Ethics of Profession - Arab Philosophers

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What is the core of morals based on the teachings of Islam?

Purification of the body

Seeking power and control

Arbitration of the mind (correct)

Wealth accumulation

Why was Al-Farabi referred to as Al-Farabi?

He was a prominent military leader

He was born in a city named Farabi (correct)

He had a deep connection to Arabic culture

His theories were based on agriculture

What is the ultimate good for human life according to Al-Farabi's ethical theory?

Physical strength

Intellectual superiority

Happiness (correct)

Material possessions

Which philosopher's theory of ethics heavily influenced Al-Farabi's beliefs?

Aristotle Signup and view all the answers

What does Al-Farabi's ethical theory emphasize?

Knowledge, belief, and free will Signup and view all the answers

In what region was Al-Farabi born?

Turkestan Signup and view all the answers

What was Ibn Sina's main focus in his understanding of ethics?

Refining the soul and overcoming unwanted tendencies Signup and view all the answers

What was Ibn Sina's background according to the text?

He was born in the Republic of Uzbekistan Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the text?

The relationship between the soul, mind, and ethical behavior according to Ibn Sina Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Ibn Sina's approach to ethics according to the text?

Focusing on the individual's inner struggle to overcome moral flaws Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the relationship between ethics and the soul according to Ibn Sina?

Ethics is about refining the soul and overcoming its moral defects Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is the basis for human nature?

Spiritual and physical aspects Signup and view all the answers

What does human nature have in common with the ability to choose behavior?

It is free will Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is the relationship between human nature and the ability to choose behavior?

Human nature and free will to choose behavior are common Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the role of free will in human nature?

Free will is common with human nature Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the text regarding human nature?

The relationship between human nature and free will Signup and view all the answers

What was Ibn Sina's primary field of study?

Philosophy and medicine Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Ibn Sina's philosophical approach?

Empirical and rationalist Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of Ibn Sina's ethical philosophy?

The virtues and duties of the individual in society Signup and view all the answers

How did Ibn Sina's ethical principles relate to his medical and scientific work?

His ethical principles informed and shaped his medical and scientific practices Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of Ibn Sina's ethical philosophy?

The promotion of social welfare and the common good Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Al-Kindi is correct?

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Al-Kindi's contribution to the field of philosophy?

He was the first Arab philosopher to translate Greek philosophical works into Arabic. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following philosophical disciplines did Al-Kindi contribute to?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was Al-Kindi's approach to reconciling Greek philosophy with Islamic theology?

He selectively adopted aspects of Greek philosophy that were compatible with Islamic principles. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes Al-Kindi's contribution to the development of Islamic philosophy?

He laid the foundations for the later development of Islamic philosophy by introducing Greek thought. Signup and view all the answers