Quran, Culture And Civilization

Quran, Culture And Civilization

Exploring the Scientific Components of Shi’a Governance Civilization in the Quran

Authors
1 . Ph.D. Candidate in the History of Shiism, University of Religions and Denominations, Qom, Iran
2 Associate Professor of Qurʾānic Sciences and Hadith, Faculty of Qurʾānic Sciences of Qom, University of Qurʾānic Sciences and Knowledge, Qom, Iran.
Abstract
The present research has been compiled with the aim of examining and identifying the scientific components of Shiite civilization. The research method in this study is descriptive-analytical. According to the research findings, six scientific components can be extracted for Shiite civilization, which are: human dignity, rationality, monotheistic attitude, justice expansion, knowledge acquisition, and individual and collective hygiene. These civilization-building components have been derived from the inspiration of the Qurʾān and the sayings of the Infallibles (AS). Evidence shows that by relying on these six principles, the continuation of the construction of Shiite civilization can be pursued and revived.
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Volume 7, Issue 1 - Serial Number 23
Spring 2026
Pages 113-132

  • Receive Date 10 April 2025
  • Revise Date 08 June 2025
  • Accept Date 26 July 2025
  • Publish Date 21 April 2026