Ideology and the caricature of culture
Like colonial scholarship, Malay Studies of the independent and nationalistic era can be said to have produced a wealth of materials in terms of bulk. It can be said, however, in the critical vein, that it suffers from its own myopia by way of perspectives and creative insights. For example, while colonial Malay Studies sees the Dark Ages in the Malay past, a particular brand of ‘nationalistic’ Malay Studies sees only grandeur and perfection
The politics of book banning in Malaysia
Many argue that this is the idiocy of bureaucrats or simply the problem of bureaucratisation and institutionalisation of religion. Partly, it may be true. But what if the answer lies in the design itself? What if the system is working exactly as intended?
The Hijab Obsession & Misplaced Inclusivity
Does inclusivity mean adapting institutions to individual needs, or ensuring that everyone has equitable and just access to services without sacrificing system efficiency?
The Synthesised Identity of Tamil Muslims
For Tamil Muslims, Tamil is not just a language but a vital cultural framework that shapes our identity, infusing our Islamic faith with the values and ethical teachings of our Tamil heritage.
Progressive Islam: Contestation of Islamic Thought in Indonesia
Reflecting on Intra-Muslim Prejudice in Contemporary Malay Muslim Society
‘Salam Gembira’: An Unwarranted Backlash?
Aqil Nazhan argues that Studio50 Concept’s movie which seems to be LGBTQ-centric in fact raises pertinent questions on humanity and society at large.
My Interfaith Journey in Singapore
Reflecting on Intra-Muslim Prejudice in Contemporary Malay Muslim Society
Reflecting on Intra-Muslim Prejudice in Contemporary Malay Muslim Society
Reflecting on Intra-Muslim Prejudice in Contemporary Malay Muslim Society
Must Islam Rule? Crisis in Muslim Political Thought
Key ideas from our inaugural Roundtable Discussion held on 27 May 2023.
Editorial: The crux of the matter
Regardless of identity, all law-abiding citizens deserve equal protection from harm and fair access to shared public spaces. As Singaporeans, we have the right to practise our faith so long as it does not harm and/or infringe on the rights of others to live according to theirs. Given these two facts, how do we move forward?