Implications of Ali Sharīatī’s Political Thought for Iranian Revolution
Journal Title: Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization (JITC) - Year 2015, Vol 5, Issue 0
Abstract
Dr. Ali Sharīatī emerged on the intellectual horizon of Iran in the 1970’s as a political activist. His political ideas are also considered as a forerunner for the Islamic revolution for having strong resonance within the Iranian society even now. This paper aims at shedding light by critically commenting on how he transformed the political thought of the Iranian people, particularly the youth, who brought about the Iranian revolution. Based on reviewing his political thought in the Iranian context, it is concluded that Sharīatī declared that the self aware academic should strive to achieve such a revolutionary state where any form of imperialism, exploitation and capitalism find no place. It would end poverty, develop the economy and set up a society that is dynamic, just and classless.
Authors and Affiliations
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Amin, Neelam Bano
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