30-Week Diploma Course***
Understanding Historiography & Historical Theory through the lens of Shari’ah
Tackle key issues from history such as the First and Second Fitna, legitimacy of the Khilafa, issue of slavery, Jizya, fratricide, the ruler’s harem, castration of male slaves & more
Engage primary and secondary sources, legal works including fatawa, academic papers and articles
Pathway to joining In the Shade of the Minaret as an instructor, researcher or contributor
Guest Speakers, Selected-Readings and Assignments
***Open to students who have successfully completed “Foundations of Islamic History”
Payment Plan Available
Date: October 3rd, 2026
Timing: Every Saturday, 9pm (Istanbul Time)
Duration: 1 Hour
Platform: Zoom
30-Week Diploma Course***
Understanding Historiography & Historical Theory through the lens of Shari’ah
Tackle key issues from history such as the First and Second Fitna, legitimacy of the Khilafa, issue of slavery, Jizya, fratricide, the ruler’s harem, castration of male slaves & more
Engage primary and secondary sources, legal works including fatawa, academic papers and articles
Pathway to joining In the Shade of the Minaret as an instructor, researcher or contributor
Guest Speakers, Selected-Readings and Assignments
***Open to students who have successfully completed “Foundations of Islamic History”
Payment Plan Available
Date: October 3rd, 2026
Timing: Every Saturday, 9pm (Istanbul Time)
Duration: 1 Hour
Platform: Zoom