Muslims and modernity
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Concerning Functional Fatwas & Dysfunctional Muftis
Do fatwas change with place and time; if so, how? Is Islamic fiqh fossilised? Do we require a new fiqh for the 21st century? Are classically-trained muftis fit for purpose in today’s world? Should the ‘ulema be trained in the core philosophical underpinnings of modernity? Does the new maqasid-based fiqh offer a better way forward… Continue reading
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Footprints on the Sands of Time 6
Footprints 1 | Footprints 2 | Footprints 3 | Footprints 4 | Footprints 5 | This series of reflections is offered as part of a continued conversation about how we as Muslims can best retain meaning in modernity, and nurture an Islam that is true to its time-honoured tradition; relevant to our current context; and of benefit to man’s deepest… Continue reading