The Philosophical Orientation of Al-Allama Al-Hilli

Abstract

The scientific contributions of al-Hilli encompassed diverse fields of knowledge, including jurisprudence, principles of jurisprudence, theolo-gy, and philosophical issues that imposed their presence in his mind. Consequently, he expressed his thoughts using various linguistic styles, all originating from a singular intellect. He pondered upon metaphysical and doctrinal matters, such as individual essence and the creation of the world, using a unified mind that consistently approached these subjects. Undoubtedly, these themes constituted introductory foundations for proving the divine existence.