Nasr Abu Zayd

Nasr Abu Zayd (1943–2010) was a Dutch theologian, writer and university teacher.

Also recorded as Nasr Hamid Abu Zayd; N.H. Abu Zayd.

Overview

Born at Tanta in 1943, died at Cairo in 2010.

In detail

Nasr Abu Zayd studied at Cairo University, Leiden University and University of Pennsylvania. the recorded working language is Arabic, Egyptian and English.

The field of work recorded is hermeneutics and Islam.

Employment is recorded with Cairo University, University of Humanistic Studies and Utrecht University. Positions recorded include Cleveringa chair.

Distinctions recorded are Ibn Rushd Prize for Freedom of Thought and Four Freedoms Award – Freedom of Worship.

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Nasr Abu Zayd”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q560307: Nasr Abu Zayd

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