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Scott Lucas is an Associate Professor in Islamic Studies at the University of Arizona and serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies for the MENAS program. His research focuses on the classical period of Islamic civilization, particularly the creative processes of Sunni and Zaydi scholars in law, hadith, and Qur'anic commentary. He recently published a two-volume translation of al-Tabari’s Qur'an commentary and is currently engaged in projects related to Zaydi law and theology in Yemen.
Dr. Lucas held an ACLS Fellowship (2018-2019) and was a member of the Institute for Advanced Study’s School of Historical Studies in Princeton during Fall 2018. His work bridges textual analysis with historical and theological contexts, emphasizing understudied aspects of Islamic legal and theological thought.
- Education: Ph.D. in Islamic Studies (specific details not provided)
His research interests include the interplay between the Qur'an and Islamic law, as well as the intellectual traditions of Yemen’s Zaydi community. Current projects explore Zaydi legal frameworks and their theological underpinnings.
Grants & Awards:
- ACLS Fellowship (2018–2019)
- Institute for Advanced Study Membership (2018)
As an advisor, Lucas guides undergraduate students in MENAS studies, fostering scholarly engagement with Islamic history and religious texts. He is affiliated with the Department of Religious Studies and contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on Middle Eastern cultures.
