Society And Social Relations In The Thought Of Malek Bennabi

Abstract

Abstract: This research paper explores Malek Bennabi’s views on society and social relations, focusing on his work “Birth of a society” within his intellectual project, “The Question of Civilization” relying on the qualitative analytical approach. Bennabi addresses challenges in Islamic societies, advocating for dynamic transformation to combat stagnation. Bennabi examines the roles of religion, economics, psychology, education, and culture in societal change and critiques colonialism’s impact on social relations. The paper at hand aims to clarify Bennabi’s foundational principles for societal construction, highlighting the importance of social relation.