Isfahan School
The Isfahan School refers to a prominent philosophical and theological movement that emerged in the city of Isfahan, Iran, during the Safavid period in the 16th and 17th centuries. This school is known for its integration of Islamic philosophy, particularly the works of Ibn Sina (Avicenna) and Suhrawardi, with Shia Islamic thought.
Key figures of the Isfahan School include Mulla Sadra, who is celebrated for his innovative ideas on existence and knowledge, and Allameh Tabatabai, who contributed significantly to Islamic philosophy and ethics. The school emphasized the importance of reason and mysticism in understanding religious truths, influencing later Islamic thought.