Response to Contemporary Atheistic Thought: The Methodologies of Maulānā Syed Abul Aaʻlā Maudūdī

معاصر الحادی فکر کے اعتراضات کے جوابات میں مولاناسیدابوالاعلیٰ مودودی کا منہج واسلوب

Abstract

The concept of atheistic thought encompasses the denial of God's existence, aversion to religion, advocacy for free-thinking, rejection of divine attributes, and a tendency toward deviation. When the influence of contemporary atheistic thought began to emerge in the Indian subcontinent during the 20^th century, the scholars of that era stood firm against it. Among these scholars was the renowned figure, Maulānā Syed Abul Aaʻlā Maudūdī. He faced the challenges posed by his time with steadfastness, employing knowledge and research as his tools. To address the objections raised by modern civilization and contemporary atheistic thought, Maulānā Maudūdī developed a well-reasoned and comprehensive body of literature. Additionally, he adopted effective methods and strategies to introduce the affected individuals to the truth and authenticity of Islam. These efforts inspired many young individuals to return to the teachings of Islam. Maulānā Maudūdī employed various methods and strategies to acquaint different segments of society with Islamic teachings. Through these methodologies, he fulfilled a significant intellectual and scholarly responsibility by responding to the objections and doubts raised by contemporary atheistic thought. This research paper aims to highlight the methods and strategies employed by Maulānā Maudūdī to respond to the objections and misconceptions of contemporary atheistic thought.