A scientific study of Muhammad bin Abdul Karim al shehrastani .inclining towards Rawafiz

  • Muneer Ahmed Chief Editor

Abstract

Allama Abu al fatah Muhammad bin Abdul Karim Sharastani1086–
1153 CE was one of the famous scholar of fifth century. He was expert of
different ethics and ideologies. At one time he was an
influential Persian historian of religions, a historiographer, Islamic scholar,
philosopher and theologian. He had made a beautiful mixture of Philosophy
and Sharia. He was writer of multy books. He wrote basic books of different
themes and knowledge. AL milal wa al Nihal is one of the book which is not
only famous in eastern scholars but western countries have also paid rich
tributes to it.It is noted for its non-polemical style and scientific approach.
Allah made him popular amongst the people in speech along with writings.
Kings and ministers had bestowed upon him.His popularity had made an
enmity in the hearts of some people. They accused him of different blames.
One of the blame is that he was inclined towards “Rawafiz” and Philosophy.
In this study we will present analysis of this blame.

Published
2020-01-23