Abstract:
In an age where the Islamic Ummah was threatened from within by internal
discord and division, and from without by global hegemonic
powers competing to extend their spheres of influence and to destroy
the life-giving sap of the Muslim world, Imam KhumaynÐ was confronted
with a mighty task before him. As a reviver of the religion of
God, Imam KhumaynБs vision of Islamic unity was one based on the
principal of tawÎÐd (oneness) through which he set about to redirect
the Islamic Ummah towards a unity that would reaffirm the dignity
bestowed upon them by Islam, and in so doing, prepare them to face
their common enemy. By examining Imam KhumaynБs own words,
this article attempts to delineate the aims, objectives and scope of his
vision of Islamic unity. It also describes some of the practical steps
Imam undertook in order to achieve this vision.
Machine summary:
Imam KhumaynÐ’s Vision of Islamic Unity Dr. MuÎammad RaÎÐm ÏwazÐ Translated by Abuzar Ahmadi Abstract: In an age where the Islamic Ummah was threatened from within by internal discord and division, and from without by global hegemonic powers competing to extend their spheres of influence and to destroy the life-giving sap of the Muslim world, Imam KhumaynÐ was confronted with a mighty task before him.
" 4 Therefore, it can be said that Imam KhumaynÐ considered the unity of Muslims and oppressed peoples worldwide to be essential and in line with his religious duties to correct humanity, create unity amongst the oppressed peoples and Muslims of the world, promote social justice, establish peace and tranquillity throughout the world, effect self-confidence, prevent interference of superpowers in the affairs of weak nations or Muslim countries and the plundering of their resources, and foster relations based on mutual respect and cordiality.
" 3 Thus, Imam regarded independence, freedom, and justice as the pre-requisites and groundwork for Islamic unity and that of all the oppressed peoples of the world.
5 In summation, Imam’s motives regarding unity are the preservation of Islam; the enjoinment towards good and against evil; the humanization and the cultivation of virtuous people; securing liberty, independence, and dignity; the spread of divine justice and Islam throughout the world; the prevention of discord; and the attempt to restrain unethical desires.
Imam revealed his thoughts regarding unity with the motive of defending Islam, enjoining the good and forbidden evil, humanizing society, seeking independence, freedom, and dignity for all humans including Muslims, permeating divine justice and Islam throughout the world, and preventing discord and disunity.