The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters PREVIEW: Realpolitik #16 | The Muslim Brotherhood's Threat to the West
Oct 14, 2025
Firas Modad delves into the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood in the West, examining its roots and ideologies. He explores provocative quotes from influential Islamist thinkers like Abu'l al-Mawdoodi and Hassan al-Banna, highlighting their vision of global dominance. The discussion also connects the Brotherhood to contemporary terrorist groups and reveals its operational strategies in Britain. Additionally, a 1991 strategic plan is unpacked, portraying indigenization as a form of political jihad aimed at dismantling Western civilization.
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Founders Framed Islam As A Global Political Project
- Firas Modad highlights foundational Muslim Brotherhood thinkers who call for global political conquest via Islam.
- He argues these founding texts frame the movement as a universal political project, not merely spiritual practice.
Quranic Claim Used To Justify Dominion
- Firas Modad reads Hassan al-Banna asserting the Quran grants Muslims guardianship and dominion over humanity.
- He uses this to argue the Muslim Brotherhood's ideology explicitly aims at global domination, not local reform.
Brotherhood Influence Reaches Western Politics
- Firas Modad connects Muslim Brotherhood networks in Britain and the West to political influence and activation of Muslim communities.
- He warns their success in Western politics makes their civilizational aims highly relevant to Western states.