Hüseyin Hilmi Işık
Turkish scholar and academic writer
Born
1911
114 years ago
Died
October 26th, 2001
23 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Turkey
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A scholar and academic in Turkey, significant contributions were made in the fields of philosophy and Islamic studies. Authoring numerous books, many focused on Islamic teachings and logic. Played a key role in promoting Islamic thought through academic discourse. His works have been influential in Turkish intellectual circles and continue to be referenced in contemporary discussions on philosophy and theology.
Authored numerous books on Islamic philosophy
Founded a magazine focusing on Islamic thought
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