan Islamic Studies Endowment Fund presents:
Islamic Fundamentalism: When Extremism Assumes the Guise of Tradition
Guest Speaker: Prof. Joseph Lumbard (Brandeis University)
Day/Time: Monday, March 16, 2015 (12:00 noon)
Location: D-630
The sources of Islamic fundamentalism are heavily debated. Is fundamentalism native to Islam, or is it the product of our geopolitical political environment? This lecture will examine the claims of Islamist groups to be authentic representatives of the Islamic tradition. After a broad examination of factors that have contributed to the rise of Islamist groups, the lecture will focus upon the particular claims and actions of ISIS. It will conclude by arguing that a more accurate analysis of ISIS’ motives will lead to more effective ways to weaken their support as well as that of other Islamist groups.
Everyone welcome but space is limited.
Contact:
Bev Garnett | bev.garnett@uleth.ca | (403) 380-1894 | uleth.ca/artsci/event/73208
