Ḥawzah-yi ‘ilmīyah-yi Qum va amr-i siyāsī: barā-yi yakṣadumīn sālgard-i bāz taʼsīs-i Ḥawzah-yi ‘ilmīyah-yi Qum

This comprehensive study by Sayyid Muhsin Tabataba'i Far explores the profound relationship between the Hawzah-yi 'Ilmiyah-yi Qum (Qum Seminary) and the political sphere in Iran. Published to mark the centenary of the seminary's re-establishment by Ayatollah 'Abd al-Karim Ha'iri, the work meticulously analyses the evolution of the seminary's political engagement. It traces the trajectory from its formative years, through periods of quietism and cooperation, to the revolutionary activism that culminated in the establishment of the Islamic Republic. The author provides a detailed historical and sociological examination of how the clergy navigated complex political landscapes, balancing their religious duties with social and political action. By delving into different historical phases and political models, this text offers invaluable insights into the enduring influence of one of the most significant religious institutions in modern Iranian history.