Hawzah News Agency- The scientific conference, titled "Applying the Resistance Doctrines of Martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah in the Third Imposed War," was organized by the Research Department of Jamiat Al-Zahra Islamic Seminary in cooperation with the secretariat of the "Umana' al-Rusul" International Congress and the Imam Hassan Mojtaba (PBUH) Specialized Seminary.
Seyedeh Somayeh Hassani, a professor and researcher at the women’s seminary, delivered the keynote address, outlining the fundamental pillars of the "Theology of Resistance."
A God-Centered Worldview
Hassani stressed that the intellectual framework of this theology is built on a set of core principles, including theological, anthropological, cosmological, and epistemological foundations. She highlighted that a belief in the absolute sovereignty of God over all aspects of life—and the conviction that divine help (Nusrat) is the ultimate deciding factor—constitutes the cornerstone of this thought.
Citing Quranic verses, including "As for those who strive in Us, We will surely guide them to Our ways" (Q. 29:69) and "If Allah helps you, none can overcome you" (Q. 3:160), the scholar emphasized that struggle on the path of God paves the way for divine guidance and the victory of the front of truth.
Man’s Responsibility in the Arena of Wills
Regarding the anthropological basis of this theology, the researcher explained that man is viewed as a free and responsible being who plays an active role in shaping his individual and collective destiny.
"Unlike contemporary schools of thought that often replace God-centeredness with human-centeredness, the Theology of Resistance defines man within the framework of servitude to God while simultaneously emphasizing his social responsibility," she said.
She added that the arena of resistance is a contest of wills and determination, and that the side with the stronger resolve will ultimately hold the upper hand.
Resistance as a Response to the Cosmic Order
Examining the cosmological foundations, Hassani argued that the universe is organized on the basis of divine justice. Therefore, confronting oppression and domination is part of the believer's duty towards the system of existence.
"From this perspective, resistance is not merely a political or social reaction, but a theological response to the very order of the universe," she asserted, noting that standing against the hegemonic system and defending the oppressed ultimately leads to the dignity and triumph of the right front.
Following the Infallible Guides
The researcher also highlighted the role of the Infallible Imams (peace be upon them) in guiding the Islamic community, urging strict adherence to their sayings and actions. Citing the Holy Quran's description of believers who stood firm with prophets in the toughest of battles, she identified perseverance as a defining trait of the camp of truth.
She further quoted Allameh Tabatabaei’s interpretation of the verse "So stand firm as you are commanded" (Q. 11:112) to underline the divine order for all believers to persist on the path of monotheism.
A Battle of Values
In her epistemological analysis, Hassani stated that within the Theology of Resistance, the confrontation between truth and falsehood is a permanent reality in human history. Concepts such as fighting oppression, aiding the oppressed, and opposing tyranny are considered absolute and valid truths.
"Resistance, in this view, does not rely on mere sentiment or emotion," she said. "It is grounded in rationality and the established practice of honorable people. That is why it is seen as a logical and effective approach."
She warned that one of the key strategies of the camp of falsehood is to promote relativism and skepticism in the realm of values to weaken the will to resist.
Conclusion: A Call for Scientific Study
At the conclusion of the conference, participants stressed the urgent need to continue the scientific and theoretical elaboration of resistance doctrines, and to re-examine their successful applications in the contemporary upheavals facing the Muslim world. The gathering was part of wider efforts to expand interdisciplinary studies in theology, Islamic political thought, and resistance studies.
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