Suhrawardi

Persian philosopher (1154–1191), known for Illuminationist philosophy.

Key Contributions:

• Developed Illuminationism, blending mysticism and logic.
• Contributed to Islamic philosophy.
• Influenced Mulla Sadra.

Interacting Concepts & Works:

• Philosophy of Illumination (core text)
• Metaphysics (mystical ontology)
• Ibn Sina (influence)
• Mulla Sadra (later influence)
• Sufism (mystical tradition)

Record

Lived: 1154–1191

Tradition: Persian