To Identify the hidden meanings of “DOT” in Sacred Art, Focusing on “THE ASCENDING DOT” CASE STUDY: Ceramic plate from Neyshābūr, belonging to Sāmānid dynasty

This research is focused on a ceramic plate, made in the third or forth century A.H., which is called »the Ascending Dot« and is encompassed in the circle of the» Sacred Art« and the primary goal of this research is to interpret (dot) on the basis of the mystical teachings and to render the deconstructional role of this plate in contrast with the systematic order. The comparison between the Deconstructional process and the Reception Theory is the secondary goal of this research. There was no history of focused research about this plate in literature review before this essay. The data of this fundamental_ applied research has been gathered through documentary and library study, descriptive analytical data analysis and critical approach. The result shows that »the Ascending Dot« tends to stimulate and interact the holders in comparison with the» Central Absorptive Point«. »The Ascending Dot« in a cyclic movement descends from the Essence of the Graceful Soul and is manifested in descending arch (circle) from inner and unseen Self (DOT), and thus disclosed in multiplicity and in ascending arch (of the circle), is coming back to the Eternal Unity. The returning journey of the seeker or the encircled existence, that is a manifestation of »the ultmate truth«, toward (Fana, extinction of the individual being) is revolving around this Circle of Existence. The usage of Inscribed Plates as the dish of food can have a Cathartic effect (White Death) on the seeker, and even can be a (Dhikr), or remembrance (of God), for him. The Cathartic effect or (white death) is an austerity which purify the seeker through the pain of hunger and help him to find self- control in agony. This is similar to Vedic Sacrifice Ceremony which evokes the unity of Sense of beuty, Taste and Ecstasy.