Ibn Sina (Avicenna)

Persian philosopher (980–1037), known for Islamic philosophy and medicine.

Key Contributions:

• Developed metaphysics and logic in Islamic tradition.
• Contributed to philosophy of medicine.
• Influenced medieval Christian philosophy.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• The Book of Healing (core text)
• Metaphysics (ontology)
• Aristotle (primary influence)
• Al-Farabi (predecessor)
• Religion (Islamic philosophy)

Record

Lived: 980–1037

Tradition: Persian