Islam and Modernism Quotes

“Why is westernization so attractive to Muslims as it is for everyone else? It is irresistible because it is easy. Contemporary civilization is based on self-indulgence while that of Islam require sacrifice, altruism, discipline, self-control and endurance which are difficult. But self-indulgence leads to decadence and decline while the opposite qualities, which Islam demands, lead to superior strength, unity and virtue. If practiced in its right spirit, Islam leads to social integration. Self-indulgent materialism leads to social disintegration and ultimately collective suicide.”
― Maryam Jameelah, Islam and Modernism

“One of the most essential tasks of modern Muslim scholarship is to distinguish genuine, useful and constructive knowledge from pseudo-scientific, materialist theory and speculation.”
― Maryam Jameelah, Islam and Modernism

“One of the most essential tasks
of modern Muslim scholarship is to distinguish genuine, useful and constructive knowledge
from pseudo-scientific, materialist theory and speculation.”
― Maryam Jameelah, Islam and Modernism