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Medieval Period: Scholastic philosophers, Islamic scholars, and the great religious thinkers shaped this age.

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Medieval Period

Thinkers of the Medieval Period

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Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

570 – 632

Religion
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There is a reward for kindness to every living animal or human.

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.)

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.)

601 – 661

Religion
148

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Ali ibn Abi Talib was the fourth Rashidun caliph who ruled from 656 CE until his assassination in 661, as well as the first Shia Imam. He was the cousin and son-in-law of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. Born to Abu Talib ibn Abd al-Muttalib and Fatima bint Asad, Ali was raised in the household of his cousin Muhammad and was among the first to accept his teachings.

When someone is sure of the returns, then he shows generosity.

Hazrat Uthman (R.A.)

Hazrat Uthman (R.A.)

577 – 656

Religion
13

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Uthman ibn Affan was the third caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, ruling from 644 until his assassination in 656. Uthman, a second cousin, son-in-law, and senior companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, played a major role in early Islamic history. During his reign as caliph, he was known for ordering the official compilation of the standardized version of the Quran, known as the Uthmanic codex, which is still used today.

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Hazrat Aisha (R.A.)

613 – 678

Education
70

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Hazrat Aisha bint Abi Bakr (R.A.) was the daughter of Abu Bakr and one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Renowned as a teacher and transmitter of hadith, she was an influential figure in the early Muslim community.

People are paying no attention to the best act of worship: Humility.

Hazrat Zaynab bint Ali (A.S.)

Hazrat Zaynab bint Ali (A.S.)

628 – 682

Religion
4

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Zaynab bint Ali, was the eldest daughter of Fatima and Ali ibn Abi Talib. The former was a daughter of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, and the latter was his cousin. Ali is also recognized as the fourth Rashidun caliph and the first Shia imam.

Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A.)

Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A.)

573 – 634

Religion
6

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Abd Allah ibn Abi Quhafa, better known by his kunya Abu Bakr, was a senior companion, the closest friend, and father-in-law of Muhammad, the Islamic prophet. He served as the first caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, ruling from 632 until his death in 634. Abu Bakr was granted the honorific title al-Ṣiddīq by Muhammad, a designation that continues to be used by Sunni Muslims to this day.

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Hazrat Fatimah (A.S.)

605 – 632

Religion
15

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Fasting for the maintainance and firmness of your sincerity.

Lao Tzu

Lao Tzu

604 – present

Philosophy
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Lao Tzu is the semi-legendary ancient Chinese philosopher traditionally credited with authoring the Tao Te Ching and founding philosophical Taoism; historical details about his life and dates are uncertain.

A good traveler has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving.