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Islamic Philosophy - An Introduction (Paperback)
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Islamic Philosophy - An Introduction (Paperback)
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Although Islamic philosophy represents one of the leading
philosophical traditions in the world, it has only recently begun
to receive the attention it deserves in the non-Islamic world. This
important text provides a concise and accessible introduction to
the major movements, thinkers and concepts within that tradition,
from the foundation of Islam to the present day. Ever since the
growth of Islam as a religious and political movement, Muslim
thinkers have sought to understand the theoretical aspects of their
faith by using philosophical concepts. Leaman outlines this history
and demonstrates that, although the development of Islamic
philosophy is closely linked with Islam itself, its form is not
essentially connected to any particular religion, and its leading
ideas and arguments are of general philosophical significance. The
author illustrates the importance of Islamic thought within
philosophy through the use of many modern examples. He describes
and contrasts the three main movements in Islamic philosophy -
Peripatetic, Sufi and Illuminationist - and examines the Persian as
well as the Arabic traditions. Wide coverage is given to key
aspects of Islamic philosophy, including epistemology, ontology,
politics, ethics and philosophy of language, providing readers with
a balanced view of the discipline. The second edition has been
thoroughly revised and updated throughout, including the addition
of two new chapters on recent debates surrounding Islam's need for
an enlightenment, and on the future of Islamic philosophy. The new
edition of Islamic Philosophy will continue to be essential reading
for students and scholars of the subject, as well as anyone wanting
to learn more about one of the most significant and influential
philosophical traditions in the world today.
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