The cognitive functions of the human soul in Imam al-Ghazali and Ibn Rushd’s thought

Ssuna, Salim (2021) The cognitive functions of the human soul in Imam al-Ghazali and Ibn Rushd’s thought. Cognitive functions of the human soul, 1 (1). LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Republic of Moldova.

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Abstract

This book analytically contrasts al- Ghazali’s (c.1055-1111) and Ibn Rushd’s (c.1126-1198) views on the cognitive functions of the human soul and its role and effect on knowledge acquisition. The five concepts of ilm (knowledge), ruh (spirit), nafs (soul) aql (intellect) and qalb (heart), are defined according to exegetists, theologians, jurists, lexicographers, and philosophers. The book mainly focused on the external and internal senses of the human soul and critically analyzes variations and similarities in al-Ghazali and Ibn Rushd’s perception of the cognitive functions of the human soul, in terms of their positioning and function in relation to the reception of intelligible forms and their relationship to the type of knowledge perceived. The book views the cognitive functions of the human soul as an indispensable element of modern Muslim education curricula. It is crucial that whoever is involved in knowledge dissemination and seeking in modern curricula be made aware of the role of the cognitive functions of the human soul, its role in knowledge acquisition and the type of knowledge acquired in order to seek or disseminate knowledge solely in quest of the pleasure of Allah (SWT).

Item Type:	Book
Uncontrolled Keywords:	cognitive functions, human soul, intellect, internal senses, perception, lexicographers, knowledge acquisition
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BL Religion
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of General Studies
Depositing User:	Dr. Salim Ssuna
Date Deposited:	25 Jun 2021 12:03
Last Modified:	25 Jun 2021 12:03
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/90238

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