Ma`rifat

The study of epistemological sources is a fundamental issue in every religion, and analyzing the views of Allameh Mohammad-Taqi Misbah Yazdi, as a reformist philosopher and jurist, is of particular importance. This research aims to explain the sources of knowledge from his perspective. Conducted through a descriptive-analytical method, the findings show that Misbah regards human nature (fitrah) as an independent source of knowledge, maintaining that an innate awareness of God exists within every human being, which can be transformed into conscious knowledge with the aid of other sources. He also acknowledges sense perception and experience as necessary tools but emphasizes that sensory cognition alone is insufficient and must be complemented by reason and revelation. In his view, reason is an essential instrument for understanding universal truths and moral values, while revelation serves as a comprehensive divine source guiding humanity toward correct understanding. Furthermore, he highlights the importance of mystical intuition (kashf and shuhūd) alongside reason and Sharia, arguing that simultaneous reliance on fitrah, senses, reason, revelation, and intuition ensures access to authentic truths while preventing innovations and fabricated doctrines.