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No. 293 | May 202525lyst for broader social and political change within the Muslim community.5. Pure Muhammadan Islam in Imam Khomeini%u2019s Thought:In Imam Khomeini%u2019s thought, %u201cpure Muhammadan Islam%u201d is a specific interpretation of Islam and the authentic and untainted version of the faith. Rooted deeply in the teachings of the Qur%u2019an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad, this interpretation emphasizes core principles such as justice, unwavering commitment to monotheism (Tawhid), the inherent dignity of all humans, and a relentless struggle against all forms of oppression and injustice, both internal and external. %u201cPure Muhammadan Islam,%u201d in Khomeini%u2019s view, is not merely a set of rituals or beliefs, but a comprehensive ideology and a driving force for social transformation. It tries to realize a fair society founded on divine principles and universally recognized human values. It calls upon Muslims worldwide to awaken from their perceived slumber, to recognize the challenges posed by injustice and exploitation, and to actively resist what he termed %u201cglobal arrogance%u201d %u2013 a term often used to describe the perceived dominance and exploitative policies of Western powers and other oppressive forces in the world.6. American Islam: Distortion of Islam in the Service of Arrogance:In stark contrast to the authentic tenets of Islam, %u201cAmerican Islam%u201d represents a distorted and manipulative adaptation of the faith. This perversion caters to the agendas of domineering forces, both within and potentially outside the Muslim community, serving as a convenient instrument for justifying oppression, exploitation, and policies that contradict core Islamic values. It is typical silence, or selective condemnation faced with injustice %u2013 whether economic inequality, political repression, or social marginalization %u2013 effectively legitimizes the actions of the powerful, letting them maintain their control and advance their self-serving interests under the guise of religious legitimacy. This compromised form of Islam often focuses on maintaining the status quo and securing favor with powerful entities over following principles of social justice and speaking truth to power. Imam Khomeini, recognizing the insidious nature of this counterfeit Islam, saw it as a tool used to pacify populations and legitimize unjust rule. He alerted Muslims to its inherent dangers, emphasizing that it undermines the essence of Islamic teachings. His call to action urged a return to the foundational principles and genuine teachings of Islam, free from the corrupting influence of political manipulation and the allure of worldly power. This return requires a critical examination of interpretations and practices that deviate from established Islamic scholarship and ethical principles.The Role of Disavowal of Polytheists in Distinguishing Pure Islam from American Islam:This section would then dig into the idea of