The Islamization of Knowledge Yesterday and Today By Taha Jabir Fayyad Alwani (Occasional Paper Series 8)
ISBN: 9781565640580
Author: Taha Jabir Fayyad Alwani
Book Binding: Softcover
Pages: 50
Size: 5.8 x 8.3 inches
Publication Year: 1995
Description
About This Book:
Taha Jabir Fayyad Alwani's "The Islamization of Knowledge: Yesterday and Today" is a thought-provoking and enlightening work that digs into the intricate relationship between knowledge, Islamic ideology, and current culture. This Occasional Paper Series 8 book provides a complete explanation of the notion of Islamization of knowledge and its importance in both historical and present situations.
Untangling the Idea:
Taha Jabir Fayyad Alwani leads readers on a trip to understand the concept of Islamization of knowledge. He investigates how Islamic thought may enlighten and improve diverse domains of knowledge in order to create a more thorough view of the universe.
Historical Significance:
The book provides a historical viewpoint, documenting the evolution of Islamic philosophy and its influence on various disciplines of knowledge throughout history. It emphasizes Muslim intellectuals' substantial contributions to numerous academic subjects.
Contemporary Relevance:
While examining the historical dimension, the book also underlines the modern relevance of the Islamization of knowledge. It exemplifies how Islamic ideas may still inform and inspire intellectual and scientific endeavors in the present period.
Interdisciplinary Investigation:
The study is an interdisciplinary investigation of the junction of Islamic philosophy and knowledge. It demonstrates how Islamic concepts may complement and strengthen a wide range of academic and scientific subjects.
A Vision for the Future:
"The Islamization of Knowledge" is more than just a look back; it's also a look forward. It invites scholars and thinkers to investigate how Islamic thought might contribute to the development of a more holistic and balanced approach to knowledge.
