Lin Hongxuan
Assistant Professor in the National University of Singapore's Department of Southeast Asian Studies and author of Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford UP, 2023), specializing in interactions between Islam and leftist thought in modern Indonesia.
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Dec 25, 2025 • 47min
Lin Hongxuan, "Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic" (Oxford UP, 2023)
Lin Hongxuan, an Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore, dives into the unexpected synergy between Islam and Marxism in Indonesia from 1915 to 1965. He explores how these ideologies coexisted and evolved, highlighting the contributions of women like S.K. Trimurti and shedding light on lesser-known activists. Lin critiques simplistic labels like 'Islamist' and 'Communist,' revealing nuanced identities. He draws parallels with global movements and discusses his future research on progressive Islamic thought in the Indian Ocean.
Dec 25, 2025 • 47min
Lin Hongxuan, "Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic" (Oxford UP, 2023)
Lin Hongxuan, an Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore, dives into the surprising interplay between Islam and Marxism in Indonesian history. He reveals how these ideologies coexisted from 1915 to 1965, challenging the belief in their incompatibility. The discussion highlights key figures like SK Trimurti and S. Yati, the importance of women's roles, and how political labels often fail to capture the nuanced reality. Lin also shares insights from his research in local archives, including the use of historical fiction to enrich our understanding.
