A controversial new book argues that Islam needs to undergo significant changes in five key areas to ensure its future. The book suggests that Islam should accept historical criticism, which has been previously shunned due to the belief that the Koran is the literal word of God. It also proposes that Islam should embrace the idea of supremacy of man-made laws over religious laws, a notion that is currently considered blasphemous.
The book further advocates for the rejection of the right to kill apostates, the end of the practice of forcing the faith on others, and the abolishment of the concept of ‘holy war’. The author argues that these changes are crucial for the religion to align with modern values and to ensure its survival in the future.
Critics of the book argue that these proposed changes are too radical and would fundamentally alter the religion. They claim that Islam can adapt to modern times without such drastic changes. The book has sparked a heated debate about the future of Islam and the role of religion in modern society.
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