Unveiling the Genius of Abbas Ibn Firnas: The Visionary Who Invented Eyeglasses Long Before Anyone Else!
Imagine using glasses that correct your vision thousands of years ago, invented by a genius from Andalusia, a man largely unknown despite laying the foundation for this revolutionary invention: Abbas Ibn Firnas.
Centuries ago, the Andalusian scholar Abbas Ibn Firnas was among the first scientists to establish the foundations of optics. He is credited with inventing the first eyeglasses in history, an unprecedented invention for his time. These ancient glasses are considered one of the most important discoveries that contributed to the development of human understanding of vision and eye correction. Today, they are preserved in the Science Museum in London, bearing witness to the genius of their inventor.
Abbas Ibn Firnas was not just an optician; he was a multi-talented engineer and inventor in the 9th century CE. He also contributed to the fields of aviation and engineering. His invention of eyeglasses is considered evidence of the advancement of Islamic civilization in Andalusia and its influence on modern science. This scientific legacy reflects the ingenuity of Muslim scholars who paved the way for many subsequent discoveries.
Source: Science Museum, London