In Islamic lore, what is depicted in The Lote-Tree marks the utmost boundary of the seventh heaven across which no one can pass except the Prophet Mohammed, who encountered it at the climax of his legendary nocturnal ascent through the seven heavens. There are also the concepts of the seven earths and seven underworlds found in many philosophical traditions. In Bahá’u’lláh’s mystical writings, the “Seven Valleys” and “Four Valleys” define the wayfarer’s journey toward enlightenment.

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