Islamic Philosophy
A Beginner's Guide
Oneworld Publications · Print & ebook · March 1, 2009
A comprehensive examination of the struggle to reconcile philosophy and Islam.
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- Who it’s for
- Beginners seeking an introduction to Islamic philosophy
- Themes
- Reconciling philosophy and Islam, The development of Islamic thought, Theology, mysticism, and Sufism
- Genres
- Religion & Philosophy, Islam - General, Medieval Philosophy
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A comprehensive examination of the struggle to reconcile philosophy and Islam. From the introduction of Greek Philosophy into the Muslim world in the eighth century, right through to modern times, Majid Fakhry charts the evolution and interaction of philosophy, theology, and mysticism in the Islamic context.
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Highlighting key individuals, movements, concepts and writings, Fakhry also explores the conflicts and controversies between anti- and pro-philosophical parties that have characterised the development of Islamic thought. The book also features coverage of: the translation of ancient texts and their transmission to the Muslim world; the development of a systematic philosophy in Islam; theology, mysticism and the development of Sufism; Islam's interaction with western philosophy and theology; contemporary trends.
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| Religion & Philosophy | 73% |
|---|---|
| Islam - General | 31% |
| Medieval Philosophy | 26% |
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Publisher categories
- Medieval Philosophy
- Islamic Theology
- Authors
- Majid Fakhry
- Publisher
- Oneworld Publications
- Published
- March 1, 2009
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Reconciling philosophy and Islam · The development of Islamic thought · Theology, mysticism, and Sufism
- Reading lane
- Medieval Philosophy