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Abstract
Arab philosophy played a crucial role in shaping European thought during the Renaissance. Philosophers such as Al-Farabi, Avicenna (Ibn Sina), and Averroes (Ibn Rushd) preserved, interpreted, and expanded upon classical Greek philosophy, particularly the works of Aristotle and Plato. Their writings were translated into Latin and widely studied in European universities, influencing key Renaissance thinkers in fields such as metaphysics, ethics, logic, and natural philosophy. This study examines the pathways through which Arab philosophical thought reached Europe, its reception among European scholars, and its impact on the intellectual, scientific, and cultural developments of the Renaissance. Understanding this influence highlights the interconnectedness of intellectual traditions across civilizations and the pivotal role of Arab thinkers in the evolution of European philosophy.
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