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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Eyyup AKDAG is a Turkish academic specializing in Sufism, Islamic Theology, and Religious Education. Since 2016, he has held a full-time Associate Professor position at the Faculty of Theology, Kastamonu University, where he teaches courses such as "Classic Sufi Texts", "Sufi Thought", and "Contemporary Sufi Movements". His academic journey includes a PhD in Fundamental Islamic Sciences (2011–2016, Cumhuriyet University), an MA in Hadith Studies (1995–2000, Ankara University), and a Bachelor's in Theology (1990–1995, Ankara University).
- PhD: Cumhuriyet University (2011–2016), Fundamental Islamic Sciences
- MA: Ankara University (1995–2000), Hadith Studies (Thesis)
- BA: Ankara University (1990–1995), Theology Program
AKDAG’s research focuses on Sufi figures, Islamic jurisprudence, and spiritual ethics. His work examines historical Sufi practices, the interplay between Quranic interpretation and Sufi thought, and the contributions of Ottoman-era Islamic scholars. He has supervised three MA theses on topics like "Sufi Culture in Tosya" and "Halveti Sufism in Çankırı".
His publications (17 journal articles, 6 conference papers, 3 books) reveal a thematic focus on Shafi'i and Hanafi scholars, Quranic mystical experiences, and critical analysis of Sufi traditions. Notable works include biographies of Büveytî, Yusuf Hemedani, and Kazancızade Emin Edib Efendi, as well as studies on divine unity (tevhid) and spiritual servitude (kulluk).
AKDAG has taught courses like "Classical Sufi Texts", "Contemporary Sufi Movements", and "Ethics and Value Education" since 2016. He has not been recognized with any scientific awards, but his scholarly impact is reflected in 20 citations and an h-index of 2 (as of 2024).