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THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM

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THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM

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Qazwini was one of the most influential scholars of the thirteenth century, distinguished by his encyclopedic knowledge of the natural sciences. Among his two major works, ʿAjaʾib al-Makhluqat wa Gharaʾib al-Mawjudat stands out for its scope and enduring impact. Widely circulated in both the Islamic world and the West, the work has been translated and annotated into numerous languages over the centuries. Although fundamentally cosmographic in conception, it offers a comprehensive portrayal of nature, addressing the order of the universe, celestial bodies, climates, and terrestrial elements. In addition to these topics, the work incorporates observations and explanations from diverse scientific fields, including geography, biology, geology, mineralogy, astrology, and zoology, while also engaging with cultural and religious elements such as historical events, mythological narratives, and theological perspectives. A particularly noteworthy aspect of ʿAjaʾib al-Makhluqat is its detailed treatment of human anatomy. Qazwini approaches the human body not merely as a physical structure but as an integral component of a divinely ordained order, created with wisdom and purpose. While describing the structure and functions of bodily organs, he simultaneously interprets each part within a metaphysical framework that emphasizes divine wisdom alongside physiological utility. This article examines Qazwini’s understanding of human anatomy in relation to the medical and scientific knowledge of his time and explores how his anatomical explanations reflect broader concepts of divine order and wisdom. In doing so, the study aims to highlight the significance of ʿAjaʾib al-Makhluqat for the history of medicine and for discussions concerning the relationship between religion and science.

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Osmanlı Kurumları ve Medeniyeti (Diğer)

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Erken Görünüm Tarihi

27 Ocak 2026

Yayımlanma Tarihi

28 Ocak 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

16 Kasım 2025

Kabul Tarihi

27 Ocak 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 10 Sayı: 1

Kaynak Göster

APA
Alkan, H. (2026). THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM. Uluslararası Anadolu Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi, 10(1), 77-96. https://doi.org/10.47525/ulasbid.1824747
AMA
1.Alkan H. THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM. UASBD. 2026;10(1):77-96. doi:10.47525/ulasbid.1824747
Chicago
Alkan, Hayri. 2026. “THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM”. Uluslararası Anadolu Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi 10 (1): 77-96. https://doi.org/10.47525/ulasbid.1824747.
EndNote
Alkan H (01 Mart 2026) THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM. Uluslararası Anadolu Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi 10 1 77–96.
IEEE
[1]H. Alkan, “THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM”, UASBD, c. 10, sy 1, ss. 77–96, Mar. 2026, doi: 10.47525/ulasbid.1824747.
ISNAD
Alkan, Hayri. “THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM”. Uluslararası Anadolu Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi 10/1 (01 Mart 2026): 77-96. https://doi.org/10.47525/ulasbid.1824747.
JAMA
1.Alkan H. THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM. UASBD. 2026;10:77–96.
MLA
Alkan, Hayri. “THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM”. Uluslararası Anadolu Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi, c. 10, sy 1, Mart 2026, ss. 77-96, doi:10.47525/ulasbid.1824747.
Vancouver
1.Hayri Alkan. THE EVALUATION OF THE HUMAN ANATOMY IN QAZWINI’S AJA’IB AL-MAKHLUQAT FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF DIVINE ORDER AND WISDOM. UASBD. 01 Mart 2026;10(1):77-96. doi:10.47525/ulasbid.1824747

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