Comparative study of the concept of absolute truth in the thought of Nāgārjuna and Ibn Arabi

Abstract

The discussion of absolute truth, which is in fact the discussion of the transcendent essence, has been one of the most important topics in mystical religions and schools throughout history. The essence of truth is the unseen of the unseen and without any manifestation, even the manifestation of the unseen, and it is a truth free from name and symbol. The issue of absolute truth is rooted in the thought of Nagarjooneh and Ibn Arabi in religious and sacred texts. In the sacred texts of both thinkers, right as essence is a truth beyond the world, apparent and distinct from creation, and in its transcendence and sanctity has nothing to do with existence. For this reason, it is impossible to know and recognize and establish any kind of relationship with him. Right has an indescribable nature in terms of essence, and the most important way to describe it is silence.