The Physical Theory of Kalām : : Atoms, Space, and Void in Basrian Mu'tazilī Cosmology / / Alnoor Dhanani.
This book reconstructs the theories of matter and space of the mutakallimūn of the tenth and eleventh centuries A.D. It uses texts which have only recently become available. The book presents material which challenges our previous understanding of kalām atomism. In particular, it analyzes the concep...
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Dhanani, Alnoor, author. The Physical Theory of Kalām : Atoms, Space, and Void in Basrian Mu'tazilī Cosmology / Alnoor Dhanani. Atoms, Space, and Void in Basrian Mu'tazilī Cosmology Leiden; Boston : BRILL, 1993. 1 online resource. text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource rdacarrier Islamic Philosophy, Theology and Science. Texts and Studies ; 14 Description based on print version record. This book reconstructs the theories of matter and space of the mutakallimūn of the tenth and eleventh centuries A.D. It uses texts which have only recently become available. The book presents material which challenges our previous understanding of kalām atomism. In particular, it analyzes the concept of atoms as a 'space-occupying object' without dimension yet having magnitude. It examines the manner of the atom's occupation of space, and discusses arguments for and against unoccupied spaces or the void. A detailed examination of the paradoxical nature of such an atom follows. The argument is made that a 'discrete' rather than a 'continuous' conception of space, matter, time, motion and indeed geometry underlies kalām physical theory. In this respect, the kalām atom is similar to the Epicurean minimal part. Based on author's doctoral dissertation--Harvard University, 1991. Includes bibliographical references and index. Islam Doctrines. Islamic cosmology. Motazilites History. 90-04-09831-3 Islamic Philosophy, Theology and Science. Texts and Studies ; 14. |
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