◈ Islam’s Unified Strategy Against Liberalism: The Wisdom of Islam-e-Mujmal ◈
In our times, liberalism has emerged as a new intellectual battleground, directly targeting Islamic values and traditions. In facing this threat, it is crucial to present an Islamic narrative that is broadly acceptable across all Muslim groups, including those outside Ahl al-Sunnah, so that a united front may be formed against this ideological invasion.
Such a strategic alliance is not only permissible within the principles of Ahl al-Sunnah, but is also clearly guided by them.
Liberalism is not just an abstract philosophy—it is a deliberate ideological effort to dismantle the Islamic identity in Muslim societies.
✔ It aims to abolish Islamic punishments, such as rajm (stoning), and eventually to declare such concepts obsolete and inhumane.
✔ It seeks to normalize indecency and immorality, branding them as natural freedoms, while presenting any restriction as outdated and oppressive.
Therefore, the confrontation with liberalism is not a marginal fiqh issue—it is a full-scale assault on the Islamic worldview.
To effectively counter liberalism, we must present that form of Islam on which there is minimal or no dispute among the Muslim masses. For instance:
✔ Controversial topics like rajm or ḥadd for apostasy need not be foregrounded at this stage, as there is no current implementation system in place.
✔ Issues like jihad al-ṭalab or capital punishment for apostasy are irrelevant in absence of an Amīr al-Muʾminīn or a state system prepared to implement them. Discussing these matters only strengthens liberal opposition to Shari‘ah.
Victory over liberalism requires that we unite the nation upon two key points:
① General commitment to Islam (Islam-e-Mujmal)
② General disavowal of disbelief (Barā’ah Mujmala from Kufr)
This means:
✔ Promoting broad-based agreement on Islamic principles
✔ Adopting a clear, unified stance against liberal disbelief
✔ Postponing internal disputes to focus on defeating the shared ideological enemy
Shaykh Ṣalāḥ al-Ṣāwī has clearly emphasized the importance of Islam-e-Mujmal (general Islamic commitment) and Barā’ah Mujmala from kufr during times of crisis.
✔ The public should not be entangled in unnecessary academic or jurisprudential debates.
✔ The message must be simple and clear:
→ Remain attached to your Islamic beliefs and traditions
→ Completely disassociate from liberal ideologies and their corrupt values
Those who actively support liberalism or pave the way for it must be publicly exposed and condemned.
✔ The ‘ulamā’ and righteous individuals of the Ummah must fearlessly declare such people as betrayers of the Ummah.
✔ There should be no hesitation in unveiling those who are weakening the foundations of Islam under the guise of reform.
We must adopt a comprehensive and strategic approach that brings together both traditionalists and reformists against the threat of liberalism.
Despite internal theological or fiqh differences, we must unite on this truth:
→ Liberalism is an existential threat
→ Eradicating it from Muslim societies is a shared duty
This intellectual and ideological battle will not be easy, but if the Ummah finds its unified voice, then, by the will of Allah, victory is possible.
❀ Introduction: The Emerging Threat of Liberalism ❀
In our times, liberalism has emerged as a new intellectual battleground, directly targeting Islamic values and traditions. In facing this threat, it is crucial to present an Islamic narrative that is broadly acceptable across all Muslim groups, including those outside Ahl al-Sunnah, so that a united front may be formed against this ideological invasion.
Such a strategic alliance is not only permissible within the principles of Ahl al-Sunnah, but is also clearly guided by them.
❀ The Reality of Liberalism: A Common Enemy ❀
Liberalism is not just an abstract philosophy—it is a deliberate ideological effort to dismantle the Islamic identity in Muslim societies.
✔ It aims to abolish Islamic punishments, such as rajm (stoning), and eventually to declare such concepts obsolete and inhumane.
✔ It seeks to normalize indecency and immorality, branding them as natural freedoms, while presenting any restriction as outdated and oppressive.
Therefore, the confrontation with liberalism is not a marginal fiqh issue—it is a full-scale assault on the Islamic worldview.
❀ Which Version of Islam Should Be Presented? ❀
To effectively counter liberalism, we must present that form of Islam on which there is minimal or no dispute among the Muslim masses. For instance:
✔ Controversial topics like rajm or ḥadd for apostasy need not be foregrounded at this stage, as there is no current implementation system in place.
✔ Issues like jihad al-ṭalab or capital punishment for apostasy are irrelevant in absence of an Amīr al-Muʾminīn or a state system prepared to implement them. Discussing these matters only strengthens liberal opposition to Shari‘ah.
❀ The Islamic Front: Uniting the Ummah ❀
Victory over liberalism requires that we unite the nation upon two key points:
① General commitment to Islam (Islam-e-Mujmal)
② General disavowal of disbelief (Barā’ah Mujmala from Kufr)
This means:
✔ Promoting broad-based agreement on Islamic principles
✔ Adopting a clear, unified stance against liberal disbelief
✔ Postponing internal disputes to focus on defeating the shared ideological enemy
❀ The Role of Islam-e-Mujmal ❀
Shaykh Ṣalāḥ al-Ṣāwī has clearly emphasized the importance of Islam-e-Mujmal (general Islamic commitment) and Barā’ah Mujmala from kufr during times of crisis.
✔ The public should not be entangled in unnecessary academic or jurisprudential debates.
✔ The message must be simple and clear:
→ Remain attached to your Islamic beliefs and traditions
→ Completely disassociate from liberal ideologies and their corrupt values
❀ Exposing the Supporters of Liberalism ❀
Those who actively support liberalism or pave the way for it must be publicly exposed and condemned.
✔ The ‘ulamā’ and righteous individuals of the Ummah must fearlessly declare such people as betrayers of the Ummah.
✔ There should be no hesitation in unveiling those who are weakening the foundations of Islam under the guise of reform.
✔ Conclusion: A Broad-Based Coalition Against Liberalism
We must adopt a comprehensive and strategic approach that brings together both traditionalists and reformists against the threat of liberalism.
Despite internal theological or fiqh differences, we must unite on this truth:
→ Liberalism is an existential threat
→ Eradicating it from Muslim societies is a shared duty
This intellectual and ideological battle will not be easy, but if the Ummah finds its unified voice, then, by the will of Allah, victory is possible.
