Yusuf al-Qaradawi

Islamic theologian and author

Yusuf al-Qaradawi - Islamic theologian and author
Born

September 9th, 1926
99 years ago

Died

2022
3 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Egypt

Links & References

An influential Islamic theologian and author, this individual contributed significantly to contemporary Islamic thought. Born in Egypt, focused on issues of reform and modernization within Islam. Played a prominent role in the establishment of the International Union of Muslim Scholars. Engaged in discussing a wide variety of religious, political, and social topics through various media outlets. Published numerous books on Islamic jurisprudence and has been an advocate for the application of Sharia in modern contexts.

Authored 'The Lawful and the Prohibited in Islam'

Played a key role in the International Union of Muslim Scholars

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