“Confluence of Streams” is a scholarly work that examines the intricate influences of Jewish, Christian, and Gnostic mysticism on Islamic thought. It delves into the impact of Jewish Mysticism, discussing elements like Merkabah Mysticism, Gematria, and the concept of the Primordial Man (Insan Al-Kamil), and how these concepts influenced Islamic beliefs. The exploration then shifts to Christian Mysticism, analyzing the integration of Hulul into Islamic theology through concepts like Logos and the influence of Christian monastic traditions on Muslim mysticism. The book also probes into the Hermetic and Gnostic streams, looking at how Hermetic sciences and concepts like Homoousios find parallels in Islamic Wahdatul Wajood. The final chapter reflects on the divergence and convergence of these mystical streams, offering a comprehensive understanding of their collective impact on Islamic mysticism.
Mystics – Confluence of Streams
Mystics – Confluence of Streams