Transformational indicators of traditional Islam in the context of strengthening national identity

Abstract

The article examines the factors influencing the formation of "national identity" and "spiritual identity". Sometimes the influence of external factors or the ideology of a certain social group contribute to alienation or rejection of one's belonging or identity. The article will examine the facts of alienation using the example of adherents of radical movements. It can also be stated that a harmonious synthesis of "Kazakhstani" and "Kazakh" identities is being formed in the country in a positive way. In addition, in the context of Kazakhstan, the concept of "traditional Islam" is considered within the framework of existing academic definitions. As a factor determining the religious framework of the country, the contribution of confessions, which are the basis for the formation of state policy in the field of religion. Since the only representative of the Islamic religion in the country is the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan, it is very important to consider the activities of the muftiate in terms of ensuring the spiritual and social needs of believers. As international experience shows, the diversity of confessions in many countries leads to disagreement and mistrust of state policy. Therefore, within the framework of the activities of the Spiritual Administration, the article highlights the features of its creative functions, expressing confidence in the state policy and implementing it among its believers. Currently, the revival of national identity is being intensively carried out through the synthesis of traditions and modern trends. In order to clarify this situation, the decisive initiatives and comprehensive activities of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan in the implementation of state policy in the field of religion and meeting the needs of believers are analyzed.

Keywords: national identity, traditional Islam, state policy, pandemic, religious administration, religious expertise