Imam ' Abdullah Haron life , ideas and impact

Abstract

This study focuses upon Imam ' Abdullah Haron, who is an impertant Muslim religious personality in South Africa who had died in detention in 1969 . He made sincere efforts in bringing about social reforms in his community . The Imam emphasised all aspects of reform, including the moral and spiritual reforms in society .

This research demonstrates that he had laid down the foundation of I slamic social reform which present day Muslim organizations followed. It also shows the impact the Imam had on these Muslim organizations .