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The Reasons for Imam Sajjad’s (AS) Divergence from the Tawwabin Uprising
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Saeid Hallaji mofrad   , Ali Elhami |
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Abstract: (1141 Views) |
The Tawwabin movement was a shīʿa uprising aimed at avenging the blood of Imam Ḥusayn (AS) and restoring the rights of the Ahl al-Bayt. Imam Sajjad (AS) neither explicitly supported nor opposed this uprising. Understanding the Imam’s perspective on this event is important for comprehending the Shi’a doctrine. It is necessary to distinguish between three concepts when analyzing the Imam’s stance: accompaniment, approval, and satisfaction. This article explores two hypotheses regarding the Imam’s satisfaction or dissatisfaction with the uprising (whether due to opposition to the uprising’s principle or the Tawwabin’s inadequacy) to answer the question: why did Imam Sajjad (AS) neither support nor reject this movement? Using credible historical sources and a descriptive-analytical method, this study examines the objectives, leaders, manpower, and military strategies of the Tawwabin uprising. It analyzes Imam Sajjad’s conduct and words on topics such as jihad, taqiyya, and his political and religious approaches. The study concludes that the main reasons for the Imam’s silence were the need to strengthen the political morale of the Shi’a and the shift in the Imamate’s priorities from political leadership to "religious authority."
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| Keywords: Imam Sajjad (AS), Tawwabin, legitimacy, jihad, taqiyya, religious authority. |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2024/05/14 | Accepted: 2024/08/10
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