نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
عنوان مقاله English
نویسنده English
The topic of humanity and human life has been a central concern in the philosophical thought of Ikhwān al-Ṣafāʾ (the Brethren of Purity). The question this article addresses is whether their anthropological teachings can be reformulated within the framework of modern strategy development, a contemporary practical science. If such a reformulation is possible, the philosophy and theology of Ikhwān al-Ṣafāʾ on the subject of anthropology could be transformed into practical wisdom and theology. This article seeks to resolve this issue by examining the works of this group of sages, as well as relevant secondary literature. The primary findings are as follows: the mission of humanity, according to Ikhwān al-Ṣafāʾ, is to become an actual angel and attain the status of God’s vicegerent. They emphasize one of humanity’s key weaknesses—physicality. However, they also highlight significant strengths, such as the soul, and describe humanity as a microcosm. Accordingly, the opportunities and threats before humans range from ascending to the rank of angels to descending to the level of animals. The goal of human life is to attain happiness in both this world and the hereafter. They identify key strategies for pursuing happiness, including perseverance on the path, maintaining purity of the self, and seeking guidance from a teacher. Additionally, one of a person’s essential duties is to continually assess their own conditions and habits. Thus, it can be argued that Ikhwān al-Ṣafāʾ formulated a strategic plan for human life, even if they did not explicitly define the terminology and components of this new field of knowledge.
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