Presentation
Kalila and Dimna is one of the masterpieces of Arabic and universal literature. Through timeless animal fables, Ibn al-Muqaffa' proposes a collection of wisdom intended to illuminate humanity's path toward exemplary ethics and self-knowledge. This bilingual French-Arabic edition preserves all the richness of the complete original text.
According to the author himself: "If discourse is put in the form of a fable, its logic is more evident, its morality clearer, it is more pleasant to hear and opens a broader field of reflection". An unequaled pedagogical approach that has endured through the centuries.
Content
- Complete bilingual French-Arabic text for full understanding
- Animal fables bearing a profound and universal ethics
- Dialogues between the Indian prince Dabchalîm and his advisors on all domains of knowledge
- Exploration of the balance between wisdom, natural law and the power of reason
- Authentic introduction by Ibn al-Muqaffa' explaining his philosophical method
- Paperback format of 520 pages for comfortable reading
For whom?
This work is addressed to adults seeking spiritual and philosophical wisdom, students of Arabic and comparative literature, enthusiasts of essential classics of Islamic thought, as well as all those who wish to explore a practical ethics applicable to daily life.
The Author
Ibn al-Muqaffa' (8th century) is one of the greatest thinkers of medieval Arabic literature. A brilliant translator and adapter, he was able to transform tales of Persian origin into a philosophical work of remarkable depth. His influence on Islamic and Western thought remains considerable.
Editorial Information
| Author |
Ibn al-Muqaffa' |
| Publisher |
Éditions Al Bouraq |
| Collection |
Literature |
| ISBN |
9791022509848 |
| Number of pages |
520 |
| Format |
Paperback |
| Language |
French / Arabic (Bilingual) |
| Publication year |
2022 |
| Audience |
Adults |
