Hawzah News Agency- Speaking on Wednesday at a scientific panel of the First International Conference on the Theology of Resistance at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mobina Moker, Head of the Persian Language and Literature Center at the Ibn Sina Institute in Sarajevo, said the logic of resistance is fundamentally cultural and civilizational and offers an alternative to the prevailing global order.
She said many contemporary thinkers, along with Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, have repeatedly warned that the world is passing through a historic transition—from a geopolitical, power-centered order toward one grounded in culture, civilization, and values.
“The logic of resistance is based on justice, the rejection of domination, and the defense of human dignity,” Moker said, adding that this framework, more than any other cultural paradigm, has the potential to generate international consensus.
She stressed the growing importance of discussing resistance within academic and intellectual settings, thanking Ferdowsi University of Mashhad and its Faculty of Theology for providing a platform for dialogue and scholarly exchange on the subject.
Highlighting the spiritual foundations of resistance, Moker said spirituality and servitude to God play a decisive role in shaping meaningful human dialogue. “Spirituality is the greatest source of inner human power,” she noted, adding that without it, humanity cannot attain true servitude or sustain resistance over time.
She explained that servitude and spirituality are complementary and form the basis of enduring resistance. According to Moker, human dialogue takes two forms: an internal dialogue rooted in conscience and the heart, which is essential for lasting victory, and an external dialogue that unfolds in society and history.
“Standing against oppression, defending truth, preserving human dignity, and maintaining hope during crises are all manifestations of this external dialogue,” she said.
Turning to cultural examples, the Bosnian scholar pointed to Persian literature as a living model of spiritual resistance. She noted that in Bosnia and Herzegovina, traditions such as reading Rumi’s Masnavi and the works of Saadi have shaped generations familiar with spirituality, ethics, and servitude.
“These teachings show that true servitude empowers human beings to resist external pressures,” Moker said.
She also described Imam Khomeini as a unique figure who embodied both devotion and intellectual depth, symbolizing the pursuit of justice and resistance to global arrogance. According to Moker, the Islamic Republic of Iran and followers of Imam Khomeini present a practical model of spiritual and social resistance on the world stage.
Emphasizing the centrality of justice and solidarity with the oppressed, she said attention to human suffering lies at the heart of resistance and servitude. She added that Iran’s principled foreign policy and continued support for oppressed nations can serve as a reflection of justice, spirituality, and resilience in the international arena.
Moker concluded that resistance grounded in human values, spirituality, and culture is not confined to a specific region or ideology but possesses the capacity to influence global consciousness and challenge domination-based world orders.
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