It is in the nature of Islamic thought that as new challenges develop, it tends to re-orient itself through interpreting the data of history and nature in the light of eternal truths of its religion. In modern times the most formidable example, that testifies the fact, is Iqbal, who through his poetic experience developed a perception of history and thought, which is unique and immensely relevant.

'The Reconstruction of Religious Thought in Islam' is the collection of his lectures and it is generally regarded as the great synthesis that emerged in the mature years of the poet-philosopher. This document is becoming increasingly important in the network of Iqbal's thought.