Transformation of Islamic Education in the Umayyad Era and Its Global Civilizational Impact
Keywords:
Islamic Education, Scientific Tradition, TransformationAbstract
This study examines the transformation of Islamic education during the Umayyad Caliphate and its contribution to the development of global scientific civilization. The research aims to analyze how institutional reforms, curriculum expansion, and translation movements shaped a structured and progressive educational system. Using a qualitative historical approach, this study explores primary and secondary sources to trace the evolution of educational institutions such as mosques, halaqah circles, madrasahs, and libraries. The findings reveal that the Umayyad era was marked by significant advancements in religious, rational, and applied sciences supported by systematic learning structures. The translation of scientific works from Greek, Persian, and Indian scholars triggered rapid intellectual growth and contributed to innovations in fields such as medicine, mathematics, astronomy, philosophy, and natural sciences. A key novelty of this research lies in its emphasis on the integration of spirituality with rational inquiry as a defining characteristic of Umayyad educational thought. The results highlight that Al-Andalus emerged as a major academic center facilitating the transfer of knowledge to Europe, ultimately influencing the rise of the European Renaissance. This study implies that the historical model of Islamic education under the Umayyads offers valuable insights for developing modern educational systems grounded in literacy, scientific exploration, and holistic intellectual development
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