5.4 - Science and Philosophy: The Arabs’ Contribution
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Who was Ibn Sina?
💡 Hint: He is also known as Avicenna.
What is cultural synthesis?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a mix of knowledge from two different worlds.
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Who translated many ancient texts into Arabic?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of scholars in preserving knowledge.
The legacy of which physician influenced both the West and the East?
💡 Hint: Consider who made lasting impacts.
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Analyze how the translations of Arabic works sparked the intellectual revival during the Renaissance. Provide specific examples.
💡 Hint: Focus on how access to information can fundamentally change a culture's direction.
Evaluate the contributions of Ibn Rushd in resolving the conflict between religion and philosophy; how did his ideas pave the way for future thinkers?
💡 Hint: Consider the lasting impact of reconciliation between faith-based and rational doctrines.
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