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The Awakening of the Soul (Classic Reprint): Rendered From the Arabic, With Introduction: Rendered from the Arabic, with Introduction (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Synopsis

A classic tale of a lone learner who seeks truth through observation and reason. This philosophical story follows a self-taught youth who grows from careful study of the natural world into deep questions about existence, creation, and the Creator.

Set against a vivid backdrop of island life, it blends practical curiosity with spiritual reflection. The journey covers early astronomy, the finite nature of the heavens, and the search for a cause beyond the visible world, all framed by a respect for tradition and an insistence on clear thinking.

What you’ll experience
- A guided walk through Hayy Ibn Yoqdhan’s observations of the sky, motion, and the shape of the world
- A exploration of how one thinker moves from sensory knowledge toward metaphysical questions
- Reflections on how tradition and inquiry intersect, guiding characters toward or away from established beliefs
- A compact, thought‑provoking narrative that blends science, philosophy, and faith

Ideal for readers of philosophical fiction, classic tales of intellectual discovery, and those curious about the roots of scientific thinking.

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