ABU RAYHAN BERUNI’S PHENOMENON IN THE FIRST RENAISSANCE:SCIENTIFIC THOUGHT AND INTELLECTUAL LEGACY
Keywords:
First Renaissance, Abu Rayhan Beruni, science, Central Asia, astronomy, intellectual heritage, medieval scholarship.Abstract
The First Renaissance in Central Asia produced many great scholars whose works influenced world civilization. Among them, occupies a special place because of his universal scientific thinking and interdisciplinary approach. This article examines Beruni’s phenomenon during the First Renaissance through the IMRAD structure. The study analyzes his contribution to astronomy, geography, mathematics, medicine, and cultural studies. Historical-comparative and analytical methods were used to investigate
the significance of Beruni’s scientific heritage. The findings show that Beruni established innovative research principles based on observation, experimentation, and critical analysis. His intellectual legacy became an important foundation for the development of Eastern and Western science. The article concludes that Beruni’s scientific worldview reflects the essence of the First Renaissance and demonstrates the universal value of knowledge in human civilization.
