Thus spoke Abraham, the Intimate Friend: The Eternal... and the Ephemeral
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This profound philosophical and poetic article traces humanity's awakening—from its primal emergence and confrontation with fear, nature, and mortality, to its eternal quest for meaning. Through rich metaphor and Qur’anic allegory, it explores the evolution of human thought from worshiping transient phenomena (stars, moon, sun) toward belief in a transcendent, non-material Absolute—the "Third Dimension" of existence, represented by the Creator. The narrative mirrors the journey of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who moves from doubt to certainty, rejecting idolatry and embracing pure monotheism. Central to the text is the dialogue between the limited, matter-bound mind and the abstract-seeking spirit, ultimately concluding that true guidance lies in divine unity and spiritual surrender.
Author: MANSOUR, Ammar
Language: English
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7081673035
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