What is intellectual invasion, how did it appear, and how do we confront it?

Intellectual invasion is an assault by enemies on a nation to destroy its internal and moral strengths. It differs from military invasion in that it aims to liquidate minds and understandings to make them subservient to the invader. The term emerged in the 20th century, but intellectual invasion has existed since ancient times. The enemies of Muslims realized that military invasion provokes resistance, so they resorted to invading minds. Orientalists and many secularists took charge of this invasion.

Its objectives include: Casting doubt on Islamic sources. Distorting Islamic beliefs, laws, and symbols. Combating the Arabic language. Stirring up nationalist and ethnic prejudices. Spreading division and destructive doctrines. Drowning the nation in desires. Spreading doubts about everything related to Islam. Focusing on liberating women from their religion, modesty, and ethics.

Its means include: Educational curricula. Visual and audio media. Press and print media. The internet.

Countering it involves: 1. Clarifying its danger. 2. Using the same means to educate the nation within legitimate bounds. 3. Educating the nation and returning it to its religion. 4. Dispelling misconceptions.

The safety valve is to call Muslims and educate them on the rulings and manners of their religion.