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On First Philosophy

Al-Kindi·Arabic

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Al-Kindi's most important philosophical work. Argues that the study of truth is compatible with Islam and that the universe must have a Creator who is unlike any created thing.

The noblest part of philosophy and the highest in rank is the First Philosophy, that is, knowledge of the First Truth who is the cause of all truth. It is fitting then for us not to be ashamed of appreciating the truth and of acquiring it wherever it comes from, even if it comes from races distant and nations different from us.

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