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Arabic language as a foundation of Islamic civilization: the role of huffaz in building of Islamic civilization

Akhmetova, Elmira (2016) Arabic language as a foundation of Islamic civilization: the role of huffaz in building of Islamic civilization. In: Forum on How Huffaz Changed the World Through Language, 11th Feb. 2016, Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

This paper discusses the importance of language and learning in enhancing human society and civilization. it claims that Arabic language was a language of science and diplomacy for several centuries in Europe, culminating at the rise of Muslim Andalusia with many examples of great contributions of Muslim scholars to the rise of European civilization. Language is a tool of getting knowledge and many non-Arab Muslims learned Arabic through memorization.

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item (Slide Presentation)
Additional Information: 7311/50678
Uncontrolled Keywords: Arabic language, Islamic civilization,
Subjects: B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc
D History General and Old World > DE The Mediterranean Region. The Greco-Roman World
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of History & Civilization
Depositing User: Dr Elmira Akhmetova
Date Deposited: 28 Jun 2016 14:41
Last Modified: 23 May 2018 14:27
URI: http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/50678

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