"Elements of a critical mind" A lecture by Thai imams and preachers at the Al-Azhar Alumni Organization via video conference

The course: “Refuting Extremist Ideology”, held by the International Organization of Al-Azhar Graduates, for imams and preachers of Thailand, via video conference technology, in cooperation with the Al-Azhar International Academy for Training Imams and Preachers, continued its work, with a lecture by Professor Dr. Saber Ahmed Taha, Dean of the Faculty of Da’wah. The first Islamic book, under the title: "Constituents of the mind." The critic.

During which he said that critical thinking is the process of analyzing and evaluating information independently, to determine its integrity and accuracy, with the ability to differentiate between what is realistic and what is unrealistic.

Adding that critical thinking focuses on problems and examines how to deal with them effectively, as the individual tests potential solutions to the problems presented to him, so critical thinking includes dealing with complex problems and developing clear solutions. For her.

He pointed out that the Holy Qur’an emphasized the lack of imitation, and the necessity of research through experience, contemplation, and consideration of the visible universe and the written book, as our master Abraham, peace be upon him, did when he said: “My Lord, show me how you will live.” The dead.”

It was made clear that the Sunnah of the Prophet also focused on shaping the mind, so we find the Prophet, peace and blessings of God be upon him, forbidding the transmission of speech without being authenticated from it, and this is what is called among us. With rumours, he, peace and blessings of God be upon him, said: “It is enough sin for a man to narrate everything he hears.”

Dr. pointed out. Saber, that the Messenger, peace and blessings of God be upon him, used the method of brainstorming in his speech, when he said: “Among the trees is a tree whose leaves do not fall, and it is like a Muslim.” The Prophet, peace and blessings of God be upon him, also used the method of encouraging skills with his companions. When he heard Abu Musa Al-Ash’ari reciting, he said: “ You have been given a flute from the flutes of the family of David.”

At the conclusion of the lecture, Dr. Saber Ahmed presented a number of topics for discussion. I received a response from the trainees.