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Reform or Revolution: The Future of Islam & Politics | Dr Uthman Badar

The Thinking Muslim

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Navigating Reform and Revolution in Islam

This chapter examines the intricate dynamics of reformist approaches to Islam within political frameworks, contrasting them with historical and contemporary socialist movements. It highlights the balance between ideological purity and practical engagement, using examples from Turkey and Syria to illustrate the outcomes of these strategies. The discussion calls for a strategic understanding of reformism that aims for radical change while acknowledging the challenges of co-optation by existing systems.

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