Research Article

Navigating the Fundamentalism/ “Usulia” Nexus: Contextualization and Acceptance

Authors

  • Hicham Diouane Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah University, Fes, Morocco
  • Fatima Amrani Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah University, Fes, Morocco

Abstract

This article undertakes an examination of the contentious issue surrounding the translation of "fundamentalism" to "Usulia," with a specific focus on the divergent perceptions of this concept among both Muslims and non-Muslims. Through historical exploration and conceptual analysis, the study aims to illuminate the various perspectives regarding the usage of "Fundamentalism/Usulia" within an Islamic context. Drawing from an analysis of pertinent literature and scholarly discourse, it becomes apparent that despite attempts to incorporate fundamentalist ideologies into the “Usulia” framework, most Islamists vehemently reject this translation, perceiving it as perpetuating a negative Western stereotype. The article delves into the theological, social, and political factors that underpin these differing stances, along with their implications for Islamic movements. By providing insights into this ongoing debate, the research contributes to a deeper comprehension of the internal diversity within Islamic thought and the intricate relationship between fundamentalism as a Western concept and “Usulia” in contemporary Islamic discourse.

Article information

Journal

International Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Translation

Volume (Issue)

6 (10)

Pages

141-149

Published

2023-10-24

How to Cite

Diouane, H., & Amrani, F. (2023). Navigating the Fundamentalism/ “Usulia” Nexus: Contextualization and Acceptance. International Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Translation, 6(10), 141–149. https://doi.org/10.32996/ijllt.2023.6.10.17

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Keywords:

Fundamentalism, “Usulia”, Islamism, Wahhabism, Salafism, Political Islam