The idea of Islamic renewal, which understands Islam as capable not only of educating human beings but also of ordering the world, will always have two types of people as its opponents: conservatives who want the old forms, and modernists who want someone else's forms. - ibid., p. 8
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Islamic renewal faces opposition from conservatives wanting old forms and modernists wanting others' forms.
- In plain terms
- Renewal is opposed by those who want old ways or foreign ways.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect opposition from both traditionalists and modernists.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do people resist renewal?
- Can middle ground be found?
Another view
It simplifies the complex reasons for resistance to change.
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