Sadr al-Din Muhammad Shirazi (Mulla Sadra), greatest later Islamic philosopher, founder of Transcendent Theosophy.
Notable Works
Four Journeys, Divine Witnesses
Fun Facts
Mulla Sadra spent 15 years in solitary retreat in Kahak village to attain 'Transcendent Theosophy'! His 'Four Journeys' describes 4 spiritual travels: from creation to Truth, in Truth with Truth, from Truth to creation with Truth, and in creation with Truth. He walked to Mecca 7 times and died on his return journey.
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