During the Golden Age spanning the 7th centuries, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in va... more During the Golden Age spanning the 7th centuries, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in various scientific disciplines, encompassing both pure and social sciences. Significant advancements were made in fields such as sociology, psychology, history, and political science. It's noteworthy that, despite the absence of specific nomenclature for individual fields of study, Muslim scholars played pivotal roles in shaping and progressing these social sciences during that era. Following the wane of the Golden Age of Islam, the contributions of Muslim scholars across various knowledge domains became less prominent. The aftermath of this decline has resulted in a persistent state where Muslims find themselves constrained, akin to being in a metaphorical lizard's hole, largely influenced by the colonization of their minds. Muslim psychologists tend to adopt contemporary psychology and its theories without subjecting them to critical analysis. The secular paradigm of psychology, influenced by globalization, colonialization, and Americanization, persist in its original form. In the 20th century, the originator of Modern Islamic Psychology, Prof. Dr Malik Badri, played a crucial role in enlightening Muslim scholars about Islamic Psychology, emphasizing its cultural sensitivity. During this period, Muslim psychologists such as Malik Badri and Dr Rania Awaad delved into the examination of the contributions made by early medieval Muslim scholars to the field of Psychology. This paper aims to investigate the pioneering contributions of Abu Zayd al-Balkhi in the realm of contemporary psychology. Al-Balkhi is recognized as a significant figure in various branches of modern psychology, including psychophysiology, cognitive psychology, environmental psychology, clinical psychology, and positive psychology. To address the objectives of this paper, a qualitative research method will be employed.
The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include wo... more The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include worldly knowledge, with a universal mandate for all Muslims, irrespective of gender, to actively pursue learning. The commitment to gender equality in Islam positions women as essential contributors to societal well-being and sustainable development. Having set this premise, the article delves into the importance of women's education within Islam, particularly drawing insights from the Prophetic instructional methods. It underscores the enduring relevance of these principles in addressing the contemporary challenges faced by Muslim women while pursuing their academic carriers. As societies evolve, Islam's guidance on women education and gender equality offers a timeless framework. In this background, this paper describes the distinctive emphasis on education in Islam, epitomized by the foundational directive "I-Q-R-A" (read).
During the Golden Age spanning the 7th-13th century, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in... more During the Golden Age spanning the 7th-13th century, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in various scientific disciplines, encompassing both pure and social sciences. Significant advancements were made in fields such as sociology, psychology, history, and political science. It's noteworthy that, despite the absence of specific nomenclature for individual fields of study, Muslim scholars played pivotal roles in shaping and progressing these social sciences during that era. Following the wane of the Golden Age of Islam, the contributions of Muslim scholars across various knowledge domains became less prominent. The aftermath of this decline has resulted in a persistent state where Muslims find themselves constrained, akin to being in a metaphorical lizard's hole, largely influenced by the colonization of their minds. Muslim psychologists tend to adopt contemporary psychology and its theories without subjecting them to critical analysis. The secular paradigm of psychology, influenced by globalization, colonialization, and Americanization, persists in its original form. In the 20th century, the originator of Modern Islamic Psychology, Prof. Dr Malik Badri, played a crucial role in enlightening Muslim scholars about Islamic Psychology, emphasizing its cultural sensitivity. During this period, Muslim psychologists such as Malik Badri and Dr Rania Awaad delved into the examination of the contributions made by early medieval Muslim scholars to the field of Psychology. This paper aims to investigate the pioneering contributions of Abu Zayd al-Balkhi in the realm of contemporary Psychology. Al-Balkhi is recognized as a significant figure in various branches of modern Psychology, including Psychophysiology,
International Journal of Humanities Social Science and Management, 2023
Understanding the people of other faith is a natural process of human life, and no human society ... more Understanding the people of other faith is a natural process of human life, and no human society can live in peace until it behaves tolerantly with its neighbors. Muslims throughout their history have been living with peace, tolerance, and coexistence along with people of other faiths. Muslim societies have always observed religious pluralism and the people of other faiths have lived under their administration very peacefully and progressively. Not only from an administrative viewpoint, but from the Islamic legal perspective as well. Muslim scholars discuss the principles of maintaining the value of interfaith dialogue among different religions. In this backdrop, the paper elaborates on the lessons which are derived from the sources of Islamic Shariah by the Muslim jurists through Islamic jurisprudence {Fiqh}. The study also explores how Islam plays a unique role to encourage interfaith dialogue by providing justice, equal rights, and religious freedom for all religions. The paper adopts the qualitative method in the form of contextual analysis of juristic interpretation of the primary sources of Islam {Quran and Sunnah}.
The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include wo... more The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include worldly knowledge, with a universal mandate for all Muslims, irrespective of gender, to actively pursue learning. The commitment to gender equality in Islam positions women as essential contributors to societal well-being and sustainable development. Having set this premise, the article delves into the importance of women's education within Islam, particularly drawing insights from the Prophetic instructional methods. It underscores the enduring relevance of these principles in addressing the contemporary challenges faced by Muslim women while pursuing their academic carriers. As societies evolve, Islam's guidance on women education and gender equality offers a timeless framework. In this background, this paper describes the distinctive emphasis on education in Islam, epitomized by the foundational directive "I-Q-R-A" (read).
Approaches to the science of Sirah have evolved in the academic discourse over the centuries. In ... more Approaches to the science of Sirah have evolved in the academic discourse over the centuries. In Contemporary world, writings on Sirah have undergone a number of approaches viz Pluralistic, Revisionist and Narratives on Prophet. The "Narratives on Prophet" is a contemporary literally genre that emerged in the recent past in the science of Sirah in both Western and Eastern academic world. The subject matter of these works revolves around the theme of the perceptions of the Prophet in literary circles across the centuries. The book "Lives of Muhammad" by Kecia Ali falls in the same genre. The author unravels much about the diverse vantage points from which Sīrah has been approached down the ages by both Muslim and non-Muslim scholars. The present paper is a humble attempt to highlight the themes viza-viz Historicity of Prophet, Western perspective, Muslim account, Narratives on the wives of Prophet and the Account of comparative biography of religious figures. Analytical cum Historical methods have been followed.
During the Golden Age spanning the 7th centuries, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in va... more During the Golden Age spanning the 7th centuries, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in various scientific disciplines, encompassing both pure and social sciences. Significant advancements were made in fields such as sociology, psychology, history, and political science. It's noteworthy that, despite the absence of specific nomenclature for individual fields of study, Muslim scholars played pivotal roles in shaping and progressing these social sciences during that era. Following the wane of the Golden Age of Islam, the contributions of Muslim scholars across various knowledge domains became less prominent. The aftermath of this decline has resulted in a persistent state where Muslims find themselves constrained, akin to being in a metaphorical lizard's hole, largely influenced by the colonization of their minds. Muslim psychologists tend to adopt contemporary psychology and its theories without subjecting them to critical analysis. The secular paradigm of psychology, influenced by globalization, colonialization, and Americanization, persist in its original form. In the 20th century, the originator of Modern Islamic Psychology, Prof. Dr Malik Badri, played a crucial role in enlightening Muslim scholars about Islamic Psychology, emphasizing its cultural sensitivity. During this period, Muslim psychologists such as Malik Badri and Dr Rania Awaad delved into the examination of the contributions made by early medieval Muslim scholars to the field of Psychology. This paper aims to investigate the pioneering contributions of Abu Zayd al-Balkhi in the realm of contemporary psychology. Al-Balkhi is recognized as a significant figure in various branches of modern psychology, including psychophysiology, cognitive psychology, environmental psychology, clinical psychology, and positive psychology. To address the objectives of this paper, a qualitative research method will be employed.
The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include wo... more The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include worldly knowledge, with a universal mandate for all Muslims, irrespective of gender, to actively pursue learning. The commitment to gender equality in Islam positions women as essential contributors to societal well-being and sustainable development. Having set this premise, the article delves into the importance of women's education within Islam, particularly drawing insights from the Prophetic instructional methods. It underscores the enduring relevance of these principles in addressing the contemporary challenges faced by Muslim women while pursuing their academic carriers. As societies evolve, Islam's guidance on women education and gender equality offers a timeless framework. In this background, this paper describes the distinctive emphasis on education in Islam, epitomized by the foundational directive "I-Q-R-A" (read).
During the Golden Age spanning the 7th-13th century, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in... more During the Golden Age spanning the 7th-13th century, Muslims gained renown for their expertise in various scientific disciplines, encompassing both pure and social sciences. Significant advancements were made in fields such as sociology, psychology, history, and political science. It's noteworthy that, despite the absence of specific nomenclature for individual fields of study, Muslim scholars played pivotal roles in shaping and progressing these social sciences during that era. Following the wane of the Golden Age of Islam, the contributions of Muslim scholars across various knowledge domains became less prominent. The aftermath of this decline has resulted in a persistent state where Muslims find themselves constrained, akin to being in a metaphorical lizard's hole, largely influenced by the colonization of their minds. Muslim psychologists tend to adopt contemporary psychology and its theories without subjecting them to critical analysis. The secular paradigm of psychology, influenced by globalization, colonialization, and Americanization, persists in its original form. In the 20th century, the originator of Modern Islamic Psychology, Prof. Dr Malik Badri, played a crucial role in enlightening Muslim scholars about Islamic Psychology, emphasizing its cultural sensitivity. During this period, Muslim psychologists such as Malik Badri and Dr Rania Awaad delved into the examination of the contributions made by early medieval Muslim scholars to the field of Psychology. This paper aims to investigate the pioneering contributions of Abu Zayd al-Balkhi in the realm of contemporary Psychology. Al-Balkhi is recognized as a significant figure in various branches of modern Psychology, including Psychophysiology,
International Journal of Humanities Social Science and Management, 2023
Understanding the people of other faith is a natural process of human life, and no human society ... more Understanding the people of other faith is a natural process of human life, and no human society can live in peace until it behaves tolerantly with its neighbors. Muslims throughout their history have been living with peace, tolerance, and coexistence along with people of other faiths. Muslim societies have always observed religious pluralism and the people of other faiths have lived under their administration very peacefully and progressively. Not only from an administrative viewpoint, but from the Islamic legal perspective as well. Muslim scholars discuss the principles of maintaining the value of interfaith dialogue among different religions. In this backdrop, the paper elaborates on the lessons which are derived from the sources of Islamic Shariah by the Muslim jurists through Islamic jurisprudence {Fiqh}. The study also explores how Islam plays a unique role to encourage interfaith dialogue by providing justice, equal rights, and religious freedom for all religions. The paper adopts the qualitative method in the form of contextual analysis of juristic interpretation of the primary sources of Islam {Quran and Sunnah}.
The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include wo... more The Islamic concept of education is holistic and extends beyond religious doctrines to include worldly knowledge, with a universal mandate for all Muslims, irrespective of gender, to actively pursue learning. The commitment to gender equality in Islam positions women as essential contributors to societal well-being and sustainable development. Having set this premise, the article delves into the importance of women's education within Islam, particularly drawing insights from the Prophetic instructional methods. It underscores the enduring relevance of these principles in addressing the contemporary challenges faced by Muslim women while pursuing their academic carriers. As societies evolve, Islam's guidance on women education and gender equality offers a timeless framework. In this background, this paper describes the distinctive emphasis on education in Islam, epitomized by the foundational directive "I-Q-R-A" (read).
Approaches to the science of Sirah have evolved in the academic discourse over the centuries. In ... more Approaches to the science of Sirah have evolved in the academic discourse over the centuries. In Contemporary world, writings on Sirah have undergone a number of approaches viz Pluralistic, Revisionist and Narratives on Prophet. The "Narratives on Prophet" is a contemporary literally genre that emerged in the recent past in the science of Sirah in both Western and Eastern academic world. The subject matter of these works revolves around the theme of the perceptions of the Prophet in literary circles across the centuries. The book "Lives of Muhammad" by Kecia Ali falls in the same genre. The author unravels much about the diverse vantage points from which Sīrah has been approached down the ages by both Muslim and non-Muslim scholars. The present paper is a humble attempt to highlight the themes viza-viz Historicity of Prophet, Western perspective, Muslim account, Narratives on the wives of Prophet and the Account of comparative biography of religious figures. Analytical cum Historical methods have been followed.
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noteworthy that, despite the absence of specific nomenclature for individual fields of study, Muslim scholars played pivotal roles in shaping and progressing these social sciences during that era. Following
the wane of the Golden Age of Islam, the contributions of Muslim scholars across various knowledge domains became less prominent. The aftermath of this decline has resulted in a persistent state where
Muslims find themselves constrained, akin to being in a metaphorical lizard's hole, largely influenced by the colonization of their minds. Muslim psychologists tend to adopt contemporary psychology and its
theories without subjecting them to critical analysis. The secular paradigm of psychology, influenced by globalization, colonialization, and Americanization, persist in its original form. In the 20th century, the
originator of Modern Islamic Psychology, Prof. Dr Malik Badri, played a crucial role in enlightening Muslim scholars about Islamic Psychology, emphasizing its cultural sensitivity. During this period, Muslim
psychologists such as Malik Badri and Dr Rania Awaad delved into the examination of the contributions made by early medieval Muslim scholars to the field of Psychology. This paper aims to investigate the pioneering contributions of Abu Zayd al-Balkhi in the realm of contemporary psychology. Al-Balkhi is recognized as a significant figure in various branches of modern psychology, including psychophysiology, cognitive psychology, environmental psychology, clinical psychology, and positive psychology. To address the objectives of this paper, a qualitative research method will be employed.
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noteworthy that, despite the absence of specific nomenclature for individual fields of study, Muslim scholars played pivotal roles in shaping and progressing these social sciences during that era. Following
the wane of the Golden Age of Islam, the contributions of Muslim scholars across various knowledge domains became less prominent. The aftermath of this decline has resulted in a persistent state where
Muslims find themselves constrained, akin to being in a metaphorical lizard's hole, largely influenced by the colonization of their minds. Muslim psychologists tend to adopt contemporary psychology and its
theories without subjecting them to critical analysis. The secular paradigm of psychology, influenced by globalization, colonialization, and Americanization, persist in its original form. In the 20th century, the
originator of Modern Islamic Psychology, Prof. Dr Malik Badri, played a crucial role in enlightening Muslim scholars about Islamic Psychology, emphasizing its cultural sensitivity. During this period, Muslim
psychologists such as Malik Badri and Dr Rania Awaad delved into the examination of the contributions made by early medieval Muslim scholars to the field of Psychology. This paper aims to investigate the pioneering contributions of Abu Zayd al-Balkhi in the realm of contemporary psychology. Al-Balkhi is recognized as a significant figure in various branches of modern psychology, including psychophysiology, cognitive psychology, environmental psychology, clinical psychology, and positive psychology. To address the objectives of this paper, a qualitative research method will be employed.