Jahiliyyah

2. **Philosophical Dimensions**

In Shi’a theology, knowledge (Ilm) is paramount. Jahiliyyah, as an antithesis to knowledge, raises profound questions about the nature of enlightenment and the role of divine guidance. Scholars argue that the state of ignorance signifies a refusal to acknowledge ultimate truths and realities ordained by Allah. They juxtapose this ignorance against the enlightened path chosen by those who endeavor to acquire knowledge in the pursuit of spirituality and divine proximity.

3. **Jahiliyyah in Contemporary Times**