About this Event
Jinn and the Hidden Realms: A Talk by Dr. Ali A Olomi
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 jinn.
$12 (in person only event)
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ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dr. Ali A Olomi is a professor of history of the Middle East and Islam at Loyola Marymount University and an Affiliated Scholar at the Rutgers Center for Security, Race, and Rights. He is host of the Head on History podcast and Patreon where he translates and presents astrological and occult texts from the medieval Islamic world. He researches, writes, and teaches on the intersection of science, magic, and religion.
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The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed by the presenters are solely those of the presenter and may not represent those of the Philosophical Research Society (PRS), its affiliates, or any individuals associated with PRS. Presentations are intended for informational and entertainment purposes.
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