Shaykh Bahāʾī: An Annotated Bibliography

Shaykh Bahāʾī (1547–1621) was a monumental figure of the Safavid era, a scholar whose mastery spanned an astonishing range of disciplines. A leading theologian, jurist, mathematician, and poet, he authored over 250 works on subjects as diverse as Islamic law, philosophy, astronomy, architecture, and literature. Shaykh Bahāʾī: An Annotated Bibliography is the most comprehensive guide ever assembled to his vast and varied corpus. This meticulously researched volume offers: A Detailed Biography & Chronology: Contextualizing his life and intellectual development within the vibrant cultural landscape of 16th-17th century Iran. Annotated Primary Bibliography: A definitive catalog of his works, from foundational texts of jurisprudence like Jāmiʿ ʿAbbāsī to his famous mathematical treatise Khulāṣat al-ḥisāb, complete with manuscript details and scholarly analysis. Extensive Secondary Bibliography: A crucial resource for researchers, listing modern studies in European, Arabic, and Persian languages. Critical Methodology: A transparent account of the research process, clarifying the attribution and status of each work. An indispensable resource for scholars of Islamic history, philosophy, and science, this book opens a unique window into the mind of a true Renaissance man of the Islamic world, whose legacy continues to inspire centuries later.
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