Document Type
Book Chapter
Publication Date
4-25-2025
Keywords
Abu al-Hasan Ali ibn Sahl Rabban al Tabari, anatomy, astronomy, embryology
Disciplines
Developmental Psychology
Abstract
Abu al-Hasan Ali ibn Sahl Rabban al-Tabari was born to a Persian family in current-day Turkmenistan, but later moved to what is now Northern Iran. Born circa 838 CE, he died around 870 CE. A Muslim hakim (wise man), he is known for his contributions to the field of medicine and psychology. As a teacher, his legacy continued with his student, Muhammad ibn Zakarīya Rāzi ("Rhazes").
Recommended Citation
Pirooz, Mithra H. and Santo, Jonathan B., "Ali ibn Sahl Rabban al-Tabari" (2025). Essays in Developmental Psychology. 13.
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/edp/13