Born in Tunis, his intellectual journey unfolded against the backdrop of the Islamic Golden Age, a period marked by significant advancements in various disciplines. Khaldun's most renowned work, the "Muqaddimah," serves as both a preface to his history of the world and a profound analysis of the rise and fall of civilisations.

He introduced concepts such as asabiyyah (social cohesion) and articulated the dynamics of power, economy, and culture that influence societies. His insights into the cyclical nature of history and the role of environment in shaping human behaviour remain influential to this day, offering invaluable perspectives for contemporary scholars and thinkers.