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The discussion shifts to the historical figure Nasir Khosrow, an 11th-century poet and philosopher from the Ismaili tradition. Khosrow's life is marked by a spiritual awakening at the age of 42, prompting him to travel extensively in search of wisdom. His experiences culminate in his acceptance of Ismailism while in Egypt, where he became a prominent missionary. Khosrow's writings, particularly his philosophical work "Jami al-Hikmatayn," advocate for the reconciliation of scientific knowledge with religious faith, arguing that curiosity and inquiry are integral to human nature and divine intention.
Khosrow critiques literal interpretations of religious texts and promotes a more allegorical understanding of scripture, influenced by Neoplatonism. His work remains a significant contribution to Islamic philosophy, advocating for the value of knowledge and science in understanding the divine, and continues to be studied for its insights into medieval Muslim thought.
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In this video I talk about the 11th century Ismaili philosopher Nasir Khusraw and his major work "Jami' al-hikmatayn" or "The union of the two wisdoms".For a more proper introduction to Isma'ilism, check out my previous video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZXbzl1ZneQ&t=363s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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