Ibn Khaldūn (1332-1406) was an Arab Muslim scholar born in Tunisia.
He is renowned for his pioneering work in historiography, sociology, and economics, particularly his book The Muqaddimah.
Ibn Khaldun came from a family of scholars and held various political and religious positions throughout his life.
His theories on the rise and fall of civilizations influenced Ottoman historians and European scholars.
Ibn Khaldun's work is considered groundbreaking for its analytical approach to history and social phenomena.
He is credited with founding modern sociology and making significant contributions to economic thought.
His ideas continue to be studied and debated in academic circles today.
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