An Analysis on Mohd. Kamal Hassan’s Views of Islamisation of Human Knowledge (IOHK) and Relevantisation of Islamic Sciences
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Despite the significant influence of Mohd. Kamal Hassan’s (hereinafter cited as Kamal) framework on Islamic education and knowledge integration, there remains a gap in systematic analysis of his “Islamicisation of human knowledge” (IOHK) methodology and its practical implementation. Additionally, while IOHK has been implemented at various institutions, there is limited documentation of its effectiveness and challenges in contemporary educational settings. This article explores the late Kamal’s ideas on IOHK as well as the relevantisation of Islamic sciences, and summarises Kamal’s six rationales for IOHK, which are based on Qurʾānic teachings, the Tawḥīdic worldview, and historical instances of Islamic intellectualism. By examining these rationales and their implementation, the article addresses the critical need for understanding how IOHK can effectively bridge the gap between Islamic and contemporary knowledge systems, apart from looking at how IOHK handles both current Muslim societies’ intellectual problems and the worldwide challenges offered by secular Western thought. It focuses on the practical application of IOHK at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), and also covers policy declarations and activities inside IIUM, such as the institution’s adoption of 21 various modes of IOHK. In conclusion, suggestions are made to reinforce and increase the relevance of IOHK in current circumstances, emphasising its ability to contribute to the development of the Muslim ummah.
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