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 Introduction Ibn Sina, known in the West as Avicenna, was a Persian polymath whose contributions to medicine, philosophy, and science during the Islamic Golden Age have left an indelible mark on history. His most famous work, The Cannon of Medicine, became a cornerstone of medical practice in both the Islamic world and medieval Europe. Ibn Sina's profound insights and pioneering approach have ensured his legacy endures to this day. Early Life of Ibn Sina  Born in 980 AD in Afshana, near Bukhara (present-day Uzbekistan), Ibn Sina was a prodigious child with a voracious appetite for learning. His father, a government official, provided him with an excellent education. By the age of 10, he had memorized the Quran and was well-versed in various sciences and philosophy. His intellectual environment fostered his early interest in medicine, mathematics, and metaphysics. Historical Context Ibn Sina lived during the Islamic Golden Age, a period marked by significant advancements in science