Critique of religious thought
Book Description
This provocative work presents a bold intellectual challenge to traditional religious thinking in the Arab world. Ṣādiq Jalāl ʻAẓm confronts the sacred assumptions and dogmatic structures that have shaped religious discourse, calling for a fundamental awakening of critical consciousness.
The author directly challenges religious elites and their influence on contemporary thought, advocating for a transformation from medieval mindsets toward modern scientific rationality. His unflinching examination of religious concepts sparked intense controversy, resulting in his imprisonment and trial on charges of religious mockery and sectarian incitement.
Through rigorous philosophical analysis, ʻAẓm explores the intersection of Islamic tradition with scientific inquiry, questioning long-held beliefs and encouraging readers to examine their own spiritual assumptions. The work serves as both critique and invitation, urging individuals to move beyond passive acceptance of inherited doctrines toward active intellectual engagement.
This translation by George Stergios includes a new introduction from the author, providing contemporary context for ideas that continue to resonate decades after their initial publication. The book offers readers an opportunity to witness one of the twentieth century's most significant Arab intellectual debates while engaging with fundamental questions about faith, reason, and the role of critical thinking in spiritual life.
For those seeking to understand the tensions between tradition and modernity in religious thought, this work provides a compelling entry point into complex philosophical territory.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 229 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Kritik
- ✓ Explore Islam and science
- ✓ Explore Diskurs
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Master your thought patterns
- ✓ Explore Intellectual life
- ✓ Strengthen your faith journey
- ✓ Explore Islam and politics
