Mathematics and Symbolism in Medieval Islamicate Esotericism

This chapter explores the use of mathematics as a purificatory tool in medieval Islamicate Esotericism, specifically focusing on the visions and symbols associated with the opening of the doors of the Sun. It analyzes the connection between Mithras, Helios Mithras, and the bear, and discusses the significance of the pole in Greco-Egyptian astral religious material.