The First Fundamentalist (Part 1)

On this week’s episode of Conflicted, we begin a multi episode
exploration into the historical figures who function as antecedents
to the modern jihadi movement, beginning with two episodes on one
of its earliest examples: Ahmad Bin Hanbal. When Islamic
fundamentalists today look back in history, one of the earliest
figures they will mention for inspiration is the 7th/8th century
scholar, Ahmad Bin Hanbal. His writings, hadith collecting and
ascetic life are used as an example for many in the modern salafi
jihadist movement. Join Thomas and Aimen for part one to explore
his early life filled with drama, determination and defiance, as we
take you on a rollercoaster ride through Byzantine border wars,
fights with Caliphs and more, to see why he is so significant for
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