Modernist Islam

Modernist Islam refers to a movement within Islam that seeks to interpret religious teachings in ways that align with contemporary values, science, and human rights. It emphasizes rational thinking, critical scholarship, and engagement with modern issues such as gender equality and democracy, while remaining true to core Islamic principles. Modernist Muslims aim to reconcile tradition with progress, encouraging reform and modernization of practices and beliefs to meet the needs of today’s society, often advocating for peaceful coexistence and intellectual openness.