The article "Ibn Khaldun as a Social Holist Philosopher" presents a compelling exploration of the philosophical underpinnings of Ibn Khaldun's social theory, particularly through his concept of Asabiyyah . The author situates Ibn Khaldun within the broader discourse of social holism, drawing comparisons between his ideas and those of Ferdinand Tönnies, as well as with key thinkers in the Western tradition such as Aristotle, Marx, and contemporary philosophers like Philip Pettit. Through this comparative analysis, the paper asserts that Ibn Khaldun offers a rich, nuanced perspective on human sociality that bridges Islamic and Western philosophical traditions. Central to the article is the thesis that Ibn Khaldun’s social philosophy, specifically his concept of Asabiyyah , offers a form of social holism that emphasizes the interdependence of individuals within a community. The paper begins by framing social holism in contrast to social atomism, the latter asserting that in...
...in his own words and in the words of others who read his works
