Using classical Greek logic to explain the concept of a metaphor to his readers, the famous Islamic scholar Ibn Sina wrote in his book, “Qiyâs”: “So and so is beautiful. Everything beautiful is a moon. Therefore so and so is a moon.” On the other hand, the equally famous Islamic scholar Imam al-Shafi’i is quoted...Read More

Mi‛yār al-‛Ilm fī Fann al-ManÏiq of al-Ghazālī is the first book on Islamic logic. But a specific, comprehensive and exclusive study on its essence of the scientific contents and its importance in developing scientific thinking has never been done yet. Therefore, this study investigated qualitatively the background of Mi‛yār and its contents using content analysis....Read More

Abstract Avicenna is undoubtedly the most significant philosopher in the history of Muslim thought. He has influenced all the notable factions of Muslim intelligensia. Logic occupies a prominent place in his philosophical system. It is considered by Avicenna such an important theoretical tool that it has practical utility and consequences. Any intellectual activity is inconceivable...Read More