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Zafar Iqbal, a seasoned scholar, holds a Master's in Philosophy from the University of Karachi (2011) and Magisters in Islamic History and International Relations from the Federal Urdu University of Arts Sciences and Technology in 2014 and 2016, respectively. His Bachelor of Arts is from the University of Karachi (2008). Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Philosophy, Ethics, and Religious Studies at the University of Karachi since August 14, 2022. Actively engaged in academia, Zafar serves as a Researcher at the Universidade de Coimbra Instituto de Estudos Filosóficos, holding a position in Carreiras / Categorias Subsistentes at The Prism Services. His intellectual contributions include two published articles and the authorship of five books, focusing on Humanities with an emphasis on Philosophy, Ethics, Religion, Theology, History, and Philosophy of Science and Technology. As a committed scholar, Zafar demonstrates editorial finesse as the driving force behind the thematic magazine "al-Kalam." His dedication to academic advancement is further highlighted through teaching experiences in philosophy and history courses. Notably, he has formulated a comprehensive philosophy syllabus for diverse educational settings, including the Islamic seminary (madrasah) at Jamia Isha'at ul uloom, Akkal Kawwa (Maharashtra, India). Within the framework of his activities at the IEF, he is seeking research focuses on the strategic priorities "Care, Heritage, and History of Philosophy" and "Care, Politics, and Ethics" (https://www.uc.pt/en/fluc/ief/research/). Zafar's academic interests span the intersections of Islamic philosophy with healthcare, the medical history, and comparative ethical perspectives in traditional Christian and Islamic medicine in South Asia. Within the realm of bioethics, his thematic focus intricately navigates the balance between right-based healthcare and the pervasive medicalization of life. Importantly, this exploration is integrally linked to the ongoing modernization process, challenging traditional beliefs, and advocating for industrial lifestyles as catalysts for societal progress.
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Identification

Personal identification

Full name
Zafar Iqbal
Gender
Male

Citation names

  • Iqbal, Zafar
  • Zafar Iqbal

Author identifiers

Ciência ID
6017-42EA-1B28
ORCID iD
0009-0002-3269-8936

Email addresses

  • zafar.q.iqbal@gmail.com (Professional)

Knowledge fields

  • Humanities - Philosophy, Ethics and Religion - Theology
  • Humanities - Philosophy, Ethics and Religion - History and Philisophy of Science and Technology

Languages

Language Speaking Reading Writing Listening Peer-review
Urdu (Mother tongue)
English Advanced (C1) Proficiency (C2) Proficiency (C2) Advanced (C1)
Arab Upper intermediate (B2) Upper intermediate (B2) Intermediate (B1) Intermediate (B1)
Persian Elementary (A2) Upper intermediate (B2) Intermediate (B1) Intermediate (B1)
Punjabi Upper intermediate (B2) Upper intermediate (B2) Intermediate (B1) Advanced (C1)
Hindi Intermediate (B1) Elementary (A2) Beginner (A1) Advanced (C1)
Education
Degree Classification
2022/08/14 - 2024/08/15
Ongoing
 Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Studies (Doctor)
Major in Research Methodology, French Philosophy, Liberal Political Theory, Hermeneutics, Phenomenology, Islamic Philosophy
University of Karachi, Pakistan
"Al- Ghazali's Epistemology: A Historico-Philosophical Exploration of His Critique of Greek Philosophies and Its Relevance in Contemporary Postcolonial South Asian Islamic Intellectual Discourse" (THESIS/DISSERTATION)
 M.Phil Coursework (2 Semesters)
2014/05/06 - 2016/05/06
Concluded
 International Relations (Magister)
Major in Theories & Principle of IR, History of European Diplomacy, Foreign Policy of Pakistan, International Economy, World affairs (1945)
Federal Urdu University of Arts Sciences and Technology, Pakistan
2012/10/14 - 2014/12/04
Concluded
 Islamic History (Magister)
Major in Early Muslim History, Islamic Political Thought & Institutions, Muslim Historiography, Legacy of Ibn-Khaldun.
Federal Urdu University of Arts Sciences and Technology, Pakistan
2009/09/28 - 2011/09/28
Concluded
 Philosophy (Master)
Major in History of Ancient & Medieval Philosophy, Modern Philosophy, Muslim Philosophy, Logic & Scientific Method, Philosophy Religion,
University of Karachi, Pakistan
2006/07/01 - 2008/07/04
Concluded
 Bachelor of Arts (Bachelor)
Major in Philosophy, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Islamic History & Urdu
University of Karachi, Pakistan
Affiliation

Science

Category
Host institution 		Employer
2024/01/23 - Current Researcher (Research) Universidade de Coimbra Instituto de Estudos Filosóficos, Portugal

Other Careers

Category
Host institution 		Employer
2016/01/05 - Current Carreiras / Categorias Subsistentes The Prism Services , Pakistan
The Prism Services , Pakistan

Others

Category
Host institution 		Employer
2013/05/31 - 2015/12/31 Teaching Merit n Merit School, Pakistan
Board of Secondary Education , Pakistan
2010/01/01 - 2012/06/30 Teaching Iqra’atul Ilm Academy, Pakistan
Board of Secondary Education , Pakistan
Outputs

Publications

Book
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. Ulum-i-Aqaliyyah aur Zawal-i Ummat, (Rational Sciences and declining of Ummah). 2025.
    Under revision
  2. Iqbal, Zafar. Sayyiduna Mu¿awiyah: Dispelling Distortions of History. Moldova: Generis Publishing. 2024.
    Published
  3. Iqbal, Zafar. Mawlana Muhammad Amin Orakzai: Alim Ba Amal Sufi Ba Safa (Mystical Thoughts of Muhammad Amin Orakzai. Karachi, Pakistan: Maktaba Umar Farooque, Karachi. 2018.
    Published
  4. Iqbal, Zafar. Islam aur Jadidiyyat ki Kashmakash, (Conflict Between Islam and Modernism). Karachi, Pakistan: Idara Ilm-o-Danish. 2014.
    Published
  5. Iqbal, Zafar. Islam aur Jadid Science: Nae Tanazur mein, (Islam and Modern Science in New Context). Karachi, Pakistan: Idara Ilm-o-Danish. 2012.
    Published
  6. Iqbal, Zafar. Sayyidna Muawiyyah: Gumrah Kun Ghalat Fehmiyaun ka Izala. Karachi, Pakistan: Maktaba Umar Farooque, Karachi. 2006.
    Published
Book review
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. "Review". Review of Wiladat-i-Isa aur Munkireen-i-Hadis, (Review on the book Birth of Masih and unbelievers of Hadith by Dr. Muhammad Deen Qasmi). 22, (2007): 61-68.
    Published
Conference abstract
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. "The Philosophical Disagreement Between Civil and Non Civil Society". Paper presented in 3rd International Conference on Contemporary Scholarship and Islam (iconcsis3), Kuala Lumpur, 2019.
    Accepted
Conference paper
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. "A Philosophical Investigation into Human-Nature Relationship and Ecological Nexus: Contesting Modern Assumptions and their Consequences". Paper presented in Aesthetics and Ethics of Nature: Coimbra International Conference on Environmental Care, Coimbara, 2024.
    Submitted
Journal article
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. "Maulana Muhammad Abdul Haleem Chishti: Shakhsiyat aur Muhasin (Maulana Muhammad Abdul Haleem Chishti: Personality and Qualities)". Tahqeeqat-e-Islami 42 1 (2023): 93-114.
  2. Iqbal, Zafar. "Maulawana Muhammad Abdul Shakoor Farooqi Lacknawi ki maktoob Nigari". Epistemology 6 6 (2019): 88-117.
    Published
Journal issue
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. "Al-Kalam (Thematic Magazine)". 1 1 (2024):
    Under revision • Editor
Magazine article
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. "Shaikhu'l-Hind ka Ahsani wa Irfani Muqam, (Shaikh al-Hind: Benevolence and Gnostics)", Mutaleat , 2022
  2. Iqbal, Zafar. "Maulana Habibullah Mukhtar ki Talifat wa Tarajim: Riwayat ki baqa aur Tajuddud ka Rud", Bayyinat , 2018
  3. Iqbal, Zafar. "Maddi Taraqqi ka Lazima: Wahima Ya Haqiqat, (Identity Crisis: Natural Corollary of Material Progress: Illusion or Reality?)", Al-Sharia, 2014
Preface / Postscript
  1. Iqbal, Zafar. "Muqaddimah". Preface to “Maktoobat-i Imam-i Ahl-i Sunnat”, (Preface in the book, “Correspondence of Imam e Ahle Sunnat Maulana Abdul Shakoor Lakhnavi”), 25-58. Lahore, Pakistan: Dar-ul-kitab. 2021.
    Published
  2. Iqbal, Zafar. "Deebacha". Preface to Murawwajah Mehfil-i-Milad¿, (Preface in the book, ¿Traditional Birthday Ceremony¿), 5-37. Lahore, Pakistan: Dar-ul-kitab. 2010.
    Published
Activities

Consulting

Activity description Institution / Organization
2016/01/05 - Current Post Master's in Philosophy, transitioned from HR assistant in 2016 to Deputy HR Manager by 2021. Started with admin/recruitment, evolved into HR Generalist focusing on policy development and employee relations. Currently lead HR operations, emphasizing strategic initiatives and talent management. My journey signifies personal growth and a significant contribution to the HR strategy and success. Leveraging my philosophical background, I integrate critical thinking into educational activities, fostering holistic development within the organization. The Prism Services , Pakistan