Call for Papers: Eleventh Annual Conference on Shiʻi Studies

The Annual Conference on Shi‘i Studies offers an extensive platform for academics and scholars engaged in the study of Shi‘i Islam to present their latest research. This event encourages a dynamic exchange of ideas, facilitating in-depth discussions on Shi‘i thought, practices, and cultural heritage.

By bringing together diverse perspectives, the conference aims to advance the academic discourse on Shi’i Studies.

Papers are welcome on any aspect of Shiʿi studies, including but not limited to theology, philosophy, mysticism, law and jurisprudence, contemporary issues, history, anthropology, sociology, art, literature, the ḥawzah, ritual practice, and interfaith/intrafaith studies. Papers may address any branch of Shiʿism.

Special theme: the study of the Qur’an. This year, we are hosting special panels on the study of the Qur’an. We particularly encourage the submission of papers on topics such as Qur’anic exegesis (tafsīr), past and present; the history and compilation of the Qur’an; Qur’anic manuscripts; translations of the Qur’an, classical and modern; or any other topic pertaining to the study of the Qur’an.

Publication: Presenters will have their work featured in conference proceedings and/or an edited volume on the Qur’an published by ICAS Press, offering an opportunity for quick, quality publication of research.

Submit an abstract at: https://islamic-college.ac.uk/conference-on-shii-studies-submit-an-abstract/

E-mail enquiries to: shiistudies@islamic-college.ac.uk

Abstract deadline: 15 January 2026

Date: 9 May 2026

Location: In-person at The Islamic College (London, UK) and online.

Online presentations: Limited slots for online presentations are available. When submitting your abstract, indicate whether you would like to present in-person or online. This option cannot be changed.