Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya on Divine Wisdom and the Problem of Evil - Softcover

Al-Jawziyya, Ibn Qayyim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1911141392 ISBN 13: 9781911141396

Publisher: Islamic Texts Society, 2017

Synopsis

The renowned theologian and jurist Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya (d.1350) wrote numerous titles, many of which are still popular today. Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya on Divine Wisdom and the Problem of Evil is a translation of selections from two of Ibn Qayyim’s books: Key to the Blissful Abode and Remedy for Those who Question on Matters Concerning Divine Decree, Predestination, Wisdom and Causality. Ibn al-Qayyim first discusses twenty-six wise purposes behind God creating humanity and settling them on Earth. His perspective is that whatever exists in this world is either purely or preponderantly good, or indirectly leads to a greater good.

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About the Author:

Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya was a renowned theologian and jurist. Born in 1292 in Damascus (Syria), he became the closest disciple of Ibn Taymiyya (d.1327) and was the author of numerous works, which remain popular to this day. Tallal Zeni is a Medical Doctor with a fascination for traditional Islamic culture. He is also the translator of Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya on Knowledge.

About this edition

• Publisher: Islamic Texts Society
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1911141392
• ISBN 13: 9781911141396
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 300