Islamic Reform and Colonial Discourse on Modernity in India [electronic resource] : Socio-Political and Religious Thought of Vakkom Moulavi /
Abraham, Jose.author.
In Kerala, Vakkom Moulavi motivated Muslims to embrace modernity, especially modern education, in order to reap maximum benefit. In this process, he initiated numerous religious reforms. However, he held fairly ambivalent attitudes towards individualism, materialism and secularization, defending Islam against the attacks of Christian missionaries.
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In Kerala, Vakkom Moulavi motivated Muslims to embrace modernity, especially modern education, in order to reap maximum benefit. In this process, he initiated numerous religious reforms. However, he held fairly ambivalent attitudes towards individualism, materialism and secularization, defending Islam against the attacks of Christian missionaries.
Maulavi, Vakkaṃ, 1873-1932.
Asia-History.
Religion-History.
Religion.
Religion and sociology.
Islam-Doctrines.
Islam.
Asian History.
History of Religion.
Religious Studies, general.
Sociology of Religion.
Islamic Theology.
Islam.