{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 127 - Decolonizing Islamic History: From Constantinople to the Mughals (feat. Mustafa Briggs)","description":"In this deep and enlightening conversation, Mustafa Briggs joins us to discuss the rich and often overlooked history of Islam and its profound impact on the modern world. From the contributions of Muslim civilizations to the legacy of figures like Muhammad Iqbal and the Ottomans, we explore how reclaiming these narratives can empower Muslims today. Mustafa also shares insights from his upcoming book, Islam and the Making of the Modern World, and why understanding our past is crucial for shaping our future. \u2705 How Muslim scholars gave Europe "Arabic numerals" (including zero) \u2014 and why it led to binary code (0s and 1s). \u2705 The Ottomans\u2019 secret claim to the Roman Empire \u2014 and why Constantinople\u2019s fall was a spiritual victory. \u2705 Why Muslims today don\u2019t know their own history \u2014 and how colonialism erased Islamic intellectual traditions. \u2705 Muhammad Iqbal\u2019s surprising solution \u2014 why politics won\u2019t revive the Ummah, but spirituality will. \u2705 The truth about the "Moors" \u2014 were they Black? Why Europeans feared (and demonized) them. Purchase Mustafa Briggs New Book 'Islam & The Making of The Modern World': https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Islam-Making-Modern-Mustafa-Briggs\/dp\/B0DVQSS18M\/ \ud83d\udd73\ufe0f About the Podcast Boys In The Cave is an independent platform exploring faith, politics, culture, and the pressing issues confronting the modern Muslim mind. Subscribe to join the conversation! \ud83d\udd14 Like, Share, Comment & Subscribe to stay connected. Subscribe to Boys in the Cave Podcast for more insightful discussions on politics, culture, and community. Don\u2019t forget to like, share, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest episodes! Please email us your comments, feedback, and questions at: boysinthecave@gmail.com, and leave a review and 5-star rating on iTunes! Check out our book club! - https:\/\/www.patreon.com\/boysinthecave\/membership Check out our website \u2013 boysinthecave.com Follow us on: Facebook \u2013https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/boysinthecave\/ Instagram \u2013 @boysinthecave Twitter \u2013 @boysinthecave Become a Patreon today! https:\/\/www.patreon.com\/boysinthecave Timestamp: 00:10 Mustafa's trip to Pakistan & Islamic history 01:29 Connections between Uzbekistan & Mughal Empire 04:34 Influence of Arabic\/Persian on Indian languages 05:29 Mustafa's new book: Islam and the Making of the Modern World 08:06 Chapters on Roman Empire, Western science, colonization 09:31 The Moors & their legacy 10:52 Muhammad Iqbal's spiritual & political influence 16:49 Iqbal's mastery of Eastern & Western philosophy 23:19 Fibonacci & Arabic numerals' impact on modern tech 27:31 Liberal arts vs modern education systems 36:03 Concept of Ihsan (excellence) in Islamic tradition 42:24 Roman Empire's connection to Islamic history 47:57 Ottomans as successors of Rome 52:52 Hagia Sophia's qibla alignment & divine destiny 58:02 Ottomans & Europe's complex relationship 01:02:24 Legacy of Zayd ibn Harithah (RA) 01:13:47 Moors: Misconceptions & racialization 01:23:52 Colonial narratives vs African scholarship 01:29:01 Hidden Muslim history in Australia 01:34:20 Closing thoughts on reclaiming Islamic legacy ","author_name":"Boys In The Cave","author_url":"https:\/\/boysinthecave.com\/","html":"