Document Type : Original Article
Authors
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Associate Professor, Futures Studies Management, National Defense University, Tehran, Iran.
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Assistant Professor, Command and Staff University of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army, Tehran, Iran.
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PhD in Strategic Defense Sciences, National Defense University, Director of the IRGC Strategic Watch Think Tank, Tehran, Iran.
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PhD in Military Thought, National Defense University, Researcher, AJA Center for Strategic Studies, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
Military thought, as a subset of social thought, is rooted in the rational analysis and reflection of military thinkers, shaping how societies and leaders approach defense and conflict. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), as the exemplary figure in Islam, provided profound insights and directives regarding jihad and defense, particularly through his military campaigns. This study seeks to identify the philosophical, active, and material causes underlying these campaigns.
The research utilizes a mixed qualitative-quantitative methodology. In the qualitative phase, content analysis was applied to extract key concepts, while in the quantitative phase, CVI and CVR questionnaires were used to validate the identified indicators and dimensions of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) military thought. These form the foundation of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) military strategy, reflecting underlying beliefs and principles. Supernatural Executors: Involvement of agents, divine forces, angels, and natural phenomena such as earth, sky, and wind. Human Executors: Roles fulfilled by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) himself, senior and subordinate commanders, the Muslim community including Ansar and Muhajireen, and psychological warfare units.
Infrastructural Factors: Availability of equipment, weapons, logistical readiness, treaties, and the concept of resistance economy. Environmental Factors: Consideration of geographical location and prevailing weather conditions.These elements collectively illustrate the multidimensional nature of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) military thought, highlighting the integration of philosophical, spiritual, human, and material factors in the planning and execution of his campaigns..
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