Averroes The Philosopher Of Two Truths

Author : Ahmed J. Ben Sala
Publisher : tredition
Page : 95 pages
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Release : 2024-03-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783384184191

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Averroes: The Philosopher of Two Truths by Ahmed J. Ben Sala Pdf

In "Averroes: The Philosopher of Two Truths," Dr. Ahmed J. Ben Sala embarks on a riveting exploration of the life and legacy of one of history's most profound thinkers. This insightful volume delves deep into Averroes' groundbreaking attempts to reconcile the realms of faith and reason, casting light on his enduring influence across both the Islamic and Western intellectual traditions. Averroes, also known as Ibn Rushd, emerged from the vibrant culture of 12th-century Al-Andalus, where his philosophical endeavors flourished amidst the golden age of Islamic scholarship. Yet, his impact was not confined to the Islamic world alone; his meticulous commentaries on Aristotle reinvigorated European thought, paving the way for the Renaissance and shaping the trajectory of modern philosophy. Dr. Ben Sala guides readers through Averroes' intellectual journey, highlighting his bold assertion that religion and philosophy, rather than being opposing forces, are complementary pathways to understanding the truth. Averroes' conviction that the pursuit of knowledge underpins both the divine and the rational offers a timeless message for bridging cultural and ideological divides. "Averroes: The Philosopher of Two Truths" is more than just a biography; it is a testament to the power of ideas to transcend centuries and civilizations. Dr. Ben Sala's engaging narrative not only honors Averroes' monumental contributions but also invites us to reflect on the role of intellectual courage in fostering a more enlightened and cohesive world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of philosophy, religion, and history, providing a compelling case for the relevance of Averroes' teachings in today's globalized society.

Author : Ahmed J Ben Sala
Publisher : Tredition Gmbh
Page : 0 pages
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Release : 2024-03-25
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 3384184181

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Averroes by Ahmed J Ben Sala Pdf

In "Averroes: The Philosopher of Two Truths," Dr. Ahmed J. Ben Sala embarks on a riveting exploration of the life and legacy of one of history's most profound thinkers. This insightful volume delves deep into Averroes' groundbreaking attempts to reconcile the realms of faith and reason, casting light on his enduring influence across both the Islamic and Western intellectual traditions. Averroes, also known as Ibn Rushd, emerged from the vibrant culture of 12th-century Al-Andalus, where his philosophical endeavors flourished amidst the golden age of Islamic scholarship. Yet, his impact was not confined to the Islamic world alone; his meticulous commentaries on Aristotle reinvigorated European thought, paving the way for the Renaissance and shaping the trajectory of modern philosophy. Dr. Ben Sala guides readers through Averroes' intellectual journey, highlighting his bold assertion that religion and philosophy, rather than being opposing forces, are complementary pathways to understanding the truth. Averroes' conviction that the pursuit of knowledge underpins both the divine and the rational offers a timeless message for bridging cultural and ideological divides. "Averroes: The Philosopher of Two Truths" is more than just a biography; it is a testament to the power of ideas to transcend centuries and civilizations. Dr. Ben Sala's engaging narrative not only honors Averroes' monumental contributions but also invites us to reflect on the role of intellectual courage in fostering a more enlightened and cohesive world. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of philosophy, religion, and history, providing a compelling case for the relevance of Averroes' teachings in today's globalized society.

Author : Levi ben Gershom
Publisher : Jewish Publication Society
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Jewish philosophy
ISBN : 9780827602205

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The Wars of the Lord: Book one, Immortality of the soul by Levi ben Gershom Pdf

Author : Averroës
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1463206380

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Averroes, the Decisive Treatise by Averroës Pdf

The Decisive Treatise is perhaps the most controversial work of Averroes (Ibn Rushd, 1126-1198) and belongs to a trilogy which boldly represent the philosophical contribution to Islamic theology of this famous Andalusian commentator on Aristotle. The Decisive Treatise is a fatwa (a legal opinion) that the judge, Averroes, promulgated for his fellow Malikite jurists in order to demonstrate that the study of philosophy is not only licit from the point of view of religious law, but even mandatory for the skilled people. However, many subjects are dealt with in this comparatively short book: An epistemology aimed to show that philosophical truth and religious truth are not in contradiction; a sociology of knowledge pointing out that humans are classified in three classes (philosophers, theologians, common folk); a Qur'anic hermeneutics suggesting how to approach philosophically the Holy Book in agreement with religious requirements and linguistic rules.

Author : Jiri Becka
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2018-12-07
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781135655679

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Dictionary of Oriental Literatures 3 by Jiri Becka Pdf

The Dictionary of Oriental Literatures fills a long-felt gap in Western literature by presenting a concise summary, in three volumes and about 2000 articles, of practically all the literatures of Asia and North Africa. The first volume describes the Chinese, Tibetan, Japanese, Korean and Mongolian literatures; the second covers the area of South and South-East Asia, comprising, besides all literatures of India and Pakistan, those of Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines; and the third is devoted to the numerous literatures of West Asia and North Africa. including on the one hand the literatures of the ancient Near East and Egypt, and on the other hand those of Central Asia and the Caucasus, of Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan and of the various Arab countries including Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria. The majority of entries give information about the life and work of the individual writers and poets of the classical, medieval and modern periods of the literatures included and also attempt to evaluate their writings from the historical and aesthetic point of view. The remaining articles describe literary terms, genres, forms, schools, movements etc. The Dictionary has been prepared by the Oriental Institute in Prague under the supervision of a Advisory Editorial Board of European and American scholars of international reputation and is unique in that it is the fruit of the collaboration of over 150 orientalists from many parts of the world. Contents include: Volume I East Asia: The Far East, including Chinese, Tibetan, Japanese, Korean and Mongolian literatures. Volume II South and South-East Asia: Ancient Indian, Assamese, Baluchi, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Indian literature in English, Indo-Persian, Kannada, Kashmiri, Maithili, Malayalam, Marathi, Oriya, Panjabi, Pashto, Rajasthani, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu, Sinhalese, Nepali, Burmese, Thai, Cambodian, Malay and Indonesian, Javanese, Vietnamese and Philippines literatures. Volume III West Asia and North Africa: The Near East and Egypt, Central Asia and the Caucasus, Turkish, Persian, Afghan, Kurd and Arabic literatures, covering all the Arab states from Iraq in the East to Algeria in the West.

Author : Avital Wohlman
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2009-12-04
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781135224448

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Al-Ghazali, Averroes and the Interpretation of the Qur'an by Avital Wohlman Pdf

This book examines the contrasting interpretations of Islam and the Qur’an by Averroes and Al-Ghazali, as a way of helping us untangle current impasses affecting each Abrahamic faith. This has traditionally been portrayed as a battle between philosophy and theology, but the book shows that Averroes was rather more religious and Al-Ghazali more philosophical than they are usually portrayed. The book traces the interaction between two Muslim thinkers, showing how each is convinced of the existence of a Book in which God is revealed to rational beings, to whom He has given commandments, as well as of the excellence of Islamic society. Yet they differ regarding the proper way to interpret the sacred Book. From this point of view, their discussion does not address the contrast between philosophy and religion, or that between reason and revelation that is so characteristic of the Middle Ages, but rather explores differences at the heart of philosophical discussion in our day: is there a level of discourse which will facilitate mutual comprehension among persons, allowing them to engage in debate? This interpretation of sacred texts illustrates the ways religious practice can shape believers’ readings of their sacred texts, and how philosophical interpretations can be modified by religious practice. Moreover, since this sort of inquiry characterizes each Abrahamic tradition, this study can be expected to enhance interfaith conversation and explore religious ways to enhance tolerance between other believers.

Author : Numa Gomez
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2022-09-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781666744972

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The Crusade of Ramon Llull by Numa Gomez Pdf

A thirteenth-century priest in the Iberian Peninsula reaches out to Muslims and Jews in order to convert them to Christianity. This was a time of great conflict between the Abrahamic faiths, so any communication between adherents was usually difficult and sometimes hostile. Ramon Llull believed this theological gap could be overcome through logic and Scripture.

Author : Richard Viladesau
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780197516522

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The Wisdom and Power of the Cross by Richard Viladesau Pdf

"This volume is the fifth in a series dealing with the passion and death of Christ - symbolized by "the cross" -- in Christian theology and the arts. It examines the way the passion of Christ has been thought about by theologians and portrayed by artists and musicians in the modern and contemporary world. It examines the traditional approaches to soteriology in contrast to revisionist theologies that take up the challenge of understanding the meaning of the cross in the light of critical historical studies and modern science"--

Author : James V. Schall
Publisher : CUA Press
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2010-04
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780813218243

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At the Limits of Political Philosophy by James V. Schall Pdf

James V. Schall presents, in a convincing and articulate manner, the revelational contribution to political philosophy, particularly that which comes out of the Roman Catholic tradition.

Author : Averroës
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2022-06-03
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : EAN:8596547040101

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The Philosophy and Theology of Averroes by Averroës Pdf

This book describes the correlation which exists between religion and philosophy, the nature of external knowledge, and methods of argument and faith. It reveals the in-depth knowledge based on a collection of short works on religion by Averroës.

Author : Joseph A. Scimecca
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2023-08-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000922110

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The Not So Outrageous Idea of a Christian Sociology by Joseph A. Scimecca Pdf

This book provides a rationale for a Christian sociology, challenging the materialist epistemology of contemporary sociology, which provides only a limited understanding of social behavior. Developing a history of the origins of sociology that recognizes the centrality of Christianity to the discipline’s development, it considers the secularization thesis and questions surrounding positivism, scientism and postmodernism, as well as engaging with the work of a range of figures including Margaret Archer, Robert Bellah, Peter Berger, Hans Joas, Thomas Luckmann, David Martin, and Christian Smith. A critique of modern sociology, which argues that a Christian approach provides a better explanation than contemporary paradigms of the polarization occurring today in American society, The Not So Outrageous Idea of a Christian Sociology will appeal to scholars and students with interests in sociological theory, research methods and epistemology, and the sociology of religion.

Author : Marcus Braybrooke
Publisher : John Hunt Publishing
Page : 692 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781846941856

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Beacons of the Light by Marcus Braybrooke Pdf

Beacons of Light is a priceless and inspiring gift from the good and open heart of one of the global interfaith movement's wisest and most respected leaders, Marcus Braybrooke. It is impossible to read without being spiritually enriched. Your heart and mind will be opened by this treasure of a book that shines with the brightness of 100 of humanity's greatest lights.

Author : Cyril Glassé
Publisher : Rowman Altamira
Page : 588 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0759101906

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The New Encyclopedia of Islam by Cyril Glassé Pdf

THe New Encyclopedia of Islam is written by a scholar for the general reader and researcher, without assuming any prior knowledge of the subject. Detailed cross-references lead the reader into deeper knowledge of Islam, whatever his strarting point. Many quotations, and hitherto untranslated prayers, support the religious and philosphical entries.

Author : Stephen J. Vicchio
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2008-07-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781498275583

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Biblical Figures in the Islamic Faith by Stephen J. Vicchio Pdf

"Vicchio believes that by understanding how much Muslim tradition overlaps with the biblical traditions of Judaism and Christianity, we might begin to expose a wedge of common ground on which understanding and respect might begin to be built. "Vicchio begins with a brief introduction sketching some fundamentals of Muslim history and culture, and clearing away some common misconceptions. His main goal, however, is to give us a detailed look at the treatment of biblical figures in the literature of Islam. The broad range of his research and presentation is startling. He begins with the Qur'an but continues on to the collected writing of the roughly two hundred years after Mohammed (Hadith, Sunnah, Akhbar) that came to be regarded as authoritative in the various traditions that developed in early Islam. He then traces the interest in these biblical figures on into modern treatments of the role of these figures in Muslim scholarship and how these figures are understood and used in the traditions of Islam yet today. "The result of Vicchio's scholarship and presentation will be a revelation to most Christian and Jewish readers. It has become somewhat commonplace to refer to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam as the three Abrahamic faiths. This shows a beginning awareness of the beginnings of each of these three great religions, birthed in the Middle East, in a common ancestor, Abraham (Ibrahim). Abraham's faithfulness and his closeness to God make his a revered figure in each of these three great faiths, and for each Abraham is a beginning of the story of the particular relationship between God and the people of each of these religions." --from the Foreword

Author : Colette Sirat
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1990-11-30
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0521397278

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A History of Jewish Philosophy in the Middle Ages by Colette Sirat Pdf

This comprehensive survey of medieval Jewish philosophy provides in-depth coverage for such major figures as Saadiah Gaon, Maimonides, Abraham Ibn Ezra, Judah Halevi, Abraham Ibn Daoud and Gersonides.