Event Description
Building on the intellectual momentum generated by its inaugural gathering, the 1st International Conference on Syed Maududi’s Thought: Dynamics & Impact, organized by the Institute of Discourse Perspectives (IDP), emerges as a crucial platform for critical engagement and scholarly interrogation. Taking place on the 15th and 16th of October 2022 in Lahore, this conference seeks to excavate and re-contextualize the multifaceted intellectual legacy of Syed Abul A‘la Maududi—an architect of modern Islamic revivalism whose thought continues to stir debates across theological, political, and academic terrains.
Event Content
In an era where ideological flux defines much of the global discourse, the conference will explore themes ranging from Quranic hermeneutics and rationalism to Maududi’s nuanced engagements with Capitalism, Communism, and Marxism. This event promises to dissect his contributions with analytical precision and global relevance. Conducted in English, Urdu, and Arabic, and accessible both physically and virtually, the conference stands as a testament to the enduring urgency of re-examining ideological paradigms in light of contemporary challenges.