Leaman, Oliver
Islamic Philosophy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745645995
- author:
- Leaman, Oliver
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Polity
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15.2 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Islam - General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Islamic Philosophy by Oliver Leaman provides a concise introduction to the major movements and thinkers within Islamic philosophy. From its foundation in Islam to the present day, this text explores how Muslim thinkers have used philosophical concepts to understand their faith. The development of Islamic philosophy is closely linked with Islam, but its form is not essentially connected to any particular religion. The author examines the three main movements - Peripatetic, Sufi and Illuminationist - and provides a balanced view of the discipline by covering key aspects such as epistemology, ontology, politics, ethics and philosophy of language. The second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, including two new chapters on recent debates surrounding Islam's need for an enlightenment. This revised edition will continue to be essential reading for students and scholars of Islamic philosophy, offering a comprehensive understanding of this significant philosophical tradition.
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