نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
نویسندگان
1 دکتری جامعهشناسی سیاسی دانشگاه رازی، کرمانشاه، ایران.
2 استادیار مجتمع آموزش عالی شهید محلاتی، قم، ایران
چکیده
کلیدواژهها
عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسندگان [English]
To explain the political dimension of the defense-security theory of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, the present study used the grounded theory method based on content analysis. In this regard, the documentary and bibliographic method was used to study the resources and principles of the Islamic Revolution and then the obtained data were precisely analyzed. A total of 606 themes, 187 indicators, 58 components, 21 principles, and 6 foundations were obtained. In the discussion section, the themes were explained at the national, regional, and trans-regional levels, which, at the national level, were involved with defending and maintaining the security of the Islamic Republic of Iran within the national borders and maintaining value demarcations with other epistemic systems. At the regional level, the Islamic Republic of Iran has adopted the strategy of cooperation with the countries of the region, and while accepting its inherent position as the leader of the Islamic world, it seeks to reduce the influence of global arrogance and struggle against Israel. The approach of this system at the trans-regional level is a revolution that tries to create a new international order to disrupt the current oppressive and unjust structure of the international system through resistance, struggle, and invitation to resistance, and to provide the conditions for establishing global justice
Introduction:
In today’s world, achieving defensive and security objectives is both a precise science and an intricate art, placing defensive arrangements and security considerations among central priorities in strategic planning. Defensive-security programs must align political practices to ensure coherence; otherwise, inconsistencies in actors’ behavior may arise. Each country’s values and norms shape its unique defensive-security theory, guiding its leaders in internal governance and foreign policy. Although some principles may evolve over time, the foundational strategy remains stable.
Given the Islamic Republic of Iran's geopolitical context—neighboring regions of potential and actual threats, coupled with external powers’ influence—the lack of a coherent defensive-security theory is palpable. Such a theory, rooted in the Islamic Revolution, must counter external pressures, maintain independence, and assert Iran’s political identity. The political dimension of this theory is especially significant, as it not only differentiates the Revolution’s vision from imperialist and oppressive systems but also clarifies Iran’s intentions to regional and global stakeholders.
Method:
This study employs grounded theory, a systematic approach that builds new theories through organized data collection and inductive analysis. This method is ideal for addressing gaps in theoretical frameworks and provides fresh insights into areas lacking sufficient prior research. The process includes:
Data collection
Open coding
Axial coding
Selective coding
Key data sources include Islamic texts, the speeches and writings of the Revolution’s leaders, and scholarly works related to the doctrine of Mahdism and Islamic governance.
Findings:
From the analysis of 606 statements, 187 indicators, 58 components, 21 principles, and 5 foundations were identified. While some elements overlap with other dimensions (e.g., cultural or legal), they collectively highlight the unique features of the political dimension.
Conclusion:
The political dimension of the defensive-security theory of the Islamic Revolution operates on both domestic and regional levels. Domestically, it aims to safeguard the Islamic Republic’s integrity, maintain its value-based foundations, and ensure unity under the Guardianship of the Jurist (Wilayat al-Faqih). This leadership not only fortifies the people's awareness against subversive strategies but also integrates diverse social currents under shared religious principles.
Iran advocates regional cooperation while striving to be the cultural and political leader of the Islamic world, opposing global hegemonic powers and supporting resistance movements. Internationally, its revolutionary approach seeks to dismantle the existing inequitable global order, paving the way for an equitable world order based on justice and human dignity. This vision extends toward the ultimate establishment of a universal system of justice with the advent of the Mahdi (PBUH). The political dimension of this theory positions the Islamic Revolution and the Islamic Republic of Iran as a model for global justice, actively supporting liberation movements and protecting the rights of Muslims and oppressed communities worldwide.
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