Jinn and the Hidden Realms

Explore the hidden world of the mysterious jinn of Middle Eastern folklore and fame from their origins to their nature and legends

Invisible creatures of fire, the jinn are accepted as a fact of life in the second largest religion in the world. But what exactly are the jinn, what are their connection to humans, and what does their existence and acceptance in Islam mean for human history? Together we will explore the hidden realms of the mysterious jinn and their most famous legends. Sponsored by AA Diaspora Org, ASA, the Dept of

Join us with guest speaker, Dr. Ali A Olomi. Dr. Olomi is a historian of medieval Islamic and modern Middle East thought with a focus on the intersections of religion, science, and empire.