Eight ascetics

7. Ibn Arabi

Ibn Arabi, a pivotal figure in Sufism, exerted a lasting impact on Shia spiritual thought as well. His metaphysical explorations and the concept of the “Perfect Man” can be intriguingly linked to ascetic ideals. The “Perfect Man,” embodying both spiritual and ethical virtues, becomes an archetype for those on the ascetic path. His allegorical language conveys the essence of asceticism as a transformative journey toward unity with the Divine, motivating individuals to transcend their limitations.

8. Ayatollah Khomeini