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4 "d 43% 9:34 AM DB 1 score hapter 1: Why did Muslim thinkers and scientists cease o be at the cutting-edge of intellectual Islam's Achievements and Decline Started by Jamilla Janielle Galura 6 replies Discussion Board1 Started by Eraj Shah 5 replies Discussion 1 Started by Prathmika Jha 7 replies Discussion Board Post 1 Started by Shiv Nigam 10 replies Discussion Board: Post1 Started by Raj Patel

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The reason for the behaviour of the Muslim thinkers and scientists about the intellectual development is that many Muslims still see science as a secular, even atheist, Western construct.

But we shouldn't criticise them because even in the developed world, a large fraction of the population regards science with suspicion, and even fear.

The plain truth, however, is that science is playing an increasingly important role in our lives – in technology, medical advances and addressing global problems, such as climate change and water, food and energy supplies.

There was once a time when Islam and science were not at odds. But many Muslims have forgotten the wonderful contributions made by their ancestors. Reminding them about their ancestors contributions will help to inspire the change we need in our time and allow science to flourish once again in the Muslim world.