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Meanwhile, the following points could be derived from the above-quoted Qur’anic verse: Unity of the Muslim or Islamic unity is a divine responsibility, and it is considered an obligatory one. This is because the expression in the verse [ Wa ‘taṣimū , i.e., ‘Hold fast’] indicates an obligation. Ayatollah Khamenei said: “The Islamic Unity is definitely a Qur’anic obligation. The unity of Muslims is not a tactical matter that some people assume we should be united in certain situations.

No, it is a principle. Cooperation between Muslims is necessary. If Muslims are united, they will all be strong [15] .” Disunity is prohibited and forbidden because the expression in the verse [ Wa lā tafarraqū , i.e., ‘Do not be…