10 Questions
What is the first critique of Islam mentioned in the passage, which is attributed to Muhammad's status?
Muhammad's infallible status and literalist readings of the Qur’an, particularly those parts that were revealed in Medina.
According to the passage, what is the focus of investment in Islamic societies, and what is the consequence of this focus?
The investment is in life after death, instead of life before death; this leads to a neglect of life in the present.
What is Sharia, and how is it derived?
Sharia is the body of legislation derived through Islamic jurisprudence from the Qur’an and hadith literature.
What is the practice that empowers individuals to enforce Islamic law, and what are its implications?
The practice is commanding right and forbidding wrong, and it allows individuals to take the law into their own hands.
What is the imperative to wage jihad, and what is the concern about its implementation?
The imperative to wage jihad is holy war, and the concern is that it is often exploited and carelessly interpreted, leading to dangerous consequences.
Who is the author of the book 'Heretic: Why Islam Needs a Reformation Now', and what is their profession?
Ayaan Hirsi Ali, and she is a senior fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School.
What is scriptural de-contextualization, and how is it related to Islamic literalism?
Scriptural de-contextualization is the practice of reading scriptures without considering their historical context, and it is closely related to Islamic literalism.
What are some of the real problems plaguing Muslim societies, according to the passage?
Apostasy, widespread literalism, and limitations on freedom of speech.
What is the proposed solution to the problems plaguing Muslim societies, and why is it considered unfeasible?
The proposed solution is the removal of the five pillars of Islam, but it is considered unfeasible because these elements are fundamental to Islamic structure and practice.
What is the concern about the fifth principle of jihad, and how is it often exploited?
The concern is that the fifth principle of jihad is very dangerously and carelessly exploited, pulled away from its theological roots, applications, and implications.
This quiz explores the contrasting perspectives on Islam and atheism, including the views of notable authors and thinkers. It delves into the concepts of jihad, reform, and secularization, offering a nuanced understanding of these complex topics.
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