Arabic Language and Literature
Subject: The Commandments in Islamic and Jewish Mysticism in Medieval Spain.
Advisor: Dr. Michael Ebstein, Dr. Avishai Bar-Asher.
Abstract: My PhD thesis will focus on the attitude towards the commandments among Jewish and Muslim mystics in 12-14th centuries in Spain, considering heritage of Neoplatonic Arabic literature shared by both mystical streams. In this framework I will examine the mystics' rationalization of the commandments, their attitude towards religious law and antinomianism, theurgy, the attitude towards religious authority, and more.
President Scholarship 2022/23