Europe is beginning to be enamored of the creed of Muhammad. In the next century I may go still further in recognizing the utility of that creed in solving its problems, and it is in this sense that you must understand my prediction.[8]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Shaw predicts Europe may adopt Islamic principles to solve future societal problems.
- In plain terms
- Europe might embrace Islam's creed to fix its issues in the next century.
- What can you take from it?
- Religious creeds could offer solutions to modern societal challenges.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can religion solve modern problems?
- How do creeds impact society?
Another view
The prediction relies on speculative future cultural shifts.
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