Manifestations of Fostering Hope in the Conduct (Sirah) of the Infallibles (al-Maʿsūmūn) with an Approach to the Statements of His Eminence Ayatollah Khamenei

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1 Level Three Student, Markaz-i ʿIlmī-Taḥqīqī Maktab-i Narjis, Islamic Seminary of Khorasan, Mashhad, Iran

2 Assistant Professor, Markaz-i ʿIlmī-Taḥqīqī Maktab-i Narjis, Islamic Seminary of Khorasan, Mashhad, Iran

10.52547/has.2025.2712.1083

Abstract

   Hope in Divine mercy and faith in a bright future are key concepts that have received significant attention, particularly in recent years, and are among the highly frequent terms used by the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution (Ayatollah Khamenei). The discussion of fostering hope is raised in this context, and all segments of society are invited to play a role in this great effort (jihād). However, implementing this critical goal requires emulating superior role models who have strived to promote it under various circumstances. The present article, employing a descriptive-analytical approach, aims to explain the manifestations of fostering hope in the of the Infallibles (al-Maʿṣūmūn) and addresses the central question: How did these sacred personalities create and strengthen hope within the Islamic community? Based on this research, just as the Holy Qur'an seeks to arouse the feelings and create motivation in the audience by using loving language, mentioning Divine promises to the faithful and the righteous, and cautioning against despair (yaʾs), the conduct (sīrah) of the Prophet and the Imams also demonstrate their profound attention to this subject. It recounts their ceaseless efforts that were all undertaken to attract and preserve souls, promote spiritual elevation, and breathe the spirit of hope into the body of truth-seeking individuals.

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