The thought of Abû Al-Ḥasan ‘Alî Al-Ḥasanî Al-Nadwî on Islamic Movement in Malaysia: An Analysis

Ahmad Yunus Mohd Noor, Asmilyia Mohd Mokhtar and Ahmad Dahlan Salleh
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Ahmad Yunus Mohd Noor: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Asmilyia Mohd Mokhtar: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Ahmad Dahlan Salleh: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 11, 5129-5138

Abstract: This study examines the influence of Abû al-Ḥasan ‘Alî al-Ḥasanî al-Nadwî's thought on Islamic movements in Malaysia, particularly the Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (ABIM). It is based on the need to understand how Nadwi's spiritual worldview and critique of Western modernity shaped Islamic ideals in Malaysia, an aspect often overlooked in previous research. The objectives are to identify the nature of Nadwi's influence, assess its adaptation in the local context, and evaluate its relevance to current moral and spiritual challenges. Employing a qualitative approach, the study combines document analysis and in-depth interviews with Ustaz Muhammad Syafiq bin Ismail, ABIM's Head of Information, and conducts thematic analysis grounded in Nadwi's core ideas of tarbiyyah ruhiyyah (spiritual education), islah al-mujtama‘ (social reform), and his critique of modern materialism. The findings reveal that Nadwi's thought has significantly shaped ABIM's da‘wah and educational orientation by emphasizing a balance between knowledge, action, and spirituality while rejecting secularism. The study recommends strengthening Nadwi's intellectual legacy through integration in Islamic education and digital dissemination to maintain its relevance in addressing contemporary issues.

Date: 2025
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