The Confessions of Al Ghazzali (eBook)

Ghazzali (Autor)

L. Cranmer-Byng, S. A. Kapadia (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
36 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654701497-3 (EAN)

Infos

The Confessions of Al Ghazzali is a profound work that delves into the inner struggles of Ghazzali, a renowned Islamic theologian and philosopher. Written in a reflective and introspective style, Ghazzali bares his soul as he recounts his spiritual journey and the challenges he faced in reconciling faith with reason in 11th-century Persia. The book is enriched with philosophical insights and theological reflections, providing readers with a glimpse into the profound inner life of a scholar grappling with existential questions. The Confessions of Al Ghazzali stands as a classic of Islamic literature, displaying a unique blend of personal narrative and intellectual discourse. Al Ghazzali, also known as Imam Al Ghazali, was a prominent figure in Islamic philosophy and mysticism. His struggles and doubts culminated in this autobiographical work, reflecting his attempts to navigate the complexities of faith and reason. The author's personal experiences and intellectual inquiries shed light on his profound spiritual growth and transformation. I highly recommend The Confessions of Al Ghazzali to readers interested in Islamic philosophy, theology, and mysticism. This book offers valuable insights into the inner world of a renowned scholar and provides a unique perspective on the challenges of reconciling spiritual beliefs with rational thought.

Autor

Abu Hamid Muhammad ibn Muhammad al-Ghazali, known as Al-Ghazzali in the Western scholarly tradition, was a polymath born in 1058 in Tus, within present-day Iran. Renowned as one of the most brilliant philosophers, theologians, jurists, and mystics of the Islamic Golden Age, Al-Ghazzali's intellectual legacy reverberates across centuries and cultural borders. His magnum opus, 'Ihya' ulum al-din' (The Revival of the Religious Sciences), has had a profound influence on both Muslim and Western philosophical thought. The 'Confessions of Al Ghazzali' is an autobiographical account that gives insights into his profound spiritual transformation. Al-Ghazzali's works often delve into the intricacies of philosophy, Sufism, and theology, reflecting a commitment to synthesizing reason and faith. Esteemed for his reconciliation of the philosophical spirit of the Greeks with Islamic thought, his writing style is characterized by rigor and a clarity that seeks to make complex theological concepts accessible to a broad audience. Al-Ghazzali remains a towering figure, not only within the discipline of Islamic studies but also in the annals of world philosophy and religious thought. His literary contributions continue to be the subject of extensive scholarly research, forming a crucial part of the curriculum in studies of medieval philosophy, Islamic theology, and Sufism.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 28.5.2022
• Übersetzer: Claud Field
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Philosophie
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie
• Schlagworte: Al Ghazali teachings • autobiographical account • Bahai faith • Early works to 1800 • eastern philosophy classics • etc. • Ethics and morality in Islam • Faith reassessment • Inner spiritual journey • Islam • Islamic philosophy • Islamic theological thought • Medieval Islamic scholar • Medieval Philosophy • personal confession • philosophical autobiography • philosophical reflections • Philosophy general • Philosophy of Religion • spiritual crisis • Spiritual self-reflection • Sufi mysticism literature • Sufi practices • Sufism • theology exploration • Theosophy