Focuses on divine metaphysics. The author wrote it in order to elucidate a new rational theology in which he demonstrated the most controversial topics in Islamic theology. He discusses the existence of God, His attributes, His acts, and the Resurrection as well as the nature of the non-material worlds.
Divine Manifestations is the first English translation of Mulla Sadra Shirazis final work on divine metaphysics. Written at the request of his students who wanted a concise and accessible summary of his philosophy, Divine Manifestations exemplifies the rational theology Mulla Sadra is famed for. In Divine Manifestations, Mulla Sadra addresses the most gripping topics in Islamic theology in a thoroughly thought-provoking manner. This work represents Mulla Sadras ultimate metaphysical perspective; it is interwoven with his innovative Quranic interpretation and is replete with commentary on, and indirect criticism of, the orthodox theology of his day.