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Islamic Philosophy

Exploring and defining the relationship between religion and knowledge, Ismail Rafi Al-Faruqi, a distinguished 20th century Arab-American scholar of Islam, formulated ideas which have made substantial contributions to the Islam-and-modernity discourse. This book focuses on Ismail al Faruqi.

An Anthology of Philosophy in Persia v 2 Ismaili Thought in the Classical Age Cover

The tradition of philosophy in the Persian-speaking world is rich, creative and diverse. Extending over a period of more than two millennia, and showcasing translations by scholars, this anthology offers bibliographical references throughout.

An Anthology of Philosophyin Persia v 1 From Zoroaster to Omar Khayyam Cover

The tradition of philosophy in the Persian-speaking world is rich, creative and diverse. Extending over a period of more than two millennia, and showcasing translations by scholars, this anthology offers bibliographical references throughout.

AlGhazali and the Ismailis A Debate on Reason and Authority in Medieval Islam Cover

Al-Ghazali is arguably one of the most influential thinkers in the history of Islam and his writings have received scholarly attention. This study explores his polemical engagement with the Ismailis of the Fatimid and early Alamut periods.

Struggling with the Philosopher A Refutation of Avicennas Metaphysics Cover

Modern scholarship has revealed that Muhammed b.'abd al-Karim al-Shahrastani, the Ash'arite theologian of the 12th century, was greatly influenced by Ismaili teachings. In this work al-Shahrastani refutes the metaphysics of Ibn Sina (Avicenna) from an Ismaili point of view.

Beauty and Islam Aesthetics in Islamic Art and Architecture Cover

This volume of five essays explores aspects of aesthetics in classical Islamic thought in the light of contemporary theories, offering new perspectives on Islamic art and architecture with examples ranging from the Qur'an and the Alhambra to the works of present-day artists and philosophers.

Intellectual Traditions in Islam Cover

Explores the pivotal role of the intellect in the legal, theological, philosophical and mystical traditions of Islam and its continuing relevance in the efforts of the contemporary Muslim world to address the challenges of modernity.