The Dialogue of Peace and War in Ibn Khaldun's Philosophy

Abstract

Abstract

This research investigates the discourse of "Peace and War" within the philosophy of Ibn Khaldun, aiming to deconstruct the dialectic between these two concepts within the context of human civilization (Al-Umran Al-Bashari). The conceptual framework of this study is grounded in defining the essence of "Dialogue"—both linguistically and terminologically—while clarifying its nature, classifications, and normative determinants. Furthermore, the study seeks to establish the conceptual foundations of "Peace and War" and define their operational significance within the Khaldunian corpus.

The research is organized into four main pillars: The first pillar provides a linguistic and philosophical reading of the concept of dialogue. The second pillar explores the conceptual analysis of peace and war. The third pillar offers a comparative historical study of these concepts across the Mesopotamian civilization, Greek philosophy, and Islamic philosophy. Finally, the fourth pillar addresses the core of this study: "The Dialogue of Peace and War in Ibn Khaldun’s Philosophy."

The study adopts an integrated methodological approach, employing descriptive, analytical, historical, comparative, and critical methods. It utilizes a robust collection of Arabic and Iraqi sources, which significantly enriched the intellectual depth of the research. The paper concludes with a summary of the primary findings, followed by a comprehensive list of references.