The Thinking Muslim Muslims in an Age of Crisis with Ahmed Paul Keeler and Imam Tom Facchine
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Jun 8, 2024 
Two outstanding thinkers discuss Muslims in an Age of Crisis. They explore historical transitions, Islam's role, harmony, and compassion in Islam during crises, challenges to the current world order, and the importance of morality and divine guidance for success.
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The Birth of the 'Civilized' World
- The destruction of Christendom 500 years ago led to a shift from a God-centered world to a human-centered one.
- This marked the birth of the "civilized world," focused on temporal power and nation-states.
Rise of Warrior States
- European nations sought to emulate the Roman Empire, leading to global domination and the glorification of warriors.
- This shift marked a departure from the previous reverence for saints and spiritual figures.
The Scientific Revolution and Exploitation of Nature
- The scientific revolution, driven by a focus on the material world, led to the exploitation of nature.
- Francis Bacon epitomized this view, advocating for dominating and torturing nature to reveal its secrets.
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