Islam, Muslims, and Modern Technology

In this interview, Professor Seyyed Hossein Nasr highlights the impact of modern technologies on human habitats and ecosystems. The destruction of environment by modern technology is seen as one of the most serious threats faced by humanity. Modern technologies have also replaced traditional methods of making objects of daily  use.  This  replacement  has  serious  consequences  for  the  spiritual  health  of humanity. In discussing the impact of modern technology on the Muslim world, suggestions are made to  preserve  various  aspects  of  Islamic  civilization.
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Keywords: Modern technology and its impact; Muslim world and modern technology; aspects of Islamic civilization; role of machine-made objects in the destruction of natural balances; traditional crafts and their spiritual significance; Islamic urban design; modern technology and Islamic civilization.

Journal of Islam & Science, Vol. 3 (Winter 2005) No. 2​

Seyyed Hossein Nasr

Seyyed Hossein Nasr is the University Professor of Islamic studies at The George Washington University, Washington DC and President of the Foundation for Traditional Studies.