The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam

The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam by Mohammad Iqbal is a collection of philosophical essays that reinterprets Islamic thought in the context of modernity. Drawing from Qur'anic principles, Islamic mysticism, and Western philosophy, Iqbal explores concepts like selfhood, spirituality, and ijtihad (independent reasoning). He advocates for a dynamic and evolving understanding of Islam rooted in reason, experience, and ethics. The book emphasizes intellectual revival and urges Muslims to engage with science, democracy, and spiritual renewal to shape their future.