Imam Ghazali wrote "Maqasid al-Falasifa" during a period of intense philosophical and intellectual debates in the Islamic world. He aimed to provide a thorough understanding of the philosophical ideas prevalent during his time, while also offering a critical analysis of their strengths and weaknesses.

Written by Imam Ghazali (1058-1111 CE), a renowned Islamic scholar, philosopher, and mystic, "Maqasid al-Falasifa" is a comprehensive book that summarizes the main ideas and arguments of Greek philosophers, particularly Aristotle, and critiques them from an Islamic perspective.