Visit Utica Masjid: https://www.youtube.com/@UTICAMASJIDSupport Blogging Theology on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BloggingtheologyMy Paypal Link: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bloggingtheology?locale.x=en_GB00:00 ? Imam Tom discusses the book "The Impossible State" by Wael B. Hallaq and its relevance to modern society.02:12 ?️ Modern nation-states aim to produce obedient and productive citizens through various institutions.11:26 ? The ideal modern citizen is characterized by submission to the state's ruling order and productivity.15:38 ? State education shapes modern subjects, emphasizing productivity and conformity.21:08 ? The state promotes specific values, affecting women's roles and self-perception.28:27 ? The family's role has shifted from a moral collective to a unit of production influenced by the nation-state.30:16 ? The state assumes the role of the father in the family, deciding children's education, often at odds with traditional values.33:04 ? Nationalism displaces other identities and becomes the primary identity in modern nation-states.37:26 ? Materialistic views in modern nation-states can lead to secularization.44:10 ⚖️ Islamic subjectivity differs from modern nation-states in legislation, historical experience, and education.49:13 ? Sharia unifies legality and morality.01:10:06 ? Decentralized and independent education is crucial in Islamic governance.01:21:17 ? Islam's economy safeguards Deen (religion), life, intellect, family, and wealth.01:25:17 ?️ Instrumentally using the nation-state is problematic; it's imbued with Western Enlightenment values.01:29:24 ? The nation-state assumes an anthropocentric perspective of sovereignty, contrary to Islamic theology.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blogging-theology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy