A Critical Reading of Four Concepts in Explaining the Theory of Historical Traditions in the Qur'an of Martyr Sadr: A Case Study of the Basic Concepts of Allah’s Precedent, Change, Religion, and Nature

Bahmani, Saeed; Bahmani, Faranak

doi:10.30465/crtls.2024.47089.2797

Document Type : Research

Authors

Saeed Bahmani ¹
Faranak Bahmani ²

¹ Assistant Professor of Qur'an and Hadith Sciences, Academic Member of the Research Institute of Islamic Sciences and Culture, Qom, Iran

² Assistant Professor of Islamic Philosophy and Theology, Faculty Member of Yasouj University, Yasouj, Iran

https://doi.org/10.30465/crtls.2024.47089.2797

Abstract

Scientific systems are based on theories. Theories are significant scientific legacies and the result of human effort. Therefore, they require to be reviewed for further improvement. Concepts are among the most important elements of theories, as the explanation and formulation of a theory are based on some fundamental concepts. This study critically examines four conceptual elements: “Sunna-tu-Allah” (Allah’s Precedent), “Change,” “Religion,” and “Fitrah” (nature) in Martyr Sadr’s theory of historical traditions in the Qur’an, which are among the most important conceptual elements in his theory. The method of the paper is descriptive-analytical. The study is fundamental in terms of type and purpose. The data was collected and analyzed through document review. The Holy Qur’an and Martyr Sadr’s book “al-Madrasat al-Quraniyyah” were used as the research community, and other sources related to the research objectives were used as explanatory and supplementary sources. The results of this study indicate that Martyr Sadr’s conceptualization is not coherent and lacks a systematic framework, while the explanation of the concepts of “Sunnatullah” and “Change” requires refinement and completion. The explanation of the concept of “Religion,” despite its importance and breadth, does not possess appropriate formulation and organization. This fact has also caused problems for those compiling his works. Additionally, the theorist has not addressed others’ views on the concept of “Fitrah,” which is also endorsed by some narrations.

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Main Subjects

Theology and religions

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A Critical Reading of Four Concepts in Explaining the Theory of Historical Traditions in the Qur'an of Martyr Sadr: A Case Study of the Basic Concepts of Allah’s Precedent, Change, Religion, and Nature

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Volume 24, Issue 3 - Serial Number 117
November 2024
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A Critical Reading of Four Concepts in Explaining the Theory of Historical Traditions in the Qur'an of Martyr Sadr: A Case Study of the Basic Concepts of Allah’s Precedent, Change, Religion, and Nature

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Volume 24, Issue 3 - Serial Number 117November 2024Pages 1-32

Volume 24, Issue 3 - Serial Number 117
November 2024
Pages 1-32