Explaining the connection and the way of interaction between the Theology and mysticism in the works of Alaa ol-Doleh Semnani

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1 Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Persian Language and Literature, Isfahan University, Isfahan, Iran

2 Corresponding author, Professor, Department of Persian Language and Literature, Isfahan University, Isfahan, Iran

Abstract

Purpose: One of the important features of mystical literary texts is their connection with theology, which can indicate the importance of theological topics from the point of view of mystics. This research tries to prove, while examining the reflection of theological topics in the works of Alaa al-Doleh Semnani, that the science of theology is considered a worthy elementary perfection in order for the seeker to reach his goal.
Method and Research: According to these characteristics, in this article, the method of connecting Theology and mysticism in the works of Alaa al-Doulah Semnani is investigated and explained.
Findings and Conclusions: The seeker tries to gradually improve his knowledge by using the tool of words, to get out of the domain of verbal knowledge, and to achieve intuitive knowledge.
Conclusions:  Examining the interaction between theology and mysticism in the works of Alaa al-Doleh Semnani, shows that theology is effective in three ways in mystical topics: 1- Design of new topics (problem plan). 2- Description and explanation of the problem and preparation of the necessary infrastructures 3- Changing the language and the breadth of the vocabulary. On the other hand, mysticism also has an effect on theology in four parts: 1- Designing new topics (problem design). 2- Criticizing theological teachings 3- Clarifying the ambiguities and completing the theological teachings 4- Explaining and deepening the theological reflections on various issues.

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Journal of Prose Studies in Persian Literature
Volume 28, Issue 57
September 2025
Pages 125-142

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