Saiyad Nizamuddin Ahmad

Dr. Saiyad Nizamuddin Ahmad, a scholar of Islamic philosophy and theology at Florida International University, takes us on a captivating journey through his academic path. He shares insights into his translation of Nasir al-Din al-Tusi's influential work, Tajrīd al-Iʿtiqād, emphasizing the importance of reason in Shia theology. The conversation touches on Tusi's role as both a philosopher and a Sufi, the necessity of commentaries to grasp complex ideas, and the modern relevance of Tusi's thoughts across Sunni and Shia lines. It's a rich exploration of faith and intellect.