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Al-Biruni: A Polymath of the Islamic Golden Age Introduction Abu Rayhan Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Biruni, often referred to simply as Al-Biruni, was a renowned scholar, polymath, and traveler of the 11th century. Born in Khwarazm (present-day Uzbekistan), he made significant contributions to various fields, including mathematics, astronomy, geography, history, and philosophy. His insatiable curiosity and … Read more
Al-Masudi: A Polymath of the 10th Century Introduction Abu’l-Hasan Ali ibn al-Husayn al-Masudi, commonly known as Al-Masudi, was a renowned Arab scholar, historian, geographer, and traveler who lived during the 10th century CE. He is widely considered one of the most significant figures in the history of Islamic scholarship, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking … Read more
Megasthenes was a Greek ambassador to the court of Chandragupta Maurya in the 4th century BC. He is best known for his writings on India, which provide valuable insights into the history and culture of the subcontinent at that time. Megasthenes was born in Caria, a region of Asia Minor that was then under the … Read more