فهرست نشریات علمی دسترسی آزاد ایران

This article delves into the comparative analysis of light aesthetics within Suhrawardi’s philosophy of illumination and Plato’s theory of beauty. Both philosophers regard light as fundamental to understanding truth and beauty, highlighting its interconnectedness with love and knowledge. In his Theory of Forms, Plato views physical beauty as merely a reflection of the absolute beauty that exists in the realm of ideas, which can be grasped through reasoning and dialectical thought. Conversely, Suhrawardi perceives beauty as a direct manifestation of divine light and champions an intuitive, mystical approach to its recognition. This study also examines the insights of key interpreters such as Henry Corbin and Gholamhossein Dinani, illuminating both the congruences and divergences between these philosophical approaches. Furthermore, it analyzes their influence on Islamic art and contemporary artistic expressions. Suhrawardi’s notion of light as a vital link between the sensory realm and divine truth has significantly enriched spiritual experiences within visual arts, serving as a conduit for deeper understanding and transformative encounters. Overall, the interplay of light in these philosophies reveals profound implications for artistic creation and appreciation in both historical and modern contexts.