Selections from Ibn Khaldun''s introduction

In his famous book "The Introduction," the Arab historian and philosopher Ibn Khaldun addresses the social nature of man and the importance of cooperation between individuals in building prosperous societies. He emphasizes that humans are social beings by nature, as they seek to fulfill their basic needs such as food, drink, and shelter, and achieve this in cooperation and solidarity with other humans. Ibn Khaldun also focuses on the importance of forming social structures capable of protecting individuals from external dangers and internal threats. He stresses that the state, in its modern sense, is concerned with organizing community life and maintaining security and stability, to enable people to live in peace and prosperity, and believes in his in-depth philosophical vision that human society is not just a means of survival, but rather a basis for progress and civilizational growth. Sons of Khaldun consider that cooperation between individuals and the exchange of benefits contributes to developing culture, enhancing morals, and achieving sustainable prosperity.