Tag: Ibn Khaldun

Happiness and Health Across Time–From Ibn Sina and Ibn Khaldun to Contemporary Scientific Findings

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Abstract The pursuit of happiness and longevity has occupied human thought for centuries, from the philosophical and medical writings of classical Islamic scholars to modern scientific research. Ibn Sina (Avicenna) emphasized the harmony of body and soul in sustaining health, while Ibn Khaldun highlighted the role of social cohesion in individual and communal well-being. Recent Read more

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Tariffs, Work, and Rights

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Abstract: This article reexamines economic justice through the lens of Islamic civilization, contrasting its moral and labor-centered foundations with the capital-driven structures of modern Western economies. Prompted by a significant current event—newly announced sweeping tariffs imposed by the U.S. administration on all imported goods, some at historically high rates—this analysis considers how tariff policy is Read more

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