Faculty of Social Sciences , University Of Tehran

Document Type : Research Article / Original Article

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Assistant Professor of the Islamic Research Institute for Calture and Thought, Tehran, Iran.

Abstract

Shia and Sunni scholars unanimously emphasize the necessity of defending the independence of Islamic lands, a principle deeply rooted in Islamic jurisprudence, particularly in discussions on jihad. This issue has garnered heightened attention in situations where the sovereignty of Muslim territories faces external threats. Islamic jurists have historically addressed such challenges through the issuance of treatises, statements, and jihadi fatwas. Seyyed Ali Tabatabaei, a prominent Islamic jurist, prioritized the preservation of religion and the independence of Islamic societies across social and political domains. This study aims to analyze Tabatabaei’s political thought and strategies in confronting crises that endangered the autonomy of Iran and other Islamic nations under colonial pressures. Key crises included the rivalry among colonial powers for territorial expansion, Russian aggression against Iran, and the emergence of deviant religious sects supported by colonial forces, which threatened the unity and cohesion of Islamic societies. Using a descriptive-analytical approach based on library research, this paper examines the intellectual foundations of Seyyed Ali Tabatabaei’s thought and his strategies for countering these crises. The findings underscore his emphasis on resistance and jihad as pivotal strategies to safeguard the independence and liberation of Islamic societies from colonial domination.

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