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Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas

Philosopher 1931–2026

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About Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas

Expert in Islamic studies and writer from Malaysia (1931–2026)

Ideas represented

Activism Character Education Ethics Faith Purpose Religion Virtue

In their words

“The role of the Sayyids was to spread Islam. This was the most important.”

“The aim of education is to produce a good man.”