Pronunciation: [ˈabdɪɹˌɑːmən ˈa͡ɪbən kˈɑːldʌn] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "Abderrahman Ibn Khaldun" is [ˈabdɪɹˌɑːmən ˈa͡ɪbən kˈɑːldʌn], [ˈabdɪɹˌɑːmən ˈaɪbən kˈɑːldʌn], [ˈa_b_d_ɪ_ɹ_ˌɑː_m_ə_n ˈaɪ_b_ə_n k_ˈɑː_l_d_ʌ_n] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Abderrahman Ibn Khaldun, also known as Ibn Khaldun, was a renowned Arab historian, philosopher, and scholar. He was born in Tunis in the year 1332 and is considered one of the most influential figures in the field of social sciences and historiography.
Ibn Khaldun's contributions are mainly centered around his monumental work, "Muqaddimah," also known as "The Introduction" or "Prolegomena." This literary masterpiece is a comprehensive compilation of his thoughts on various subjects, including history, sociology, economics, politics, and culture. It is widely regarded as one of the earliest books to introduce a scientific approach to the study of history.
His definition of history emphasized the importance of social and economic factors in shaping societies. Ibn Khaldun argued that civilizations tend to rise and fall in cycles and identified various stages of development in these cycles. He also emphasized the significance of cultural and geographical influences on the progress of societies and their subsequent decline.
Ibn Khaldun's scholarship extended beyond historical analysis. He made significant contributions to various fields, including economics and sociology, and is considered a pioneer in the disciplines of demography and social theory. His ideas on the social cohesion of tribes and the impact of leadership on societies have greatly influenced subsequent generations of scholars.
Ibn Khaldun's theories and methodologies have continued to inspire researchers and historians across the globe. His emphasis on the interplay between society, culture, and economics has provided a strong foundation for the study of human societies, firmly establishing him as one of the most influential thinkers in history.
