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Introduction different perspective, drawing
Personal identity is a subject upon the teachings of the
that delves into the Qur’an and the intellectual
philosophical inquiries that contributions of Islamic
arise concerning our existence thinkers. Accordingly, they
as human beings. It have managed to provide
encompasses a multitude of comprehensive and satisfactory
questions that are pondered responses, not only to the
by nearly all individuals: aforementioned questions but
What defines my essence? also to other related inquiries.
When did my existence Noticeably, these discussions
commence? Who am I at the fall within the realm of
core? What will become of metaphysics, encompassing
me upon my demise? concepts that extend beyond
Throughout history, these the boundaries of human
questions have been extensively imagination, such as the pre-
explored by various philosophers life and post-life existence.
and religious traditions, each In this article, we will
offering distinct responses delve into some topics within
that have shaped the lives of Islamic philosophy and
their followers accordingly. Qur’anic teachings, specifically
However, Western philosophy exploring the perspective of
has thus far failed to provide the Misbah Yazdi to shed light
conclusive answers to these on the nature of human
inquiries, as the multitude of identity.
ideas put forth only serves to Misbah Yazdi possessed a
highlight its inherent limitations. profound understanding of
On the opposite side, the Mulla Sadra's philosophy and
Islamic tradition and Islamic Islamic knowledge. His works,
philosophy have approached characterized by their simplicity
these questions with a and accessibility, have resonated
