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Ibn Arabi

A major figure in metaphysics, spiritual writing, and interpretive traditions.

560-638 AH / 1165-1240 CEMurcia and DamascusMystic philosopher and author

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Ibn Arabi Mystic philosopher and author

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Ibn Arabi is presented as mystic philosopher and author associated with Murcia and Damascus. The working chronology for this record is 560-638 AH / 1165-1240 CE. A major figure in metaphysics, spiritual writing, and interpretive traditions.

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560-638 AH / 1165-1240 CE

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