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International Multi. J. of PURE LIFE, 11(38), Serial Number. 2, Spring. 2024, 25-48

PAPER DERIVED FROM THESIS
An Analytical Approach to the Human Body from the
Perspective of Transcendental Wisdom and Yoruba Philosophy

1*
Mashood Abiola Saad , Dr. Reza Bakhshayesh 2

1.* M.A, Student, Department of Islamic Philosophy, Higher Education Complex of Philosophy and Religious

Studies,Faculty of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Al-Mustafa Intern ational University, Iran, (Corresponding Author)

2. Assistant Prof, Department of Islamic Philosophy, Higher Education Complex of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Faculty of Philosophy and Religious studies, Al-Mustafa International University, Iran, drrbakhshayesh@gmail.com

ARTICLE INFO ABSTRACT
Article History: SU BJECT & OBJECTIVES: This research paper aims to delve
Received: 15 November 2023 into the foundational beliefs and principles of Yoruba Philosophy
Revised: 20 January 2024 and Transcendental wisdom regarding the human body, including
Accepted: 10 February 2024 its composition, function, and significance, aiming to explore the
similarities and differences in their interpretations and
Key Words:
comparative analysis between these two philosophies.
METHOD & FINDING: By utilizing library research,
Human Body
descriptive analysis, and analytical approaches, this study
Imaginal Body provides a comprehensive examination of the concept of the
human body in the realms of Yoruba Philosophy and
Orunmila Transcendental Wisdom. It investigates how these philosophical
perspectives influence cultural practices, rituals, and beliefs
Yoruba Philosophy related to the human body in Yoruba and Islamic societies,
critically reflecting on the implications of these varied
Transcendental Wisdom
philosophical views for understanding the nature of the human
body, its connection to the soul, and its place within cosmology
DOI: and metaphysics.
CONCLUSION: The study conducts a comparative analysis of
10.22034/imjpl.2024.9506 the human body in Yoruba Philosophy and Transcendent
Wisdom, highlighting the divergent perspectives. In Yoruba
Philosophy, the human body is viewed as an essential aspect of an

individual's holistic existence, intricately connected to spiritual
and material realms. It is considered to embody various spiritual
essences and energies crucial for achieving internal equilibrium.
The body also holds significant cultural and social value,
representing personal and communal identities. Conversely, in
Transcendental Wisdom, the human body is seen as a transient
vessel facilitating the soul's pursuit of enlightenment and divine
knowledge, portraying it as a means for its transcendental
journey.

* Corresponding Author: Article Address Published on the Journal Site:

Email: mashood_abiola@miu.ac.ir
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REFERENCES AUTHORS AUTHOR
49 2 (Nigeria, Iran)