جدید دور میں اسلامی تمدن کی تعمیر نو: چیلنجز، مواقع اور لائحہ عمل

Rebuilding Islamic Civilization in the Modern Era: Challenges, Opportunities, and an Action Plan

Abstract

Islamic civilization stands as one of the paramount civilizational traditions in human history. During the middle Ages, it made revolutionary contributions to the fields of knowledge, philosophy, culture, governance, and human values. The intellectual, societal, and spiritual services of Muslim thinkers, scientists, writers, and philosophers profoundly influenced not only the East but also various regions of the world, including Europe.

However, over time, internal strife, intellectual stagnation, political decline, and particularly the impacts of the colonial era, led this great civilization into a period of decay. In the 21st century, as the world navigates a new global order, industrial revolutions, and cultural clashes, the question of reconstructing Islamic civilization has become a critical imperative.

The primary aim of this paper is to present a comprehensive examination of the potential for this reconstruction, its contemporary obstacles, and a potential course of action. The significance of this study lies in its scope; it is not confined to an analysis of the past but also engages with present conditions and future possibilities. The paper asserts that the rebuilding of Islamic civilization is not merely a romantic ideal but a practical project, necessitating collective resolve, strategic planning, and sustained effort.

It concludes on the hopeful note that if Muslim nations effectively mobilize their intellectual, cultural, and economic capacities, they can not only revitalize their great civilizational heritage but also play a significant role in shaping a balanced and humane civilizational paradigm on a global scale.