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Al-Kindi

Known for philosophy, translation culture, mathematics, and scientific writing.

c. 185-256 AH / c. 801-873 CEKufa and BaghdadPhilosopher and translator

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Al-Kindi Philosopher and translator

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Al-Kindi is presented as philosopher and translator associated with Kufa and Baghdad. The working chronology for this record is c. 185-256 AH / c. 801-873 CE. Known for philosophy, translation culture, mathematics, and scientific writing.

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c. 185-256 AH / c. 801-873 CE

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