The Islamic Framework In The Thought Of Malik Ibn Nabi

Abstract

The article discusses the Islamic background framework upon which the thinker Malik Bennabi based in his civilizational project and its importance. In his view, it is considered one of the fundamental prerequisites for any transformative work, and without it, such work would be futile. For this reason, Ibn Nabi adhered to it, sought to understand and apply it in accordance with the realities of the era and modern knowledge. He developed a renewing vision that aligns with its foundations and responds to the realities of contemporary science.

As an examples, in the field of exegesis, Professor Malik Bennabi proposed a new approach to interpreting the Quran and the necessity of reforming the old methodology. According to him, this task has its reasons, with one of the most important being the tremendous influence of European specialists on Muslim youth, particularly in matters related to spiritual life. In addition, the changing circumstances and developments in Islamic history were significant factors that called for renewal in the methodologies of interpretation. When we examine Ibn Nabi's legacy, we observe an attempt to renew and engage in a different reading of the texts. In our view, the motivating factors behind this are his focus on two aspects: the psychological aspect and the temporal factor, both of which are derived from Islamic principles.

At the same time, he studied the religious phenomenon in a manner contrary to the approach of Orientalist skeptics towards revelation, refuting their doubts in a scientific manner. Simultaneously, he did not overlook the ethical and aesthetic aspects, unlike European civilization, which he described as utilitarian.