A Historical Perspective on the Role of Seminary in Instituting Religious Culture in Iranian Society: From Formation to Present

Document Type : Science - Research

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Researcher at Imam Sadiq (AS), Islamic Sciences Research Institute, Qom, IRAN

10.22059/jcrir.2024.378290.1641

Abstract

The seminary institution has long been influential in Iranian society and is recognized as a driving force behind Islamic culture. Consequently, it has played a significant role in the spiritual and ethical life of the community. At certain points in history, the seminary has taken on the banner of the fight against tyranny and colonialism, leaning on a religious culture. The present study aims to examine the historical role of the seminary in institutionalizing religious culture in Iranian society over the last century. The researcher focuses on the seminary before the Islamic Revolution, employing a descriptive-analytical approach and relying on an analysis of historical documents to interpret the collected data. The framework governing this research is derived from a definition of culture that aligns with the study's objectives. The findings indicated that the seminary has not only preserved its intrinsic mission of deepening religious understanding but has also worked to convey and disseminate Islamic teachings within society.
 

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