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Hayy Ibn Yaqzan - Book by Ibn Tufayl

Hayy Ibn Yaqzan by Ibn Tufayl is a philosophical novel set in the Islamic Golden Age, exploring themes of self-discovery, rationality, and spirituality. The story follows Hayy, a boy raised in isolation on an island, who learns about the world through direct observation, without the influence of society or external teachings. As Hayy grows, he discovers the divine through reason and meditation, blending philosophy with mysticism.
Original Language: Arabic
Original Title: حي بن يقظان

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