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29 - The Demise of Islamic Science?
Episode 29

29 - The Demise of Islamic Science?

The Golden Age of Islam

May 2, 20191h 12m

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Show Notes

Abu Hamid al-Ghazali has been blamed for closing the door on Islamic science and starting an era of conservatism that continues to hold back the Muslim world.  Is this harsh reputation warranted?  In this episode, we look at the reality and the legend of al-Ghazali and his effects on the intellectual climate in Islam.