HISTORY OF MUSLIM PHILOSOPHY - HENRY CORBIN

Discover the fascinating world of Muslim thought from the perspective of the eminent scholar of Islam, Henry Corbin. This book is the key to understanding the richness and diversity of Islamic philosophy, from Sunni falsafa to Shiite currents. Immerse yourself in the depths of intellectual exploration and discover how Muslim thought influenced the development of civilization.

• In-depth analysis of Muslim philosophy
• Overview of the most important currents: falsafa, Shiite and Ismailite philosophy
• Profiles of leading creators and their most important works
• Influence of Muslim philosophy on Latin Europe
• Elaboration of the eminent Arabist and Iranist Henry Corbin
• Concentration on Shiism and its specificities

Henry Corbin (d. 1978) was an eminent Arabist and Iranist, an excellent scholar of Islam. As the first researcher, he included in his work not only the already known Sunni falsafa, i.e. Muslim philosophy that arose under the influence of Greek thought, but also Shiite philosophy and the currents that emerged from Shiism. His works form the foundation of modern research on Islamic philosophy and are valued for their erudition and insight.

The reader will find here an overview of the most important currents of Muslim philosophy: falsafa, Shiite and Ismailite philosophy, philosophy of nature, mystical philosophy from the period before Ibn Rushd (Averroes) and after his death (1198) until the 20th century. The author focuses primarily on Shiism, showing its unique character and influence on the development of Muslim thought. The book discusses the profiles of leading creators and their most important works, mentioning the sources of inspiration of Muslim thinkers and the influence they had on the philosophy of Latin Europe.

"History of Muslim Philosophy" remains one of the best studies in this field, offering a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the complex world of Muslim thought. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy, history and culture of Islam. Learn about the roots of the modern world and understand how Muslim thought has shaped our reality.

The publishing house Dialog Wydawnictwo Akademickie presents this unique work in a new edition, preserving the original text and adding an introduction that introduces the reader to the historical and philosophical context. This is an excellent opportunity to reach for a classic and rediscover the richness of Muslim thought anew.