Adab International Network- AIN

14/06/2026

Who are the ‘Ulama’? What is their true role in preserving and transmitting knowledge?

In an age where the meaning of scholarship is often misunderstood, it is crucial to revisit the authentic understanding of the ‘Ulama’ as the inheritors of the Prophets.

Join Dr. Siti Nur ‘Alaniah Abdul Wahid as she shares insights from her co-authored paper, “On Some Misconceptions Concerning the Meaning and Nature of the Ulama.”

📅 14 June 2026
🕘 9:00 PM (SGT)
🔗 Register now: tinyurl.com/ain-june26

Organized by Adab International Network (AIN)
Supported by The Ma'na Initiative

10/06/2026

Join us on our 6th and final session of the AIN Online Lecture Series as Dr. Siti Nur ‘Alaniah Abdul Wahid explores “On Definition and Right Order.”

🗓️ Date: 14 June 2026
⏰ Time: 9pm SGT
💻 Format: Online via Zoom

🔗 Sign up now: https://tinyurl.com/ain-june26

This bilingual series (Malay/English) brings together distinguished scholars to illuminate fundamental matters of life, including science, economics, activism, education, and Islamic creed.

10/06/2026

The confusion of knowledge begins when we no longer understand the meaning of things.

What is knowledge? What is the meaning? Who has the authority to correct confusion when meanings become distorted?

Drawing upon the thought of Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas, this reflection from SNL 17th (Session 4) explores these fundamental questions and their significance for contemporary society.

📖 Written in Bahasa Melayu.

Tantangan kerosakan ilmu menjadi perhatian utama dalam sesi sebelumnya. Persoalan selanjutnya yang mesti kita terokai adalah apa yang dimaksud dengan ilmu? Apakah Islam memiliki takrif ilmu sendiri? Perkara-perkara inilah yang akan dibahas Prof. Wan dalam sesi kali ini. Takrif Ilmu menurut al-Attas....

10/06/2026

What if the real crisis in the Muslim ummah is not a political, economic, or technological, but intellectual?

In this reflection from the 17th SNL (Session 3), Prof. Wan revisits Prof. Al-Attas's insightful diagnosis of contemporary Muslim society: the crisis of knowledge, the loss of adab, and the rise of false leaders.

Read, reflect, and rethink the roots of our contemporary challenges.

📖 Written in Bahasa Melayu.

Kekalahan dan kemunduran yang dialami umat Islam di pelbagai bidang sejak abad ke-13 hingga era kolonialisme, mendorong ramai tokoh Muslim memikirkan jalan terbaik mengatasi cabaran ini. Ragam usaha telah dilaksanakan untuk mengejar ketertinggalan dari peradaban Barat. Tetapi, meskipun telah puluhan...

05/06/2026

Join us on our 6th and final session of the AIN Online Lecture Series as Dr. Siti Nur ‘Alaniah Abdul Wahid explores “On Definition and Right Order.”

🗓️ Date: 14 June 2026
⏰ Time: 9pm SGT
💻 Format: Online via Zoom

🔗 Sign up now: https://tinyurl.com/ain-june26

This bilingual series (Malay/English) brings together distinguished scholars to illuminate fundamental matters of life, including science, economics, activism, education, and Islamic creed.

05/05/2026

In an age where truth is increasingly blurred, returning to metaphysics is no longer optional, it is essential.

This short reflection explores how Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas understands the worldview of Islam as ru’yat al-Islam li al-wujūd—reminding us that our worldview shapes how we think and act.

May it benefit those seeking clarity beyond the surface. Happy reading!

Pada sesi sebelumnya (4 April 2026), Prof. Wan telah mengenalkan kembali sosok Syed Muhammad Naquib Al-Attas, serta menunjukkan pelbagai penghormatan para sarjana dunia kepada beliau melalui penterjemahan dan diskusi terhadap karya dan pemikirannya yang hingga saat ini masih dilakukan. Dalam sesi ya...

28/04/2026

17/04/2026

What does it mean to carry on a legacy of knowledge after the passing of a great scholar?

This piece reflects on the first session of RZS-CASIS Saturday Night Lecture 17th Series—exploring the intellectual legacy of Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas, the challenges of our time, and the responsibility of students today.

Written in Malay (Bahasa Melayu)—for those who appreciate depth in our own intellectual language.

Take your time. Read, reflect, and share.

RZS-CASIS Saturday Night Lecture merupakan program ilmiah yang mewarisi tradisi kuliah istimewa yang pernah dianjurkan oleh International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation (ISTAC) pada tahun 1992 hingga 2002. Siri kuliah ini pada asalnya disampaikan oleh Profesor Diraja Terpuji Syed Muha...

08/04/2026

Introducing our 5th session of the AIN Online Lecture Series as Assoc. Prof. Dr. Khalif Muammar explores "Faham Keadilan & Hakikat Insan Menurut Prof. Diraja Terpuji SMN al-Attas". Please note that this lecture will be conducted in Bahasa Melayu.

🗓️ Date: 19 April 2026
⏰ Time: 9pm SGT
💻 Format: Online via Zoom

🔗 Sign up now: https://tinyurl.com/ain-apr26

This bilingual series (Malay/English) brings together distinguished scholars to illuminate fundamental matters of life, including science, economics, activism, education, and Islamic creed.

📖 Stay tuned for more enlightening talks from our esteemed scholars!