, ,August 2026 ,Pages 482-492
L.Dr. Abdul Qader Abdul Rahman Najm Al-Din
This research sheds light on the life and works of Sheikh Ahmad Najm al-Din al-Barzanji, one of the most prominent intellectual and scholarly figures in Iraq and Kurdistan during the 20th century. The study aims to explore the facets of his genius, which combined Islamic jurisprudence with pure sciences (mathematics), linguistic proficiency, and transnational missionary activity.
The research examines the Sheikh's family roots in the village of al-Shurja, the role of religious upbringing in shaping his character, and his mastery of seven international languages (Kurdish, Arabic, Turkish, Persian, English, French, and Urdu). It traces the Sheikh's scholarly journey, beginning with his historic trip to Syria and Egypt in 1959. The study also details his scholarly and literary output, including his published and manuscript works in Arabic and Kurdish, drawing on testimonies from his peers and students.