Mustafa Abu Sway
Defender of Al-Aqsa and scholar
Date of Birth:
1958
Amman, Jordan
Place of Birth:
Why Featured?
Pioneered the integration of Islamic scholarship with Palestinian activism.
Brief bio
Mustafa Abu Sway is a distinguished Palestinian Islamic scholar and academic known for his significant contributions to Islamic studies and his active defense of Palestinian rights, particularly regarding the Al-Aqsa Mosque. As the first holder of the Integral Chair for the Study of Imam Al-Ghazali's Work at Al-Masjid Al-Aqsa and Al-Quds University, Abu Sway has blended scholarly rigor with advocacy, focusing on the preservation of Islamic heritage and Palestinian identity.
Major Milestones
Contributions
1984: Earned his BA from Bethlehem University, marking the beginning of his academic journey.
1993: Completed his Ph.D. in Philosophy at Boston College, specializing in Islamic epistemology, which laid the foundation for his later scholarly work.
1996: Joined Al-Quds University in Jerusalem as a Professor of Philosophy and Islamic Studies, beginning his long-term influence on Palestinian education.
2012: Appointed as the first holder of the Integral Chair for the Study of Imam Al-Ghazali's Work at Al-Aqsa Mosque and Al-Quds University, a position funded by the King Abdullah II Endowment.
2014-2020: Served as Dean of the College of Da`wah and Usul Al-Din and College of the Qur'an and Islamic Studies at Al-Quds University, furthering his impact on Islamic scholarship in Palestine.
Preservation of Al-Aqsa Mosque: Abu Sway's role in the Hashemite Fund for the Restoration of Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock underscores his commitment to protecting one of Islam's holiest sites, vital for Palestinian cultural and religious identity.
Advocacy for Palestinian Rights: Through his lectures and writings, Abu Sway has consistently highlighted the importance of Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa in the Palestinian cause, urging global support for their protection.
Islamic Scholarship on Palestine: He has contributed significantly to the scholarly understanding of Islam's role in the Palestinian identity, particularly through his work on Imam Al-Ghazali, which has helped to contextualize Palestinian struggles within broader Islamic thought...See More
Educational Influence: As a professor and dean at Al-Quds University, Abu Sway has educated generations of students on Islamic philosophy and Palestinian rights, ensuring that the intellectual defense of Palestine continues through academic channels.
Interfaith Dialogue: Despite the focus on Palestine, Abu Sway has also been active in interfaith dialogue, promoting understanding and cooperation between different religious communities while advocating for Palestinian justice.
Date of Last Update:
October 17, 2024
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