SCIENCE AND CIVILIZATION IN ISLAM Seyyed Hossein Nasr (original) (raw)

This paper by Seyyed Hossein Nasr explores the unique contributions of Islamic civilization to science and philosophy, challenging the traditional narrative that views Islamic culture merely as an intermediary between Antiquity and the Western Middle Ages. Through a critical examination of Islamic thought, the author argues for the independence and depth of Muslim intellectual traditions, particularly in the context of Sufism, offering insights into the rich metaphysical frameworks that emerged as the civilization evolved.