FATMIR SHEHU

International Islamic University Malaysia, USUL AL-DIN AND COMPARATIVE RELIGION, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

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Dr. Fatmir Shehu (1973-......), an Albanian citizen, received his B.A (hons) and M.A. degrees from IIUM in Arabic Language/Linguistics and Doctorate from IIUM in Usul al-Din and Comparative Religion. Dr. Fatmir Shehu is currently an Associate Professor, Department of Usul al-Din and Comparative Religion, Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge

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Exploring the Prophet's (PBUH) Methodology in Dealing with Other Religions Based on Selected Historical Incidents During the Time of Revelation

This paper seeks to explore Prophet (p.b.u.h.)’s methodology in dealing with other religions base... more This paper seeks to explore Prophet (p.b.u.h.)’s methodology in dealing with other religions based on textual analysis of selected historical incidents taking place during the time of revelation. The goal of this study is to analyse the text related to these incidents in order to expose the methodologies utilized by the Prophet (p.b.u.h.) in dealing with those involved in these events, i.e., non-Muslims. This work is significant as it provides genuine understanding of Prophet (p.b.u.h.)’s methodology in dealing with others’ belief system, which is relevant to the contemporary Muslim scholarship of comparative religion. This research starts with brief introduction followed by a discussion on: (1) what is the essence of Prophetic Methodology?; (2) Prophet (p.b.u.h.)’s descriptive and objective methods in light of al-×ikmah (Wisdom); (3) Prophet (p.b.u.h.)’s altruistic and analytical methods in light of al-MawNiÐah al-×asanah (good advice); and (4) Prophet (p.b.u.h.)’s dialogical and p...

Inter-religious dialogue forum on happiness in times of trials: Covid-19 pandemic from the perspectives of Islam, Christianity and Buddhism

Revelation and Science, Jul 6, 2021

Face2Faith3.0: Inter-Religious Dialogue Forum was held virtually through Google Meet on Friday, 2... more Face2Faith3.0: Inter-Religious Dialogue Forum was held virtually through Google Meet on Friday, 28th May 2021. The forum began at 3:30p.m, and ended at 5:30p.m. Its main theme was “Happiness in Times of Trials - Covid-19 Pandemic, from the perspectives of Islam, Christianity and Buddhism”. The forum was organized by the students of Inter-Religious Dialogue with the guidance of course Instructor, Assoc Prof Dr. Fatmir Shehu, Department of Usul al-Din and Comparative Religion, Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences, IIUM. It has addressed means and ways of achieving happiness in the era of Covid-19 Pandemic challenges through and within the lens of religious teachings, particularly Islam, Christianity and Buddhism

مفهوم "الوحدة اإلسالمية" في فكر اإلمام محمد بن عبداهلل الخليلي من خاللالنصوص المختارة من مراسالتو = The Notion of “Islamic Unity” in the thought of al-Imam Muhammad bin 'Abdu-Allah al-Khalili through selected texts from his correspondences

This research discusses the notion of ―Islamic Unity‖ in the thought of al-ImÉm MuÍammad bin ÑAbd... more This research discusses the notion of ―Islamic Unity‖ in the thought of al-ImÉm MuÍammad bin ÑAbdullÉh al-KhalÊlÊ through the selected texts from his correspondences. It shows his vision, ideas, and practical program in unifying the Muslims‘ utterance according to the Qur‘anic methodology and the Sunnah of the Prophet (p.b.u.h.). This paper aims at highlighting the most important practical steps taken by al-KhalÊlÊ to embody the concept of ―Islamic Unity‖ as a reality experienced by the Muslims. This study used the descriptive-analytical method. The study found that al-KhalÊlÊ‘s interest in ―Islamic Unity‖ carries a doctrinal, legal and human dimension, starting from the Holy Qur‘an and the Sunnah of the Prophet (p.b.u.h.), as well as from the trust placed on him towards the Muslim nation in general, and the Omani Muslim community in particular. يناقش ىذا البحث مفهو "الوحدة الإسلامية" بُ فكر الإما ب٧مد بن عبدا﵁ اب٣ليلي من خلاؿ النصوص اب٤ختارة من مراسلاتو. ككما ييبخبْ رؤيتو كأفكاره كبرناب٦و العملي بُ بٝع كلمة اب٤سلمبْ تطبيقا ن للمنهج القرآني كاستنادا ن إلَ سنة النبي . كتهدؼ ىذه ال ورقة إلَ إبراز أىم اب٣طوات العملية البٍ قا بها اب٣ليلي ليجسد مفهو الوحدة الإسلامية كاقعا ن يعيشو اب٤سلموف. كسلكت ىذه الدراسة اب٤نهج الوصفي -التحليلي. كتوصلت الدراسة إلَ أف اىتما اب٣ليلي بالوحدة الإسلامية بٙمل بعدا ن عقديا ن، كشرعيا ن كإنسانيا ن، انطلاقا ن من القرآف الكرنً كالسنة النبوية، كمن الِمانة اب٤لقاة على عاتقو ب٘اه الِمة اب٤سلمة عامةن كالمجتمع اب٤سلمة بُ العماف خاصة

منهج الشيخ بكر أبو زيد

IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia eBooks, 2017

يهدف هذا الكتاب إلى دراسة المعالم والسمات لمنهج الشيخ بكر بن عبد الله أبو زيد في معالجته لنازلة و... more يهدف هذا الكتاب إلى دراسة المعالم والسمات لمنهج الشيخ بكر بن عبد الله أبو زيد في معالجته لنازلة وفكرة "وحدة الأديان" من خلال كتابه: "الإبطال لنظرية الخلط بين دين الإسلام وغيره من الأديان"، وقد اتبعنا في هذا البحث المنهجين الاستقرائي والتحليلي. ويناقش هذا البحث من خلال أ ربعة فصول وخاتمة، فالفصل الأول منها كان لمدخل الكتاب، وتم تخصيص الفصل الثاني للتعريف بالحياة الشخصية للشيخ بكر أبو زيد، مع ذكر أبرز مؤلفاته، وتناول الفصل الثالث مفهوم الشيخ بكر أبو زيد لفكرة "وحدة الأديان"، ومصادره عنها، وعن ذكره للصور والشعارات المعاصرة لهذه النظرية، وآخر فصول الكتاب تم فيه بيان المعالم العامة لمنهج الشيخ بكر أبو زيد في تصديه لهذه الفكرة "وحدة الأديان". ثم توصلنا إلى جملة من النتائج المتعلقة بموضوع الكتاب، والتي من أبرزها: عناية الشيخ بكر أبو زيد بمثل هذه الأفكار الحادثة وتصديه لها، مع بيانه لتناقضات فكرة "وحدة الأديان" مع يقين المسلم بصحة دين الإسلام، وأنه ناسخ لجميع الأديان من قبله، وأنه الدين الخاتم إلى يوم الدين. وأن فكرة "وحدة الأديان" من المصطلحات الحادثة والمتجددة التي أثارت الكثير من الأسئلة والاستفهامات حول حقيقتها وأهدافها. وأن كث رة الصور والشعارات المتعلقة بهذه الفكرة، ما هي إلا إحدى أنواع المحاولات للوصول إلى نشرها وإشاعتها بين الناس. وأن القول بنظرية "وحدة ، والمثابرات المزيفة ، اعة َّ الخد الأديان" يؤدي إلى انعدام قيمة الإسلام بين أتباعه، فيتعايش المسلمون مع غيرهم من أهل الديانات في خليط مصنوع من الأديان المختلفة، فيمتزج الحق مع الباطل، ويختلط أهل الإسلام مع غيرهم من أهل الديانات الأخرى

Rizgjimi i Islamit nëpërmjet tendencave të Texhdid-it (Ripërtëritjes) dhe Islah-ut (Reformimit) në Shqipërinë post-komuniste

In Albanian Language: Ky artikull shqyrton rizgjimin e Islamit në Shqipëri nëpërmjet tendencave t... more In Albanian Language: Ky artikull shqyrton rizgjimin e Islamit në Shqipëri nëpërmjet tendencave të Texhdid-it (ripërtëritjes, rinovimit) dhe Islah-ut (reformimit), të kryera nga Komuniteti Musliman Shqiptar dhe intelektualët muslimanë, pas rënies së sistemit komunist në vitet 1990. Studimi synon të tregojë rolin e aktiviteteve të Texhdid-it dhe Islah-ut në rivendosjen e Islamit në Shqipërinë post-komuniste. Rëndësia e këtij hulumtimi qëndron në pikat kryesore të procesit të rinovimit të Islamit në Shqipëri brenda dhjetë viteve të para pas rënies së komunizmit. Ky punim fillon me një hyrje të shkurtër mbi shqiptarët dhe identitetin e tyre fetar dhe vazhdon me diskutimin e: (1) faktorëve kryesorë që çuan në Texhdid dhe Islah në Shqipërinë post-komuniste, (2) restaurimit të institucioneve arsimore islamike dhe objekteve fetare të adhurimit, dhe (3) reformimit të intelektit, identitetit dhe përkatësisë islame. Metodat e përdorura janë metoda përshkruese dhe analitike. Analiza e këtij studimi shton njohuri të reja në literaturën ekzistuese mbi prirjet e Taxhdid-it dhe Islah-ut për rizgjimin e Islamit në Shqipëri. ******************************************************** In English: This article examines the revival of Islam in Albania through Tajdid (renewal) and Islah (reform) tendencies carried out by the Albanian Muslim Community and Muslim intellectuals, after the fall of the Communist System, in 1990s. The study intends to show the role of Tajdid and Islah activities in the restoration of Islam in the post-communist Albania. The significance of this research lies in its highlights of the renewal process of Islam in Albania within the first ten years after the fall of communism. This paper starts with a brief introduction on Albanians and their religious identity and continues with the discussion of: (1) the main factors leading to Tajdid and Islah in post-communist Albania, (2) the restoration of the Islamic educational institutions and the places of worship, and (3) the reformation of Muslim’s intellect, identity and belongingness. Descriptive and analytical methods are utilized. The analysis of this study adds new insights to the exiting literature on Tajdid and Islah tendencies for the revival of Islam in Albania

وجهات الحدث الفعلي

IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia eBooks, 2017

مفهوم التجربة الدينية وخصائصها من المنظرين الغربي والإسلامي:جيفري لانغ نموذجا= The concept of religious experience and its characteristics from the western and Islamic perspectives: Jeffrey Lang as model= Konsep pengalaman beragama dan ciri-crinya dari perspektifbarat dan Islam: Jeffrey Lang seba...

ن٪دو ٛزخ خ سُمػ ؤ دَ٘هؼ لٓهى خ عُفشزص خ ذُ صَُ٘ وخقدجقهد في خ لُ شٌ خ ُشبي وخ عٔ ،ٍٗٓ ل ػُ عؼ خ ؽ... more ن٪دو ٛزخ خ سُمػ ؤ دَ٘هؼ لٓهى خ عُفشزص خ ذُ صَُ٘ وخقدجقهد في خ لُ شٌ خ ُشبي وخ عٔ ،ٍٗٓ ل ػُ عؼ خ ؽٌُنً خ ؼُ دِٔء وخ لُ عٗلص عُىم كُ ٛزخ خنٞلهى .ّ وب ؿد صَ ٛزٙ خ ذُسخعص ،" ؤ ظؼشك ىٛش خ عُفشزص خ ذُ صَُ٘ ػ ذ٘ ػدلم خ شُ دَم دُض خ شْٓ " لُش ؾٖٗ - 4591 ىً٘ٔرؾ نٞهعذ عُٕ ،ّٗ زؼذ ؤ دً غٓ مُ دُ﵂ " دًؼى دٌُُ﵂"، ثم هن ػؾش ع ى٘خض في ظ خ نٜٔدد. ب ٛزخ خ سُمػ دسخعص ته خنٞغ نٌِٔ في ػقش دٗ خنٜدلي )ؤف نٌُِ و هٓعذ ُذد(، خ ػشك ىٛش خ عُٖفشزص خ ذُٚ صَُٖ٘ ىُ٘ٔرؾٍ ل وومؼهد نٓط خٛهش، ىُ٘ٔرؾ ن٣ ؤزقشوخ خ ىُ٘ٗس زؼوىنٟ ،ْ و غٖٓىخ خنٜو وُص زإسوخله ،ْ كغيَّشوخ خ قُٚشخع خ ذُٖخخ خ زُ خػع في لٗىعه ،ْ يُ٘ن خ غُِّد زؾهددش خ عٔ .ّٗ وهذ خ عٗهؿ ٛزخ خ سُمػ خنٞ ه٘ؿ خ ىُفل خ عُم ،ٍُِِ خ دسخعص عًسٚ ونٓ خ قُ٘ىؿ خ تُي وفلط نْشزعٚ خ ذُ صَُ٘، عؼ دُ﵂ بلى كه دوخػ هُد ونٓ هُِِد و ؼٓشكص خقدجقهد، عُخشؾ نُو وُص ؤ وُِشآ شٓ ضً صَ ن١ىس صَ في خ ٔدزص ػ نٗ غُ خ عُغدئ ضٖ خ نٔ٬د صُٗ خنٞعؼ وِص زد ؾُ ىٌى خ ذُ صَُ٘. ********************************************************************************************************** This research attempts to discuss the concept of religious experience and its characteristics in both, Western thought and Islamic thought, where many scientists and philosophers sought to explain this concept. The purpose of this study is to expose the essence of the religious experience of the American mathematician, Jeffrey Lang-1954, as a model for reverting to Islam, after he was a Catholic Christian. Then, he spent ten years in the darkness of atheism. This research is a study of great interest to contemporary Muslims (indigenous and new reverts) by presenting the essence of the religious experience of a living model for those who saw through it the light in their minds, and touched the truth with their lives, and prevailed over their internal conflicts by letting themselves to witness the testimony of Islam. The descriptive and analytical approaches are utilized while studying Jeffrey’s books and the analysis of texts describing his religious experience. This is done to understand and know the reasons behind his religious experience, its analysis and its characteristics as well as to discover the fact that the Qur’an has a pivotal centralization to answer all questions of faith related to religious doubts. ************************************************************************************** Penyelidikan ini cuba membincangkan konsep pengalaman beragama dan ciri-cirinya dalam pemikiran Barat dan pemikiran Islam, di mana banyak saintis dan ahli falsafah berusaha menjelaskan konsep ini. Tujuan kajian ini adalah untuk mengekspos intipati pengalaman agama ahli matematik Amerika, Jeffrey Lang-1954, sebagai model yang kembali kepadaIslam, setelah menganutKristian Katolik. Kemudian, dia menghabiskan sepuluh tahun dalam kegelapan atheisme. Kajian ini adalah kajian yang menarik minat umat Islam kontemporari (pembaharuan orang asli dan baru) dengan menyampaikan intipati pengalaman agama model hidup bagi mereka yang melihat melalui cahaya dalam fikiran mereka, dan menyentuh kebenaran dengan kehidupan mereka, dan mengatasi konflik dalaman mereka dengan membiarkan diri mereka menyaksikan kesaksian Islam. Pendekatan deskriptif dan analisis digunakan semasa mempelajari buku Jeffrey dan analisis teks yang menggambarkan pengalaman keagamaannya. Ini dilakukan untuk memahami dan mengetahui sebab-sebab di sebalik pengalaman keagamaannya, analisisnya dan ciri-cirinya serta untuk mengetahui fakta bahawa Al-Quran mempunyai sentralisasi yang penting untuk menjawab semua persoalan iman yang berkaitan dengan keraguan agama

موقف الشيخ بكر بن عبد ا أبو زيد من فكرة "وحدة الدين = Shaikh Bakr Abu Zayd’s approach in dealing with the concept of “Unity of religions”

تعد مشكلة هذا البحث في محاولة بيان مفهوم "وحدة الأديان" وايضاح المواقف المتنوعة تجاهها ... more تعد مشكلة هذا البحث في محاولة بيان مفهوم "وحدة الأديان" وايضاح المواقف المتنوعة تجاهها تبعا للاختلاف في تحديد مفهومها، وتأثيرها في خلط المفاهيم العالمية بالمفاهيم الشرعية، حيث تباينت الرؤى حولها بين معتقد أن "وحدة الأديان" هو نفسه الدعوة إلى مقارنة الأديان والحوار بينها، وبين من هو متبين للموضوع مدرك لضوابطه واحترازاته وفق أسس العقيدة الإسلامية المستنيرة بالكتاب والسنة، وهذا ما سعى الباحث إلى رصده وضبطه. ويهدف هذا البحث إلى إيضاح المعالم والسمات لمنهج الشيخ بكر أبو زيد في معالجته لنازلة "وحدة الأديان" من خلال كتابه: "الإبطال لنظرية الخلط بين دين الإسلام وغيره من الأديان". ويناقش هذا البحث ثلاثة قضايا رئيسية، كالتألي: (1) المقدمة، و(2) التعريف بالحياة الشخصية للشيخ بكر أبو زيد وبكتابه "الإبطال لنظرية الخلط بين دين الإسلام وغيره من الأديان"، (3) بيان موقف الشيخ بكر أبو زيد حول فكرة "وحدة الأديان". ومن أهم نتائج هذا البحث عناية الشيخ بكر بمثل هذه الأفكار الحادثة وتصديه لها، مع بيانه لتناقضات فكرة "وحدة الأديان" مع يقين المسلم بصحة دين الإسلام، وأن دين الإسلام هو الدين الناسخ والخاتم لجميع الأديان التي قبله إلى يوم الدين. وأن فكرة "وحدة الأديان" من المصطلحات الحادثة والمتجددة التي أثارت الكثير من الأسئلة والاستفهامات حول حقيقتها وأهدافها. وأن كثرة الصور والشعـارات المتعـلقة بـها، ما هي إلا إحـدى أنـواع المحاولات الخـداعة، والمثـابرات المـزيفة، للـوصول إلى نشرها وإشاعتها بين الناس. وقد اتبع الباحث في بحثه المنهجين الاستقرائي والتحليلي.

Revival of Islam Trough Tajdid (Renewal) and Islah (Reform) Tendencies in the Post-Communist Albania / Rizgjimi i Islamit nëpërmjet tendencave të Texhdid-it (Ripërtëritjes) dhe Islah-ut (Reformimit) në Shqipërinë post-komuniste

Da‘wah approaches in contemporary society

DIRECT: APPROACHES IN DAWAH through Words and expressions, which are used:(1). In lecturers, serm... more DIRECT: APPROACHES IN DAWAH through Words and expressions, which are used:(1). In lecturers, sermons, and day-to-day conversations and dialogues; (2) In printed media - writings and circulation of books, magazines and pamphlets; (3) In electronic media – TV, Radio, and internet – Face-Book, Blogs, You-tubes, WhatsApp, Skype, Messenger: (4) TO MAKE A CLEAR DISTINCTION BETWEEN ISLAM AND MUSLIMS - All these will help people to understand Islam INDIRECT APPROACHES IN DAWAH: through ACTIONS expressed through manners:- (1) Being a good example and a role model for others as a Muslim; (2) Bringing into practice the noble teachings of al-Din al-Islam; (3) Following the footsteps of the beloved Prophet (p.b.u.h.) in the day-to-day life; and (4) Being polite and gentle while acting and engaging with others

IIIT workshop on Islamization of Knowledge - July 9-11, 2019 - Knowledge and Civilization in Islam (Text Book)

Main Objectives: - This Text Book aims at: dealing with two important concepts – Knowledge and Ci... more Main Objectives: - This Text Book aims at: dealing with two important concepts – Knowledge and Civilization, from Islamic Perspective, describing the contribution of Muslim scholars and scientists in different fields of knowledge and science throughout the history of Islamic Civilization, and discussing some contemporary challenges faced by the Muslim Ummah and their responses. TEXT BOOK’S MAIN particulars: Title: Knowledge And Civilization In Islam Editor: Dr. Kabuye Uthman Sulaiman Publisher: International Institute of Islamic Thought (East and South East Asia) Place of Publication: Malaysia Year of Publication : 2017 Edition: First Edition Pages: 32

The methodology of ibn al-Nadim in the study of Hinduism with special reference to his kitab al-Fihrist

This study seeks to examine the methodology of Ibn al-Nadim, the classical Muslim scholar, in the... more This study seeks to examine the methodology of Ibn al-Nadim, the classical Muslim scholar, in the study of Hinduism with special reference to his master piece al-Fihrist. The aim of this research is to investigate Ibn Nadim’s documentary method consisting of descriptive and analytical approaches. He classified the narrated or reported historical data about Hinduism and its main teachings based on the information presented to him by different sources during his time. This research is very significant as it suggests new insights for young scholars of comparative religion in dealing with Hinduism as addressed by the content of Ibn al-Nadim’s original writing. This study focuses its discussion on: (1) Ibn Nadim’s brief chronology, (2) the content of his selected work on the study of religion – al-Fihrist, and (3) his methodology in the study of Hinduism through selected statements from the original script. Descriptive and analytical methods are used in this research. The expected findings of this scientific paper will add to contemporary scholarship of comparative religion the insights of the original work of a classical Muslim scholar in the study of Hinduism

The contribution of Muslim scholars in comparative religion: Selected writings

This Text Book is designed to introduce the reader (students) to the contribution of Muslim schol... more This Text Book is designed to introduce the reader (students) to the contribution of Muslim scholars in comparative religion through their selected writings. Firstly, Qur’an and Prophetic Sunnah will be studied as essential foundations addressing the right methodology for the science of comparative religion. Muslim scholars have been inspired by the Quranic methodology and Prophetic way concerning their writings on other religions. Secondly, the history and development of the discipline of comparative study of other religions from both, Muslim scholars and Western scholars will be briefly discussed in a comparative way. Thirdly, methodologies of selected Muslim scholars employed in the study of other religions will be examined and analysed in light of a proper classification: (1) Documentary Approach – Ibn Nadim and Shahrastani; (2) Travelogue Approach: Ibn Batuta; (3) Polemical, Refutative and Analytical Approach(s): Isa al-Warraq, Ibn Hazm, and Ibn Taymiyyah; (4) Comparative, Descriptive and Objective Approach(s): Al-Biruni, Al-Faruqi and Al-Fattah. The contribution of each Muslim scholar will be discussed as follow: (1) Scholar’s Chronology, (2) his selected work(s), (3) methodology, and (4) analysis of selected texts from his writings in the original language in order to reveal the methods employed by him in the study of other religion(s).

The methodology of Irfan 'Abdul Hamid Fattah in the study of religion with special reference to his book on al-Yahudiyyah: An analytical study

The legacy of 'Irfan 'Abdul Hamid Fattah, a contemporary Muslim thinker, on the study of ... more The legacy of 'Irfan 'Abdul Hamid Fattah, a contemporary Muslim thinker, on the study of religion, is unknown to the world of academia, except to a small group of intellectuals and especially his students. Hence, it is very significant to undertake a study on his contributions towards the Muslim scholarship in study of religion. This paper investigates Fattah’s methodology in the study of Judaism, its historical development and theological doctrines and his paradigm shift to inter-religious dialogue with special reference to his book on al-Yahudiyyah: 'Ardun Tarikhi wa al-Harakat al-Hadiythah fi al-Yahudiyyah. Descriptive and analytical methods will be employed throughout the study. The findings of this research will add to the body of modern comparative religion the insights of the original work of a Muslim thinker and theologian in the study of Judaism. It will as well, enhance our understanding of contemporary Muslim approaches to the study of other religions.

Plagiarism in academic writing among students of higher learning institutions in Malaysia

Institut Terjemahan dan Buku Malaysia eBooks, 2016

With the emergence of cyber technology used as a learning tool, be it in the form of e-learning o... more With the emergence of cyber technology used as a learning tool, be it in the form of e-learning or as a means for finding and sharing information, many academic institutions are faced with unethical behaviors and misuse of technology, which has been an area of concern for a considerable number of years. Plagiarism and academic dishonesty have been discussed through various perspectives among educators, researchers, educational policy-makers, as well as media reporters. Yet, the problem remains unsolved indicating that either the issue has not been fully understood to the extent that can lead to an appropriate approach, or that the strategies developed have not been appropriately and sufficiently implemented. This paper engaged a mixed method of quantitative and qualitative enquiries to triangulate the findings in the attempt to investigate the factors that influence plagiarism and develop strategies to minimize this behavior, using Ajzen's Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), this time viewed from an Islamic perspective. The questionnaire survey was administered in four selected universities in Malaysia and involved a sample of 400 students, while the qualitative procedures included semi-structured interviews with five post graduate students and an open-ended survey. The analysis revealed that besides the original elements of the TPB there were other newly emerging elements, among which the element of Religiosity was visualized as an umbrella and had its influence on every other aspect of the issue. The revised model is provided with the hope that it offers strong implications for educational policy makers, academics as well as students in their quest to minimize plagiarism and academic dishonesty, and to also accomplish the aspiration for quality writing in higher learning institutions.

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The harmonization of ethnic traditions and cultures: an Islamic perspective

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The methodology of Abu 'Isaa Al-Warraq in the study of christianity with special reference to his kitab al-Radd ‘ala al-Thalath Firaq min al-Nasara

This paper seeks to examine the methodology of Abu ‘isa al-Warraq, the classical Muslim scholar, ... more This paper seeks to examine the methodology of Abu ‘isa al-Warraq, the classical Muslim scholar, in the study of Christianity with special reference to his master piece al-Radd ‘Ala al-Thalath Firaq Min al-Nasara. The aim of this research is to investigate al-Warraq’s polemical discourse consisting of arguments, disputes and refutation, while responding to the three Christian sects, Malkiyyah (Melkites), Nasturiyyah (Nestorians) and Ya'qubiyyah (Jacobites) in relation with the concept of Trinity. This research is very significant as it suggests new insights for young scholars and students of religious studies in dealing with Christian doctrine of trinity as addressed by the content of al-Warraq’s original script. This study discusses: (1) Abu ‘Isa al-Warraq’s brief chronology, (2) his selected work(s) on the study of religion, and (3) his methodology in the study of Christian doctrine of trinity through selected statements from the original work. Descriptive and analytical methods are employed in this study. The expected findings of this scientific study will add to contemporary scholarship of comparative religion the insights of the original work of a Muslim polemicist in the study of Christianity. It will as well, enhance the understanding of contemporary Muslim approaches to the study of other religions in general, and Christianity in particular

Exploring the Ethical Dimensions and Principles of Raḥmatan Lil-ʿĀlamīn in Contemporary Context

This article seeks to explore the ethical dimension of the concept of Raḥmatan lil ‘Ālamīn (mercy... more This article seeks to explore the ethical dimension of the concept of Raḥmatan lil ‘Ālamīn (mercy for all creatures). It aims at the analysis of this concept through the history of Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h.)’s life. The significance of this study lays on the application of this concept in contemporary context. This research starts with a brief introduction followed by a discussion on the meaning of Raḥmatan lil ‘Ālamīn, Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h.) the epitome of mercy and the exemplary ethical role model, the ethical dimensions Raḥmatan lil ‘Ālamīn, its ethical principles, and its application in Contemporary Context. A qualitative methodology is employed by analyzing al-Tafsīr (exegesis) of the related Qur’ānic verses and Aḥādīth (sayings of the Prophet p.b.u.h.) pertaining to this concept. The findings show that based on the history of Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h.)’s life, several ethical dimensions, i.e., the belief in Allah S.W.T., the freedom of choice, and responsibility) and ethical principles, i.e., Revelation-based mercy, forgiveness, respect, tolerance, and strictness, are found in the concept of Raḥmatan lil ‘Ālamīn. Besides, golden values, such as tolerance, love, harmony, and unity particularly in social dimension are intensely promoted through this concept, and hopefully it will increase social cohesion and unity and encourage people to be the best model of themselves

03| Exploring al-Manhaj al-Qur’ÉnÊ (The Qur’Énic Methodology) in Dealing with Other Religions: An Exegetical Analysis of Selected Verses

Revelation and Science, Sep 17, 2020

This paper seeks to explore al-Manhaj al-Qur’ani (the Qur’anic methodology) in dealing with other... more This paper seeks to explore al-Manhaj al-Qur’ani (the Qur’anic methodology) in dealing with other religions. It uses exegetical analysis of selected Qur’anic verses related to other religious communities. The contents of the selected verses are thematically analyzed, and in doing so, ways of how to deal with followers of other religions are duly identified, illustrated and analyzed. The significance of this research stands on its attempt to provide new insights about al-Manhaj al-Qur’ani in dealing with adherents of other religions. Al-Qur’an – the Divine Source of Knowledge and the selected Qur’anic methods, namely: descriptive; objective; analytical; critical; comparative; argumentative; and travelogue are discussed in this study. This research paper concludes that al-Manhaj al-Qur’ani in dealing with other religions, their main teachings and communities is very significant and relevant to contemporary Muslim scholarship in comparative religion

The relevance of Kalaam to comparative religion

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Exploring the Prophet's (PBUH) Methodology in Dealing with Other Religions Based on Selected Historical Incidents During the Time of Revelation

Inter-religious dialogue forum on happiness in times of trials: Covid-19 pandemic from the perspectives of Islam, Christianity and Buddhism

Revelation and Science, Jul 6, 2021

منهج الشيخ بكر أبو زيد

IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia eBooks, 2017

Rizgjimi i Islamit nëpërmjet tendencave të Texhdid-it (Ripërtëritjes) dhe Islah-ut (Reformimit) në Shqipërinë post-komuniste

وجهات الحدث الفعلي

IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia eBooks, 2017

موقف الشيخ بكر بن عبد ا أبو زيد من فكرة "وحدة الدين = Shaikh Bakr Abu Zayd’s approach in dealing with the concept of “Unity of religions”

Da‘wah approaches in contemporary society

IIIT workshop on Islamization of Knowledge - July 9-11, 2019 - Knowledge and Civilization in Islam (Text Book)

The methodology of ibn al-Nadim in the study of Hinduism with special reference to his kitab al-Fihrist

The contribution of Muslim scholars in comparative religion: Selected writings

The methodology of Irfan 'Abdul Hamid Fattah in the study of religion with special reference to his book on al-Yahudiyyah: An analytical study

Plagiarism in academic writing among students of higher learning institutions in Malaysia

Institut Terjemahan dan Buku Malaysia eBooks, 2016

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The harmonization of ethnic traditions and cultures: an Islamic perspective

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The methodology of Abu 'Isaa Al-Warraq in the study of christianity with special reference to his kitab al-Radd ‘ala al-Thalath Firaq min al-Nasara

Exploring the Ethical Dimensions and Principles of Raḥmatan Lil-ʿĀlamīn in Contemporary Context

03| Exploring al-Manhaj al-Qur’ÉnÊ (The Qur’Énic Methodology) in Dealing with Other Religions: An Exegetical Analysis of Selected Verses

Revelation and Science, Sep 17, 2020

The relevance of Kalaam to comparative religion

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THE MYSTICAL BEKTĀSHĪ ORDER: The Founder, Growth and Core of Its Teachings

Religious and Philosophical Texts: Rereading, Understanding and Comprehending Them in the 21th Century, 2012

The mystical order is a universal phenomenon that has existed in all world religions. But not eve... more The mystical order is a universal phenomenon that has existed in all world religions. But not every mystical order has been faithful to the core teachings of these religions. However, the Muslims have constructed for themselves different mystical orders from the beginning of Islamic Civilisation. Most of these mystical orders have gone very far from the core teachings of Islam. The Bektashi Order, one among these Muslim mystical orders, has through its decrees and teachings affected the hearts and minds of many common Muslims in general and Muslim intellectuals in particular. Although, this order has not rejected the essential elements of the Islamic Worldview: Tawhid (The Oneness of Allah), Nubuwah (The Prophethood), and al-Akhirah (The Day of Resurrection); yet it does not reflect these elements in its teachings. This paper attempts to explore through an analytical and philosophical study the Order’s causes of emergence, growth as well as the most important teachings. The study of the Bektashi Order is conducted to reconstruct the concept of al-Tasawuf al-Bektashi and its understanding as well as to give a clear picture about the mission carried out by this Order. It is significant to study the Muslim mystical order because: (1) The Bektashi Order has been an influential and large Sufi Order; (2) The thoughts and beliefs of the Bektashi Order have reflected an extravagant intellectual discourse in the Sufi movement in general, especially during the Ottoman Caliphate; and (3) The development of the Bektashi Order and its interaction with society within different groups of people may help to understand how social environment might have influenced the development of thought and vice versa. In other words, this study illustrates how beliefs, rituals and practices of such mystical order have contributed to the reconstruction of the Muslim Ummah of the twenty-first century, on the one hand, and its destruction, on the other.

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