Digital technologies are increasing the diversity of religious beliefs and practices in the Islamic world. The majority of Muslims are young people who actively use the internet, which is leading to changes in religious norms and traditions. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing The Economist.
According to the publication, a significant portion of the global Muslim community consists of young people under 30. They have grown up in a digital environment and receive religious information through social media and online platforms. This may weaken the influence of traditional religious authorities.
Experts believe that diverse religious content on the internet allows Muslims to interpret their faith individually and experiment. As a result, the spectrum of beliefs and practices within Islam is expanding and becoming increasingly heterogeneous.
However, there are concerns that this trend could threaten religious unity. Some religious leaders fear that uncontrolled information in the digital space will undermine traditional teachings. Nevertheless, online religious practices are widespread among young people.
The Economist assesses this phenomenon as a significant change in the Islamic world, leading to the individualization of faith and growing pluralism.