Condolences: The Passing of Royal Professor Tan Sri Dr. Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas
KUALA LUMPUR – IIUM Holdings Group of Companies expresses its deep sorrow and grief over the passing of Royal Professor Tan Sri Dr. Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas. This world-renowned Islamic thinker returned to his Creator last evening, corresponding to 18 Ramadan 1447H.
A Great Loss for the Academic and Islamic World
The passing of the late Professor is a deeply felt loss, not only for the community of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), but for the entire academic community and Muslims worldwide.
He was known as a great scholar who made an invaluable contribution to the world of Islamic thought. As the visionary founder of the International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation (ISTAC), he set a high benchmark in the study of civilisation and Islamic philosophy.
A Legacy of Knowledge and Human Thought
Throughout his life, Royal Professor Tan Sri Dr. Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas successfully elevated the treasury of Islamic philosophy, tasawwuf, and adab as central pillars of education. His works on Malay and Islamic history reshaped the intellectual landscape both within the region and internationally.
His commitment to shaping the "true human being" through refined education will always be remembered. The legacy of wisdom he leaves behind will surely continue to live on and inspire future generations.
Prayers and Hopes
IIUM Holdings Group of Companies extends its deepest condolences to the entire family of the late Professor. We pray that Allah SWT forgives all his sins, showers him with His mercy, and grants him a noble place in Jannatul Firdaus alongside the Prophets, the Siddiqin, and the righteous.
Let us come together to recite Al-Fatihah and pray that his soul is showered with mercy, and that strength and patience be granted to the family left behind.
Al-Fatihah.
From: The Board of Directors, Senior Management, and the Entire Staff of IIUM Holdings Group of Companies.