“There are strengths in Islamic tradition. Islam actually, as a monotheistic religion, which defined man as a responsible agent by itself, created the idea of the individual in the Middle East and saved it from the communitarianism, the collectivism of the tribe.”
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Mustafa Akyol
Mustafa Akyol is a Turkish writer, journalist, and scholar known for his profound insights into Islam, Turkish politics, and secularism. Born in 1972, Akyol's work spans a wide range of topics, including religious reform, democracy, and liberalism. His books and articles have a significant influence in Turkey and around the world. more
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