Research Theme 1 (Code 10): Introducing Imam al-Husayn (a) as the Flagbearer of Resistance
27 July 2025
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| Code | Project Titles and Research Questions |
| 10-1 | Through which theoretical approaches and perspectives can the great phenomenon of Arbaeen be studied? |
| 10-2 | As a cultural and religious phenomenon, within what theoretical framework can Arbaeen be studied? |
| 10-3 | Can Arbaeen be studied as a living historical phenomenon—one that serves as a divine sign or a blessing? |
| 10-4 | Studying Arbaeen as a global event and movement. |
| 10-5 | Studying Arbaeen in religious texts: What is the place of Arbaeen in religion and in the religious life of both Shia and non-Shia Muslims? Is Arbaeen a platform for the Imam’s guidance? Is it a space for practicing people-centered governance as a prelude to Mahdavi rule (the Islamic model of governance)? |
| 10-6 | Studying Arbaeen as a monotheistic ecosystem. |
| 10-7 | The full manifestation of divine will in shaping the new phenomenon of Arbaeen: Can this perspective explain the astonishingly rapid emergence of this vast movement in recent years? What foundational and strategic analyses arise from this line of thinking when approaching Arbaeen? Is this new Arbaeen movement the result of human planning, or is it divinely orchestrated? If it is divinely orchestrated, why is it unfolding at this particular time? Does it relate to the discourse of the Islamic awakening? Is it a response to the cultural thirst that has developed in global society and Iran in recent years? Could it be God's answer to the cultural weaknesses of humanity—seen as the heart of end-time movements? |
| 10-8 | The life-giving results of studying the Arbaeen of Imam al-Husayn (a) as a divine event for the salvation of humanity and liberation from the bewilderment of misguidance. |
| 10-9 | Arbaeen and the enhancement of social ethics and the public culture. |
| 10-10 | Arbaeen as an exhibition and religious maneuver of people's social activism. |
| 10-11 | The impact of Arbaeen on the feelings of dignity, power, love, and affection among people. |
| 10-12 | Arbaeen and the mystical interpretation: Studying the concept of liqā’ Allah (encounter with God), presence before the Divine Throne, and a comparative study with the scene of the Day of Judgment. |
| 10-13 | The history of Arbaeen: The story of Arbaeen in Iraq and Iran. |
| 10-14 | Shifting the view of Arbaeen from a nostalgic historical memory to a powerful and influential driver. |
| 10-15 | What is Arbaeen? What are its essential components? |
| 10-16 | What are the characteristics and features of Arbaeen? |
| 10-17 | What are the values of Arbaeen? |
| 10-18 | What is the grand narrative of Arbaeen? What are the main and overarching approaches that all Arbaeen activities should align with? |
| 10-19 | How many perspectives on Arbaeen exist? Are all these perspectives correct? Which one is the precise and elevated viewpoint? What should be done to promote this elevated perspective? What actions are needed to create discourse around the ideal perspective? |
| 10-20 | What is the scope and boundary of the Arbaeen movement (in terms of its ideal nature and objectives)? |
| 10-21 | In terms of time, which period of the Arbaeen observance should be studied? |
| 10-22 | The generalizability of the Arbaeen movement as a grand ritual across geographic and environmental regions worldwide, and in other Shia cities. |
| 10-23 | Audience analysis of Arbaeen, from Islamic denominations to other religions and various social groups: Who are the participants in Arbaeen? What are their common principles? How can these currents be analyzed? |
| 10-24 | What is the scope and boundary of Arbaeen's discourse and media, and what are its features? |
| 10-25 | The existing identity and essence of the Arbaeen movement: What is the identity formed in the minds of the participants in the Arbaeen pilgrimage? What is the identity formed in the perspective of Shia Muslims and their supporters? What is the identity formed in the eyes of the global community (often shaped by media-driven perceptions)? |
| 10-26 | Study of Arbaeen through illuminationist (ishrāqī) Literature: How can Arbaeen be explained through illuminationist literature? Is it another stage of Wallāhū mutimmu nūrihī (Quran 8:61) – “And Allah will complete His light”? Since the light of God and the light of the Imam (a) have always existed from God, how can the increase in light be explained? |
| 10-27 | Studying the relationship between ethnocentrism and the phenomenon of Arbaeen: Does Arbaeen have an ethnic or racial explanation? Is Arbaeen, as an Arab phenomenon, at risk of being claimed by non-Arabs? Does this perception hinder a proper understanding of the monumental Arbaeen event? |
| 10-28 | Studying the historical and social contexts for establishing the Arbaeen event by the Ahl al-Bayt (a): Why, among the Ahl al-Bayt (a), did Imam Hasan al-Askari (a) emphasize Arbaeen as a meeting point for believers? |
| 10-29 | What is the grand narrative of Arbaeen? What are the overarching approaches or perspectives that all Arbaeen activities should be oriented towards? |
| 10-30 | Mahdism in Arbaeen: Strategy for confronting deviant groups in Arbaeen: What is the relationship between Arbaeen and Mahdism? How should Mahdist activities during Arbaeen be carried out to prevent exploitation by deviant groups? What is the strategy for authorities and the public to deal with deviant groups during Arbaeen? |
| 10-31 | Studying the people-centered model of Arbaeen activities. |
| 10-32 | Reforming the culture of hospitality and service among pilgrims and hosts: Why is there a lack of participation by pilgrims, especially Iraqi pilgrims, in non-Iraqi mawkibs? |
| 10-33 | What is the role of Arbaeen in intercultural influences between Iran, Iraq, and other countries? (opportunities, threats, and harms) |
| 10-34 | Social rifts and changes in Iraq and their impact on Arbaeen. |
| 10-35 | Media policies and strategies for Arbaeen. |
| 10-36 | Arbaeen from the perspective of the Second Phase of the Revolution Statement. |
| 10-37 | Unity of Muslims (and the free people of the world) in Arbaeen. |
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