#ibnalhaytham

[historicalmeanderings]

Hasan ibn al-Haytham (Alhazen/Alhacen), Father of Modern Optics was born in 965 A.D. Basrah, Iraq. Ibn al Haytham, a polymath, was an Arab Mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, theologian and physicist during the Islamic Golden Age. Ibn al Haytham, invented the pinhole camera "Camera Obscura" which would later evolve into modern day camera. Ibn al- Haytham is most famously known for his seven volume magnum opus Kitab al-Manazir (Book of Optics). Ibn al-Haytham wrote 96 books on various topics physics, mathematics, theology, medicine, psychology , astronomy,philosophy, optics and others. The mighty polymath, Ibn al-Haytham's work changed the course of science as centuries later after european dark ages his translated work(Latin, Hebrew) would influence the likes of Roger Bacon, Leonardo Da Vinci, Galileo Galilei, Johannes Kepler, Rene Descartes, Robert Grosseteste, Witelo, Christiaan Huygens, Giambattista della Porta and others who would build on foundations laid by Ibn al- Haytham and make significant contributions in science. A crater on moon has been named in Ibn al Haytham's honour, impact crater Alhazen.Asteroid 59239 Alhazen was also named to honour the genius Ibn al Haytham. In 2015, International year of Light celebrated the 1000th anniversary of the works on optics by Ibn al Haytham. Ibn al-Haytham died in March 1040 A.D Cairo, Egypt. #ibnalhaytham #alhazen #alhacen #science #cameraobscura #physicist #philosopher #medicine #yearoflight #muslimscientists #arabscientist #renaissance #muslimcivilization #islamicgoldenage #goldenageofscience #haytham #scientificinnovation #inventions #pinholecamera #bookofoptics #islamiccivilization #fountofmoderncivilization #asteroid59239 #polymath #mathematics #rogerbacon #leonardodavinci #galileo #averroes #descartes https://www.instagram.com/p/CD6FHGWjUtX/?igshid=10uoz4s8zxipw

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Learning from the past I tried To stare the world in the eyes Find strength to pull me through I saw through my tests and trials A road that ran a thousand miles At the end was only truth . I will shine on tomorrow Light the way for all to follow In the darkness I will shine I will shine on forever Take my chance now or never In the darkness I will shine #samiyusuf #spiritique #shine #believe #motivation #mindset #positivevibes #positivity #1001inventions #omarsharif #ibnalhaytham #ahmedsalim #mindsetmatters #mindsetofgreatness #mindsetiseverything #loveyourself #legacy #tradition #selfbelief #thousandmiles #testandtrials #truth #shine #darkness

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Illustration of scientist Ibn al-Haytham I created for Macmillan Publishers Ltd a little while back. Copyright Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Want to see more? Check out educational illustration & more in my portfolio on my website: www.bethaulton.com (link in bio). . . . #illustrationblog #scientist #ibnalhaytham #educational #illustration #educationalillustration #egypt #eal #vibrant #bright #colourful #manx #coast #picturebook #kidsbook #bookart #history #illustration #textbookart #artgift #illustration #illustrator #beth_aulton_art #illustrator #diversity #people #fun https://www.instagram.com/p/BvyvJ3DgcPo/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=x20qrab84vzm

[bradley-steffens-author]

“The novel is engaging and an easy read. It is recommended that one have some knowledge of the eventful life of Ibn al-Haytham in order to fully appreciate the fictionalized plot, but that is not required. It stands on its own in terms of exciting storyline, interesting dialogue and well-written prose. Even readers who have never heard of Ibn al-Haytham before will be pulled into the action of the story and perhaps even develop an interest in the scientist’s real achievements.”

—Blue Minaret

[ichigoichiyo]

The glory of Islam. School give us a different fact. #islamicfact #islam #muslim #proudmuslim #islamichistory #fakta #mengungkapsejarah #funfact #gravitasi #ibnalhaytham

[omarkn]

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[FILM] 1001 Inventions & World of Ibn Al Haytham https://t.co/qg0sOmhRKt 11th century #IbnAlHaytham wrote at least 96 books, most famous is #BookOfOptics became very influential in understanding fundamental nature of #light. Celebrate @IDLofficial #IDL2020

— 1001 Inventions (@1001inventions) May 15, 2020

[moque]

#alhazen #ibnalhaytham (at Karrada Dakhil)

[bradley-steffens-author]

“If you’re into physics you may know the name of the 10th century mathematician, philosopher and scientist Ibn al-Haytham, most commonly known as the father of optics. If you’re more into fiction and do not wish to read nonfiction texts about ancient scientists, then take heart. The story of Ibn al-Haytham has now been fictionalized masterfully by Bradley Steffens in the new book The Prisoner of al-Hakim.”

—Blue Minaret

[bradley-steffens-author]

“Showing religious faith—especially the kind of quiet, devout faith Ibn al-Haytham practiced—can be as difficult for the writer as depicting the inner workings of a great mind. In the book’s final third, Steffens does both, and he does so without losing the story’s momentum. As Alhasan grows in his faith, he grows intellectually, too. His scientific revelations are inextricably connected to his practice of Islam.”

— Justin Pahl, The Fountain, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim

[bradley-steffens-author]

“Halfway through The Prisoner of Al-Hakim, most readers will have a sense of where the book is headed—trials and tribulations, but ultimately triumph. But then the novel sharply veers off course, and the book’s action moves from the banks of the Nile to the confines of Alhasan’s mind. Again, were Steffens a less talented writer, such a dramatic swerve might seem forced; here, it seems natural. As with all good writing, the characters dictate the action, not vice versa.”

— Justin Pahl, The Fountain, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim

[bradley-steffens-author]

“When their party is beset by bandits, the two men are forced to rely on one another. The reader will recognize their relationship following a well-worn, but effective, arc–from enmity to grudging respect, and finally to friendship. This trajectory could feel pat in the hands of lesser writer, but Steffens’ myriad talents imbue it with grace and very real emotion.”

— Justin Pahl, The Fountain, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim

[bradley-steffens-author]

“Fate, however, did not grant Ibn al-Haytham his quiet life—or us our quiet book. While walking home from his friend’s study, Alhasan notices a mysterious stranger stalking him through the streets of Basra. His encounter with Al-Ghazi, a brutish emissary from the Fatimid Caliphate, will upend Alhasan’s modest existence, sending him on a journey to Cairo, where Al-Hakim—the Mad Caliph—demands a dam be constructed to block the Nile. Alhasan will be the man to design it and oversee its construction.”

— Justin Pahl, The Fountain, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim

[bradley-steffens-author]

"It’s not easy to dramatize the acts of thinking and creating–and harder still to do so in a subtle, elegant style–yet Steffens manages the trick. Watching Alhasan’s mind work is a beautiful process, the prose moving along smoothly, like the gears of a reliable old clock.”

— Justin Pahl, The Fountain, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim

[bradley-steffens-author]

“From the very first page Steffens brilliantly brings Alhasan’s internal character to life on the page, sketching a conflicted, fascinating portrait of a reluctant hero.”

— Justin Pahl, The Fountain, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim

[bradley-steffens-author]

“A thread that runs through the novel is a deftly woven story of Ibn Al-Haytham and his student, who ends up teaching him bigger lessons in return.”

—Wardah Books, Singapore, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim

[bradley-steffens-author]

“Bradley Steffens humanises Ibn Al-Haytham in a dignified way, illustrating the inspirations and thought processes behind many of his defining philosophical and scientific discoveries.”

—Wardah Books, Singapore, on The Prisoner of Al-Hakim