In this episode, we dive into Stephen Hirtenstein’s paper titled “O Marvel!” – A Paradigm Shift towards Integration.

https://ibnarabisociety.org/paradigm-shift-towards-integration-stephen-hirtenstein/

The paper was first presented at the Symposium "Ibn ‘Arabi and the Modern Era", Istanbul, 23–25 May 2008.

The paper examines the relevance of the 13th-century Muslim philosopher Ibn ‘Arabi’s writings in the modern world, arguing that his philosophy offers a lens through which to understand the human condition in a world that is rapidly changing and seemingly headed towards a crisis of its own making. Hirtenstein uses Ibn ‘Arabi’s thought to show that human beings possess a unique capacity for transcendence and integration that can help us navigate the challenges we face. He points to the fundamental principles of Ibn ‘Arabi’s philosophy – the unity of all life, the high rank of humanity, the supremacy of Divine Mercy, and the validity of diverse viewpoints – as pathways to a more harmonious and fulfilling human existence. Hirtenstein ultimately argues that through the realization of our true human potential, as described by Ibn ‘Arabi, we can move beyond a focus on the negative and embrace a more hopeful future.

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