Philosophy of Rabi'a al-Adawiyya on Beauty and Phenomenological Love
Saudi Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences February 13, 2025 Adil Hassan Abdelrhman Alagab
Rabi'a al-Adawiyya's philosophy centers on beauty and phenomenological love, emphasizing a direct, transformative connection with God. Her poetry and teachings distinguish between passionate, personal, and reverential love, highlighting the beauty found in the divine relationship that brings inner peace and fulfillment. Rabi'a's intense longing and devotion prioritize God's pleasure above all, asserting that true contentment transcends the material world. The analysis concludes that prioritizing the divine relationship over worldly concerns is transformative.