Ismail al-Faruqi

Philosopher

Birthday January 1, 1921

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Palestine

DEATH DATE May 27, 1986 (65)

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About

A Palestinian American philosopher who was revered for his expertise in comparative religion and Islam.

Before fame

He was a Professor of Religion at Temple University.

Trivia

He and his wife Lois Lamya al-Faruqi were brutally stabbed to death in their home.

Family life

His father was an Islamic judge.

Associated with

He and Anwar Ibrahi co-founded the Institute for Islamic Thought.