Introduction Wartenberg in his article âIllustrating philosophy: Mel Bochnerâs Wittgenstein drawingsâ dealt with illustrating the abstract claims of philosophy.[1] Farabi was a renowned philosopher having a variety of writings in the fields of metaphysics, political philosophy, ethics, logic, mathematics, and cosmology. He was also a musician and music scholar. Moreover, he is credited with his […]
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The immense confusion surrounding sexuality is a powerful indication of the spiritual crisis of the modern world. What are the causes and underlying factors of this state of confusion? The effects of the sexual revolution of the 1960sâa movement rooted in much earlier ideologiesâhave not diminished but, rather, expanded. The gradual emergence of the Enlightenment project has led to the desacralization of human existence, reducing higher realities to the plane of the material. Modern psychology has played a decisive role in this problem by limiting its account of sexuality to the purely horizontal level of the psycho-physical, when a true comprehension requires the vertical dimension of the Spirit. Modern mental health treatments initially identified the lack of sexual fulfillment as the etiology of psychopathology itself and, while many novel treatment modalities have since been created, to a great extent they only add to the confusion. By contrast, sacred psychology and its metaphysical foundations provide a framework that integrates the horizontal and vertical dimensions of sexuality.
Transcendent Philosophy Journal
Languages of the Self: Convergences in Approaches of Ibn Arabi and Abhinavagupta
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This paper  compares  the language of the Self and associated metaphysical and mystical conceptions in Kashmir Saivism and Sufism, as presented in Abhinabgupta and Ibn Arabi, subsuming them   under the rubric of common   traditional metaphysics. It notes that both share the conceptions of Absolute and nondualism and advocate almost analogous schemes of descent of the Absolute towards the increasingly grosser or impure states of existence. Both share a realist ontology, affirmative transcendence, metaphysics of Beauty, pen and point and number of techniques and practices. Against fashionable uniformitarian syncretistic approach to Saivism and Sufism, the paper attempts to situate them in their respective traditions of Vedantic and Islamic frameworks that respects their unique character and different theologies while also emphasizing their shared metaphysics while critiquing reduction of Saivism and Sufism into exclusivist theological shibboleths as they are best comparable on mystical-metaphysical planes. Accepting metaphysical reading of key theological notions and eschatological data presented in the scriptures (that both Ibn Arabi and Abhinavgupta plead for) we can decipher a fundamental transcendental unity between doctrinally divergent universes of Islam and Saivism.
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Muáž„yiddÄ«n Ibn âArabÄ«âs exceptional and multidimensional influence, which perhaps was mainly the result of his extraordinary and comprehensive approach to spiritual concepts, through utilizing his unique linguistic skills in formation of an array of creative terms, expressions, and themes, earned him the title of shaykh al-akbar (the greatest master). This short note provides a few selected examples of central and popular themes in the School of Ibn âArabÄ«.[i]
Transcendent Philosophy Journal
Divine Encounters: Christian Mysticism in Reformed Theology and Its Societal Implications
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This paper explores the impact of Christian mysticism within Reformed theology, examining its theological basis, historical development, and modern interpretations and applications. Grounded in key Reformed doctrines such as the sovereignty of God, grace, the authority of Scripture, and total depravity, Reformed mysticism is presented as deeply integrated into the believer’s spiritual journey. The contributions of historical figures like John Calvin, Jonathan Edwards, John Owen, and Abraham Kuyper are analysed to understand how mystical experiences have been shaped and contextualized within the Reformed tradition. Contemporary theologians, including Timothy Keller, John Piper, and Chris Watkin, are discussed to highlight the ongoing relevance and application of these principles in modern contexts. The paper also addresses the societal implications of mystical experiences, emphasizing their role in driving cultural engagement and social transformation. By inviting dialogue with Islamic Sufism, this paper invites further engagement and comparison, enriching the understanding of global religious experiences. The integration of mystical experiences with principled pluralism and common grace underscores the transformative potential of Reformed mysticism in shaping both individual lives and broader cultural narratives.