Abu'l-Barakat Al-Baghdadi's Metaphysical Philosophy
The Kitab Al-Mutabar
Moshe M. Pavlov
400 pages | ~11 hrs
Abu'l-Barakat Al-Baghdadi's Metaphysical Philosophy
The Kitab Al-Mutabar
By Moshe M. Pavlov
This scholarly exploration invites readers into the profound metaphysical world of Abu'l-Barakat al-Baghdadi, a remarkable philosopher who dared to challenge conventional wisdom in medieval Arabic-Jewish intellectual circles. Through careful analysis of his masterwork, the Kitab al-Mu'tabar, author Moshe M. Pavlov unveils a systematic philosophy that bridges spiritual inquiry with rational investigation.
The journey begins with fundamental questions about time, creation, and causality before ascending to higher realms of understanding. Abu'l-Barakat's vision encompasses a spiritual dimension populated by mental entities, culminating in a conception of the Divine as the ultimate source of knowledge and wisdom. This philosophical framework offers readers a unique perspective on how consciousness relates to reality and how human understanding can progress toward deeper truths.
What makes this work particularly compelling is its integration of metaphysical speculation with scientific thinking, demonstrating how spiritual philosophy can engage meaningfully with empirical observation. The author presents extensive translations alongside detailed analysis, making these medieval insights accessible to contemporary seekers.
For those drawn to philosophical spirituality, this book provides a rare window into a comprehensive worldview that honors both rational inquiry and mystical understanding. It offers valuable perspectives for anyone exploring the relationship between knowledge, consciousness, and ultimate reality, while contributing to our understanding of how different wisdom traditions have approached life's deepest questions.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Philosophie islamique
- ✓ Explore Philosophie médiévale
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Understand metaphysical principles
- ✓ Explore Eastern
- ✓ Explore Métaphysique
- ✓ Explore Science, philosophy
- ✓ Explore PHILOSOPHY
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Details
- Published
- 2017
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Group
- ISBN-13
- 9781138640498
- ISBN-10
- 1138640492
- Pages
- 400
- Language
- EN
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