امام محمد غزالی کے نظریات کا عصرحاضر کے سماجی مسائل پر اطلاق : المنقذ من الضلال کی روشنی میں ایک تجزیاتی مطالعہ
Application of Imam Muhammad al-Ghazali's Ideas to Contemporary Social Issues (An Analytical Study in the Light of al-Munqidh min al-Dalal)
Keywords:
Imam al-Ghazali, al-Munqidh min al-Dalal, spiritual revival, intellectual challenges, moral reform, materialism, secularism, atheism, balance of reason and revelation, youth and Islam, religious detachment, social valuesAbstract
Imam Muhammad al-Ghazali (450-505 AH) was a distinguished Islamic scholar, philosopher, and mystic whose seminal work, al-Munqidh min al-Dalal, captures his intellectual and spiritual journey from skepticism to certainty. This book serves as both an autobiography and a critique of the philosophical and theological currents of his time. By addressing atheistic tendencies and philosophical dilemmas, Imam al-Ghazali emphasized the balance between reason, revelation, and spirituality as the foundation for personal and societal reform. His thought remains profoundly relevant for addressing contemporary issues in Muslim societies, where challenges such as intellectual confusion, moral decline, and spiritual detachment have become prevalent.
In the context of modern crises, including the influence of secularism, materialism, and atheism, Imam al-Ghazali’s insights offer practical solutions for reforming individual and communal lives. His teachings advocate the integration of knowledge and practice, the revival of spirituality, and the harmonization of rational and revealed principles. This study explores the applicability of his ideas, particularly in resolving issues like youth disconnection from religion, ethical erosion, and the spiritual void in society. Imam al-Ghazali’s framework provides a comprehensive model for navigating intellectual and moral challenges, enabling Muslim communities to achieve intellectual clarity, moral uprightness, and spiritual renewal.
