The Philosophy Of Al Farabi And Its Influence On Medieval Thought

The Philosophy of Al Farabi and Its Influence on Medieval Thought is a book written by Robert Hammond that explores the life and works of Al Farabi, a Persian philosopher, and his impact on medieval philosophy. The book begins with an introduction to Al Farabi's life, his intellectual development, and his contributions to philosophy. It then delves into the different aspects of his philosophy, including his theories on metaphysics, ethics, politics, and religion. The book also discusses the influence of Al Farabi's ideas on medieval thought, particularly in the areas of metaphysics and political philosophy. Hammond examines how Al Farabi's ideas were adopted and adapted by medieval philosophers such as Avicenna and Averroes, and how they influenced the development of Western philosophy. Throughout the book, Hammond provides a detailed analysis of Al Farabi's ideas and their relevance to contemporary philosophical debates. He also includes translations of some of Al Farabi's key texts, allowing readers to engage directly with his ideas. Overall, The Philosophy of Al Farabi and Its Influence on Medieval Thought is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most important philosophers of the Islamic Golden Age and his impact on medieval and Western philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.