EXPLORING THE CONCEPTS OF “MULK”, “MALAKUT” AND “JABARUT” IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF AZIZ NASAFI

This article delves into the intricate metaphysical concepts of "Mulk," "Malakut," and "Jabarut" within the philosophical framework of Aziz Nasafi, a distinguished scholar of medieval Islamic thought. These concepts form a tripartite cosmological hierarchy that delineates different levels of existence, ranging from the material realm (Mulk) to the spiritual realms of sovereignty (Malakut) and omnipotence (Jabarut). Drawing on Nasafi’s seminal works and scholarly interpretations, this study examines the ontological significance of each realm, their interrelations, and their implications for understanding the nature of reality and the human quest for spiritual enlightenment. This article serves to deepen our understanding of Aziz Nasafi’s metaphysical concepts of Mulk, Malakut, and Jabarut, highlighting their significance in Islamic philosophical thought and their implications for understanding the hierarchical structure of existence and the spiritual dimensions of reality.