What is the explanation for the phenomenon of extremism in religion?
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Excessiveness, extremism, and rigidity in religion, as well as negligence, leniency, moral decay, and dissolution—both stem from ignorance of the . The methodology of Islam is moderation, and what is required of Muslims is uprightness without extremism or negligence. For a comprehensive explanation of the phenomenon of extremism regarding its causes, effects, and cure, one can refer to Dr. Abd al-Rahman ibn Mu'alla al-Luwayhiq's books: "Religious Extremism in Contemporary Muslim Life" and "The Problem of Religious Extremism in the Modern Era: Causes, Effects, Cure."
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