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Averroes: 900 years of living and universal thought
Travel back to the intellectual golden age of Al-Andalus to explore the vast legacy of the polymath Averroes. Expert discussions unpack how this singular thinker bridged cultures and disciplines, leaving an indelible mark on both Arabic and Western philosophy.
L'Institut du Monde Arabe (Paris 5th)
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The Institut du monde arabe honors the 900th anniversary of Averroes—the renowned philosopher, physician, and jurist—during a special panel discussion on Saturday, November 28, 2026. From 15:00 to 16:00, this session explores the vast intellectual legacy of Ibn Rušd, a thinker whose work left an indelible mark on both the Arab world and the Latin West. Held in conjunction with the Les Secrets de l’Alhambra exhibition, this event offers a unique perspective on his enduring influence. Admission is free, subject to seat availability, and the venue is fully wheelchair accessible.
Echoing the exhibition The Secrets of the Alhambra, the Arab World Institute is organizing a series of round tables on the history of Al-Andalus, its figures, and its legacies.
On the occasion of the 900th anniversary of the birth of Averroes (Abū al-Walīd Muḥammad ibn Aḥmad Ibn Rušd, 1126–1198), and echoing the exhibition The Secrets of the Nasrid Alhambra, the Arab World Institute offers a focus dedicated to this major figure of philosophy.
A judge, jurist, physician, and philosopher in the service of the Almohads, Averroes left an exceptionally vast body of work that spans disciplines and has left a lasting mark on intellectual history, from the Arab world to the Latin West.
Coordinated by Jean-Baptiste Brenet
With the participation of Emmanuelle Tixier du Mesnil, Alain de Libera, Mehdi Ghouirgate…
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In alignment with the Les Secrets de l’Alhambra exhibition, the Institut du monde arabe is hosting a roundtable dedicated to Averroes to commemorate the 900th anniversary of his birth. This focus highlights the life and work of Abū al-Walīd Muḥammad ibn Aḥmad Ibn Rušd, a pivotal intellectual whose contributions spanned medicine, law, and philosophy during the Almohad era. His vast body of work continues to bridge the gap between the Arab world and the Latin West.
The discussion will take place on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 15:00 to 16:00 at the Institut du monde arabe in Paris’ 5th arrondissement. Coordinated by Jean-Baptiste Brenet, the session features insights from experts including Emmanuelle Tixier du Mesnil, Alain de Libera, and Mehdi Ghouirgate, who will examine the philosopher's profound impact on intellectual history.
Attendance is free of charge, with entry managed on a first-come, first-served basis within the limits of available seating. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users, ensuring an inclusive environment for all attendees.
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