Fiqhī Workshop on “Islamic Perspectives on the Beginning of Human Life”
Al-Mahdi Institute (AMI), Weoley Park Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, UK
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Al-Mahdi Institute is delighted to host the 11th Contemporary Fiqhī Issues Workshop on “Islamic Perspectives on the Beginning of Human Life.
About this event
On 6th-7th July 2023, AMI will host a two-day workshop dealing with “Islamic Perspectives on the Beginning of Human Life: Jurisprudential, Theological and Social Implications” as a part of its ongoing series on Contemporary Fiqhī Issues.
The multidisciplinary workshop will include experts in traditional Islamic sciences of various dispositions, academics, and medical practitioners. Papers will address pressing issues, for example, is abortion permitted? Can an infertile couple utilise a sperm donor to conceive a baby? Is it unethical to conceive knowing that the child will suffer from genetic defects? In addition to these jurisprudential and ethical questions, papers will also delve into deeper theological discussions regarding the nature human soul and the origins of humans for example, can AI, or a human clone, have a soul? Are we living in a simulated reality? What does Islam say about human evolution?
The cost of the ticket includes lunch and dinner on both days of the conference.
Student tickets include a 20% discount on ticket prices. Please choose the correct ticket type at checkout.
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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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