Description: (Philosopher, Historian)
Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas is a prominent Malaysian Muslim philosopher renowned for his expertise in traditional Islamic sciences. He is a distinguished scholar in theology, philosophy, metaphysics, and literature. Al-Attas is known for introducing the concept of Islamisation of knowledge, advocating for the incorporation of Islamic principles across various fields of study. His philosophy and educational approach are centered on cultivating a comprehensive Islamic worldview that spiritually, intellectually, and culturally influences individuals and societies. With 27 published works, Al-Attas delves into Islamic thought, Sufism, cosmology, metaphysics, and Malay language and literature.