Mauriduna: Journal of Islamic Studies
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024): Mauriduna : Journal of Islamic Studies, February 2024

The Enlightened Path: Muḥammad ‘Abduh's Fusion of Reason and Revelation

Aditiya Gilang Febiyanto (Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia)
Andhika Najib Azka (Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Aug 2026

Abstract

This research paper, titled "The Enlightened Path: Muḥammad ‘Abduh's Fusion of Reason and Revelation," explores the transformative influence of Muḥammad ‘Abduh’s rationalist theology on modern Islamic thought. Focusing on his seminal work "Risālat al-Tawḥīd" the study examines how Abduh’s integration of reason and revelation has provided a framework for a dynamic and progressive interpretation of Islamic teachings in particular contemporary theology. The research highlights Abduh’s belief in the compatibility of faith and reason, arguing that rational thought is essential to truly understand God’s unity (Tawḥīd) and Islamic ethics. This research demonstrates the continuing significance of Abduh's rationalist theology and offers a helpful framework for negotiating the challenges of modernity, identity, and religion. It asks for more investigation into the long-term effects of Abduh's theories, theological comparisons, and real-world implementations of his reforms in Muslim countries today. Muḥammad 'Abduh has shown by his enlightened path that revelation and reason can coexist peacefully, each enhancing the other and leading to a deeper and more applicable understanding of Islam in the contemporary world.

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mauriduna

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Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Library & Information Science Physics Social Sciences Other

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Mauriduna is a Journal of Islamic studies published four a year, this scientific publication is managed by Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat (LPPM) Institut Muslim Cindekia (IMC) Sukabumi. This journal focuses on the study of Islam, in the form of Research Results, Ideas, Theories, ...