'Islamic Theology Meets Quantum Uncertainty' with Dr. Basil Altaie

What does Islamic theology have to say about quantum mechanics, space-time, and the laws of physics? Can classical Muslim thought offer meaningful contributions to contemporary debates on science, causality, and divine action?

In this thought-provoking session, physicist and philosopher Dr. Basil Altaie presents ideas from his influential book God, Nature and the Cause. Rooted in the rational tradition of kalām—specifically the nuanced, often overlooked discipline of daqīq al-kalām—Altaie offers a bold reinterpretation of classical Islamic theology in light of modern scientific discoveries.

From critiques of determinism and Newtonian physics to reflections on quantum indeterminacy and the principle of divine re-creation, Altaie maps a way forward for Islamic thought that is rigorous, spiritually grounded, and intellectually responsive to the scientific age.

This session is ideal for anyone interested in philosophy, science and religion, theology, or the future of Islamic intellectual tradition. With clarity and depth, Altaie argues for a neo-kalām—a renewed theological approach capable of addressing the deepest questions about the universe, God, and human understanding.

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Dr. Basil Altaie is a scholar of theoretical physics and Emeritus Professor at the University of Leeds. His work offers original insights into causality, cosmology and divine action.

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