Hamka, scholar, novelist, and public thinker, bridged Islamic tradition with the modern world through landmark works like Tafsir Al-Azhar and the influential novels Tenggelamnya Kapal Van Der Wijck and Di Bawah Lindungan Ka'bah. His blend of faith, culture, and critical insight keeps his legacy vibrant and relevant today.
Al-Ghazali’s Intellectual Legacy: Balancing Philosophy, Faith, and Human Nature
Al-Ghazali believed knowledge is embedded in the human soul and can be cultivated through proper education. He likened a child to an uncut diamond, with education shaping the child into a refined individual. Through education, Al-Ghazali argued, humans can refine their behavior and achieve spiritual and intellectual excellence.