Philosophy

Al-‘Aql
Intelligence, intellect, and reason within Islamic theology and philosophy
al-Muqaddimah
The introduction to Ibn Khaldun's Kitāb al-ʿIbar, exploring human civilization, political associations, and the arts and sciences.
Cosmology in Islam
Cosmology refers to the study of the cosmos, deeply intertwined with the Quranic conception of God as the creator and ruler. It extends to both the physical and nonphysical worlds, contributing to various natural and mathematical sciences in Islam.
Hikmah
Hikmah refers to wisdom in the context of both revealed knowledge from the Quran and general sciences. It encompasses philosophical and practical branches of knowledge.
Humanism and Islam
An exploration into how the principles of Humanism align or conflict with traditional Islamic teachings.
Moses ben Maimon (Maimonides)
Medieval Jewish legal scholar, philosopher, and community leader known for his works on Jewish law and philosophy.
Munāẓarah
A form of public debate in classical Islam characterized by questions and answers, originally theological, later extended to other fields.
Shirazi, Sadr al-Din al-
Iranian philosopher and theologian who merged diverse philosophical and theological traditions to create a new synthesis of Islamic thought.
Wujūd
Learn about the concept of 'Wujūd,' its philosophical implications, and distinctions in Islamic context. Explore how 'Wujūd' is categorized and understood by Islamic theologians and philosophers.
Soroush, Abd al-Karim
Iranian intellectual, political activist, and philosopher known for his critical views on theocracy and advocacy for the separation of religion and religious knowledge.
Hakim
Term indicating a ruler, judge, philosopher, or traditional physician in Islamic contexts
Hunayn ibn Ishaq
Hunayn ibn Ishaq: Nestorian Christian translator and scholar instrumental in the translation of Greek texts into Arabic, significantly contributing to Islamic intellectual history.
Intellect (ʿAql)
Explore the concept of intellect in Islam, known as ʿaql (عقل‎). Understand its various dimensions and significance in Islamic philosophy and theology.
Masudi
Prolific writer and polymath known for his historical-geographical works.
Postmodernism and Islam
Explores the interaction between postmodernist thought and Islamic philosophy, theology, and culture.
Roman and Greeks in Islamic History and Thought
Explore the interactions between Roman and Greek civilizations and Islam, focusing on their historical significance, philosophical contributions, and cultural impact within the Islamic world.

Dictionary of Islam

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