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The Ethical Philosophy of Al-Ghazzali
The Ethical Philosophy of Al-Ghazzali
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Contents include:
Part 1: Background of Al-Ghazzali’s Ethical Thought
- Al-Ghazzali’s Times: Political and Religious Conditions
- Theological and Philosophical Movements
- Islamic Ethics Before Al-Ghazzali
- Al-Ghazzali Inner Development
Part 2: Al-Ghazzali’s Theory of Ethics: Its Basis
- The Psychological Nature of Man
- Knowledge and Morality
- The Freedom of the Will
Part 3: Al-Ghazzali’s Theory of Ethics: Its Principles
- The End
- Knowledge of God
- Intuitive Knowledge of God
- Love of God
- The Vision of God
Part 4: Al-Ghazzali’s Theory of Ethics: Its Practical Aspects
- Virtues and Vices: Preliminary Discussions
- Vices
- Virtues
- Social Virtues
- Religious Duties and Their Ethical Significance
Appendix: The Knowledge of God: Intuitive Knowledge
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Explores al-Ghazzali's ethics blending theology and philosophy.
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Who is this book for?
If you're curious about the roots of Islamic ethical thought, this book offers a deep dive into al-Ghazzali's ideas. It's not just about philosophy but also about understanding how faith intertwines with daily morals, making it a fascinating read for anyone interested in spiritual ethics or historical Muslim scholarship. You'll appreciate how it connects past thought with universal questions about virtue, vice, and the divine.