Valsan introduced the study of Islamic esoteric doctrine, in particular that of Ibn Arabi and his school, into the context of the "traditional studies" based around the work of René Guénon (Shaykh 'Abd al-Wahid Yahya), of which he was a constant and effective defender.
Valsan brought Islamic mystical teachings, especially those of Ibn Arabi and his school, into the realm of traditional studies centered on René Guénon's (Shaykh 'Abd al-Wahid Yahya) work, which he staunchly defended throughout.