Explaining Near-Death Experiences Based on Suhrawardi's Theory of Ideals' World

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So far, various and different theories have been presented, some of which are contradictory, to explain near-death experiences. However, all of them have failed to clarify some of the fundamental aspects of these experiences.

 This article aims at explaining the theory of al-Suhrawardi regarding the world of the ideals, arguing that this theory provides a more rational explanation for these experiences. In al-Suhrawardi's theory of the world of the ideals, the characteristics of this world closely resemble those observed in near-death experiences. Therefore, based on this theory, it is sometimes possible to present near-death experiences by integrating other theories of "Sheikh of Ishraq" [Master of Illumination], such as the theory of Illuminationism, al Anwar alQahira [the overpowering lights], and the dhikir [remembrance].

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Monday 14 April 2025
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