A Long Jihad
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In this memoir, Dr Muhammad Abdul Bari asks us to look beyond the extremism and violence that all too often defines the Muslim community toward those, like himself, navigating a middle-way life. A path defined in Islam as the 'natural way', far away from the cliff of radicalisation that causes some to harm themselves and others. Through his personal journey as an Air Force officer in Bangladesh to the leader of the Muslim Council of Britain and beyond, Muhammad's reassuring reflections come to light: the importance of community engagement, civic responsibility, and what it means to live a good life. In articulating his positions Muhammad Abdul Bari offers Muslims, and everybody else, guidance on going forward as engaged, confident individuals, down a path that rejects radical views and seeks to stay in the centre, living a life of moderation that is, as the Qur'an says, 'justly balanced'.
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'Quite unlike some high profile UK Muslims to date ... Dr Bari carries the weight of the community with him ... He is not afraid to challenge the elders or the angry voices of young people. His words and advice in this book will be an uncomfortable challenge for all who wish to stay in their comfort zones and blame others for their plight.'
- Neil Jameson CBE, Executive Director of Citizens UK
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He advised me to work it out and left me with a positive comment: 'Don't worry, there'll be a way out, inshallah (God willing).'
My mind was buzzing, how could I avail this opportunity? But first I realized that I needed a PhD enrolment from a British university, and so I informed Aziz Bhai of the news and requested his continued help. I also consulted Mostafa and a few close friends on what to do next. We were all junior officers, and we came up with a plan that I ought to talk with the head of the Armament Branch. As I was setting this plan in motion, another surprise was waiting for me: I received an official memo from Air HQ that I was selected to attend a six-week British Army course at Chattenden in Kent, England, which would start in a few weeks. I agreed to attend the course in England and asked the KFF if they could place a hold on my scholarship offer.
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