Silence in Practical Shiite Mysticism

Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Assistant professor, Department of Philosophy of Religion, Religions, and Mysticism, College of Farabi, Tehran, Iran

2 Assistant professor, Department of Abrahamic Religions, Faculty of Religions, University of Religions and Denominations, Qom, Iran

10.22034/jid.2024.303690.2256

Abstract

Modern individuals find themselves amidst a cacophony of physical and mental disturbances and demands. Our remarkable technologies, while awe-inspiring, often encroach upon the sanctuary of silence. Media serves as a conduit for these disturbances, infiltrating our innermost selves with tumultuous noise. These disruptions transcend mere auditory stimuli, penetrating our minds and inundating them with a relentless stream of entertainment clamor. With each passing hour and day, the uproar of sensational music and mindless entertainment grows, devoid of any true catharsis, only fostering emotional detachment. These distractions infiltrate our ears, seeping into our imagination, knowledge, and emotions, disrupting the very core of our desires and pursuits. Their singular objective? To thwart our journey towards silence. Yet, amidst these upheavals lies the root cause of human suffering and the principal barrier between the human soul and its divine origin. In light of this reality, what steps should be taken?

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