Saturday, December 24, 2011

Science and Why Questions

In a sense the present blog is still born. One of the aims in the mind of your poor Alig (YPA) was to comment on Science vs Islam issues. This is a much victimized topic with every Ta, Da and Ha having had his go at it. That the things have not moved an inch from their ancient position is clear from the fact that Muslim opinion about science is the one that no one else bothers about. This is partly because of the fact that Muslims have not contributed proportionately to modern science. This is not a small handicap to live with. But this is not an excuse also to avoid this important exercise. Even then your poor Alig will prefer mundane indulgence in routine pursuit of science as compared to the most lofty discussion on Islam and Science. Reason will be obvious to any practitioner of science. Unfortunately the topic is too serious to be left to the outsiders - those who do not practice science as a vocation. No self glorification intended - may Allah(SWT) save every believer from that major sin.

So why is YPA not persuing this line of action? Answer lies partly on people's interest but only partly because the major portion has to be blamed squarely upon YPA's laziness or lack of assertion. Any way because of two accessible posts here and here YPA is motivated to take up this task again, Lord Most High willing. Have a go at them before we get down to brasstacks, IA (Insha Allah=Lord Willing).