Averroism For Beginners
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Averroism For Beginners
"Averroism For Beginners" introduces readers to the key concepts of Averroism, a philosophical movement influenced by the works of the medieval Islamic philosopher Averroes. This accessible guide provides an engaging exploration of Averroism's impact on Western thought, its relationship to Islamic philosophy, and its relevance to contemporary discussions on reason, knowledge, and the nature of reality. Through clear explanations and insightful examples, this book offers a compelling introduction to Averroism, making it an essential read for anyone seeking to delve into the fascinating world of medieval and Islamic philosophy.
Averroes and Averroism in Medieval Jewish Thought
The Andalusian Muslim philosopher Averroes (1126–1198) is known for his authoritative commentaries on Aristotle and for his challenging ideas about the relationship between philosophy and religion, and the place of religion in society. Among Jewish authors, he found many admirers and just as many harsh critics. This volume brings together, for the first time, essays investigating Averroes’s complex reception, in different philosophical topics and among several Jewish authors, with special attention to its relation to the reception of Maimonides. Pablo Dreizik, Professor of Philosophy at the University in Buenos Aires, has featured this volume in a radio presentation on Radio Sefarad, which represents the voice of the Federation of Jewish Communities of Spain. The presentation is available here for all interested: Radio Sefarad
Beginning the Quest
Author: Barry Cooper
language: en
Publisher: University of Missouri Press
Release Date: 2009
"Examines an analysis of the legal and political writing of Eric Voegelin during the 1920s and the 1930s. Cooper discusses Voegelin's first systematic effort to bring together the principles of philosophical anthropology with his understanding of comparative social science and examines Voegelin's The Authoritarian State and The New Science of Politics"--Provided by publisher.