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July 24, 2025

New Article | Between Code and Conscience: Islam’s Warning Lights in an AI World

This article explores the ethical, spiritual, and societal implications of artificial intelligence—particularly in relation to deception, dependency, and daʿwah—through a critical lens grounded in Islamic thought and Qur’anic reflection.
June 18, 2025

New Book | Dawkins Deselected: The Extinction of New Atheism

For over a century, Neo-Darwinism has dominated evolutionary biology, with Richard Dawkins as its leading proponent. However, in "The Death of Neo-Darwinism," authors Subboor Ahmad & Salman Butt engage with Denis Noble’s insights to expose the logical flaws in its gene-centric, reductionist framework, which no longer aligns with modern molecular biology. By contrasting Dawkins' narrow view with Noble’s integrative approach, they advocate for a systems-based understanding of life that transcends outdated reductionism. Bridging science and philosophy, this work challenges readers to reconsider a belief system rooted in a scientific theory open to revision. As the concept of evolution evolves, this biological revolution is set to reshape discussions in theology, psychology, politics, economics, and our understanding of existence.
June 14, 2025

South Africa 2025: International Development Trip

May 29, 2025

New Series | No Doubt: In Pursuit of Certainty

Intellectual Seerah Series
May 15, 2025

Shabbir Akhtar and Gustavo Gutiérrez: Religion as Liberation from Injustice/Oppression

"Akhtar reminds us that in Medina and Medellin justice was found, and can be found, again. It is up to us to counter the disinformation and distortion that allows sophistry on ‘secular values’ to stifle the oppressed from challenging their oppressors."
April 7, 2025

New Essay | Education After Gaza

Education must move beyond neutrality and become a space that fosters empathy, critical reflection, and moral responsibility in the face of injustice. In light of the ongoing genocide in Gaza, the silence of educational institutions reveals a troubling failure to uphold the very principles they claim to teach. To prevent future atrocities, pedagogy must confront dehumanization, challenge dominant narratives, and center the lived experiences of the oppressed.
March 4, 2025

New Book | The Death of Neo-Darwinism

For over a century, Neo-Darwinism has dominated evolutionary biology, with Richard Dawkins as its leading proponent. However, in "The Death of Neo-Darwinism," authors Subboor Ahmad & Salman Butt engage with Denis Noble’s insights to expose the logical flaws in its gene-centric, reductionist framework, which no longer aligns with modern molecular biology. By contrasting Dawkins' narrow view with Noble’s integrative approach, they advocate for a systems-based understanding of life that transcends outdated reductionism. Bridging science and philosophy, this work challenges readers to reconsider a belief system rooted in a scientific theory open to revision. As the concept of evolution evolves, this biological revolution is set to reshape discussions in theology, psychology, politics, economics, and our understanding of existence.
February 4, 2025

New Book | Is Muhammad ﷺ Truly a Prophet of God?

The Prophet of Islam has long been misrepresented, perhaps more than any other figure in the history of religious movements. Likewise, Islam itself is often one of the most misunderstood faiths, particularly in the West. What may be the most profound distortion is the prevailing belief that "religious faith" means believing without evidence or worse, believing despite evidence. As Richard Dawkins claims, it's faith that contradicts reason and proof. But is that really the case? This book is a thoughtful, measured attempt to challenge these misconceptions. Through reason, history, and science, it seeks to uncover the true character of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, explore the message of the Quran, and ultimately test the authenticity of Islam. Is Islam a blind leap of faith, or is it a belief system deeply rooted in compelling evidence that harmonizes intellect and revelation?
November 20, 2024

Islam’s Theory of Power: Politics without Apology

Most Muslims, let alone non-Muslims, have not heard of Islam’s theory of power. In Islam as a Political Religion: The Future of an Imperial Faith, Shabbir Akhtar details this in relation to politics. This essay expounds on Akhtar’s unique take on Islam’s sacred challenged to secularity. Going beyond clichés about Muslim violence, this essay provides a robust case for why Islam can never be separated from power.