The quest for an Islamic reform in modern context: an analytical study of AbdulHamid AbuSulayman’s concept of Asalah

Mohammed Jiffry, Mohammed Arafath Careem and Mohamed Zacky, Mohamed Fouz and Mohamed Rasak, Mohamed Arkam (2024) The quest for an Islamic reform in modern context: an analytical study of AbdulHamid AbuSulayman’s concept of Asalah. In: AbdulHamid AbuSulayman’s Contribution to Intellectual and Educational Reform. International Institute for Muslim Unity (IIMU), IIUM, pp. 124-138. ISBN 978-967-25504-8-8

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Abstract

This chapter explores the contribution of AbdulHamid AbuSulayman to the Islamic reform projects and methodologies, especially his analytical approach toward the crisis of the existing state of Muslim societies and Islamic Thought. AbuSulayman’s methodology of the Islamic reform project in the light of his discourse – Asalah, is critically analyzed. In the chapter, the researchers have used the qualitative thematic analysis method in terms of data collection and analysis. The focus of discussion in this chapter includes, firstly, a brief introduction emphasizing the problem statement, literature review, and methodology. Secondly, the intellectual background of AbdulHamid AbuSulayman is presented. Thirdly, the malaise of Ummah and its root cause from the perspective of AbuSulayman is discussed. Fourthly, his critical view on traditional and modern methodologies is critically analyzed. Finally, his Asala-based reform methodology is examined, as well as the outcome of this work is presented in the conclusion.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Additional Information:	11057/119612
Uncontrolled Keywords:	AbdulHamid AbuSulayman, Islamic reform, Islamic Methodology
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > B Philosophy (General)
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Political Science International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC) Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh
Depositing User:	Dr. Zacky Fouz
Date Deposited:	20 Feb 2025 15:02
Last Modified:	20 Feb 2025 15:05
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/119612

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