'Ilm al-Huruf, or "the Science of Letters," refers to a mystical and esoteric discipline within certain Islamic traditions, particularly in Sufism and Islamic metaphysics. It focuses on the study of the Arabic alphabet and the significance of letters, their numerical values (through a system known as Abjad), and their spiritual meanings. Practitioners believe that letters can unlock deeper truths about the universe, the nature of God, and the human soul.
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