Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists
Which of the following best describes Ibn Rushd (Averroes)?
Difficulty: Medium
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This Medium Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists question asks: Which of the following best describes Ibn Rushd (Averroes)? The correct choice is D. A philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. A philosopher known as the 'Second Teacher' for his extensive commentaries on Aristotle, after Aristotle himself as the 'First Teacher'
Why not A: “A philosopher known as the 'Second Teacher' for his extensive commentaries on Aristotle, after Aristotle himself as the 'First Teacher'” does not fit this question. The answer is A philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle.
- B. An astronomer known for refining calculations of the length of the solar year and the timing of the seasons
Why not B: “An astronomer known for refining calculations of the length of the solar year and the timing of the seasons” does not fit this question. The answer is A philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle.
- C. A prominent student of Imam Abu Hanifa known for his role in systematizing and recording Hanafi jurisprudence
Why not C: “A prominent student of Imam Abu Hanifa known for his role in systematizing and recording Hanafi jurisprudence” does not fit this question. The answer is A philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle.
- D. A philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle ✓
Correct answer
D. A philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle
Explanation
A philosopher and jurist from Al-Andalus known for his detailed commentaries on the works of Aristotle is the term that matches Which of the following best describes Ibn Rushd Averroes option D Option A A philosopher known as the 'Second Teacher' for his extensive commentaries on Aristotle after Aristotle himself as the 'First Teacher' does not fit this question Option B An astronomer known for refining calculations of the length of the solar year and the timing of the seasons does not fit this question Option C A prominent student of Imam Abu Hanifa known for his role in systematizing and recording Hanafi jurisprudence does not fit this question For.
Source: Islamic Studies Official Reference Guide
Tags: FPSC, PPSC, NTS, Islamic Studies, Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists
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