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Explore the profound connection between classical antiquity and Islamic development with The Classical Heritage in Islam. This scholarly work by Professor Rosenthal examines how ancient influences shaped religious disciplines, theology, mysticism, and law within the Islamic world. Rather than viewing the adoption of classical texts as simple imitation, this book provides a deep look at how Muslim scholars engaged with these works. The text brings together a wide range of literary renderings, paraphrases, commentaries, and imitations alongside independent Islamic developments. This collection covers a vast timeline, including the writings of early authors, scholars from the Golden Age, and later writers who built upon these foundational texts. This book is an essential resource for students and historians interested in Arabic thought and culture. It offers a clear view of how classical heritage was integrated into the fabric of Islamic civilization, providing a comprehensive look at the intellectual history that shaped the Middle East and beyond.

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Comprehensive study of how classical antiquity influenced Islamic theology, law, and mysticism.

Includes a wide collection of works from early authors and Golden Age scholars.

Explores the relationship between classical texts and independent Islamic elaborations.

Provides a detailed analysis of literary renderings, commentaries, and imitations.

Authored by Professor Rosenthal to provide academic depth to Arabic thought and culture.

Published by Routledge for high-quality historical and cultural research.

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Release Date
31 March 2016
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23 January 2016

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