Book Review: Faith, Authority, and the Malays: The Ulama in Contemporary Singapore

It is widely known that ulama or religious scholars have played a significant role in modern society. Some might define them as being custodians of authoritative dogma, reproducers of an authoritative legacy, and interpreters of authoritative law. According to the Quran (Surah Fatir 35:28) and its interpretation from the book, Mahasin Al-Ta’wil, the ulama can be regarded as the moral conscience of the society that transcends politics.

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