Modern science infiltrated the Islamic world in the beginning of the nineteenth century. But what affected Muslim intellectuals mostly was not science itself; rather, it was the transfer of various philosophical currents, entangled with science that had a profound effect on the mind of Muslim scientists and intellectuals. Schools like positivism and Darwinism penetrated the...Read More

The main question this task force is engaged with is: Can Islam’s theological teachings be reconciled with cutting edge discoveries in the world of science? I will begin by raising some queries about the main question itself. Click here to read more (pp. 107-115).Read More

After two days of intense discussions in Istanbul on the submitted papers and in-person presentations, followed by months of further discussions, the task force members agree to issue the following declaration. This summarises some general principles of engaging in Islam and Science discourse and hopes to inspire Muslims today, and in the future, to continue...Read More