Epistemic Entanglements

My academic work buttresses on the concept of epistemic entanglements, which I have developed as a theoretical foundation for understanding the evolving nature of Islam in the 21st century. Epistemic entanglements describe the intricate ways in which different knowledge systems interact, influence, and reshape one another through ongoing exchange. This perspective moves beyond simple models of cultural transfer or resistance, instead highlighting the mutual transformation that occurs when traditions and ideas meet. 

In an article which is soon to be published, I will be drawing on the works of Feldtkeller, Rey Chow and Deleuze and Guttari, I highlight how innovation often arises from bidirectional learning and the entanglement of different epistemes. 

In my research, I explore how Muslims engage with Islamic traditions, drawing on them and reinterpreting them within new contexts. Through the lens of epistemic entanglements, I can examine how these processes are not one-directional but involve the blending and reformatting of concepts from various sources. This approach allows for a more nuanced understanding of how Muslim identity and practice are continually reimagined in response to contemporary challenges and opportunities.

By using on epistemic entanglements as a heuristic tool, my work aims to shed light on the complex, interdependent relationships that shape religious knowledge and identity. I am committed to advancing scholarship that recognises the richness of these interactions and the creative potential they hold for both individuals and communities.