Negligence and Its Dimensions as an Obstacle to Awakening and Social Responsibility in Islamic Governance Based on the Quran and Narratives

Document Type : The Quarterly Jornal

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1 PhD student, Department of Quran and Hadith Sciences Qom Branch, Islamic Azad University , Qom, Iran.

2 Associate Professor, Department of Jurisprudence and Fundamentals of Islamic Law, Qom Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qom, Iran

3 Associate Professor ,Department of Jurisprudence and Principle of Islamic Law, Qom Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qom, Iran.

Abstract

In Islamic teachings, awakening, social responsibility, and addressing people's essential needs are of utmost importance. Awakening empowers individuals with the ability to think and reason, broadening their vision and perspective. Stagnation occurs when individuals remain in a state of negligence. Negligence, in various dimensions—such as neglecting the life-giving origin and human purpose, disregarding humanity's unique position in creation and the blessings granted to him, particularly the blessing of intellect, overlooking divine traditions, and failing to associate with people of insight—can serve as significant obstacles to awakening. Identifying and addressing these obstacles can lead to awakening and, subsequently, to cognitive, attitudinal, and behavioral transformations, guiding individuals to fulfill their vital social responsibilities in Islamic governance—one of its most critical attributes. This study, by examining Quranic verses and narratives through a descriptive-analytical and content-based method, enumerates the dimensions of negligence as barriers to awakening, aiming to contribute to the affirmation of Islamic governance's efficacy and the revival of a modern Islamic civilization.

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Journal of Islam and Social Studies
Volume 12, Issue 47 - Serial Number 47
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March 2025
Pages 130-159

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  • Receive Date: 06 January 2024
  • Revise Date: 13 August 2024
  • Accept Date: 21 July 2024

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