The Assembly follows in the footsteps of the ( ‘a ) and the...

The Assembly follows in the footsteps of the ( ‘a ) and the disciples of their school of thought in its readiness to confront these challenges and tries to be on the frontline in consonance with the demands of every age. The arguments contained in the works of the scholars belonging to the School of the ( ‘a ) are of unique significance. That is because they are based on genuine scholarship and appeal to reason, and avoid prejudice and bias.

These arguments address scholars and thinkers in a manner that appeals to healthy minds and wholesome human nature. To assist the seekers of truth, the World Assembly has endeavored to present a new phase of these arguments contained in the studies and translations of the works of contemporary Shi‘ah writers and those who have embraced this sublime school of thought through divine blessing.

The Assembly is also engaged in edition and publication of the valuable works of leading Shi‘ah scholars of earlier ages to assist the seekers of the truth in discovering the truths which the School of the Prophet’s Household ( ‘a ) has offered to the entire world. The World Assembly looks forward to benefit from the opinions of the readers and their suggestions and constructive criticism in this area.

We also invite scholars, translators and other institutions to assist us in propagating the genuine Islamic teachings as preached by the (S). We beseech God, the Most High, to accept our humble efforts and to enable us to enhance them under the auspices of Imam al-Mahdi, His vicegerent on the earth (may Allah expedite his advent). We express our gratitude to Professor Ayatullah Muhammad Taqi Misbah Yazdi, the author of the present book,[^1] and Mansoor Limba, its translator.

We also thank our colleagues who have participated in producing this work, especially the staff of the Translation Office. Cultural Affairs Department The ( ‘a **) World Assembly** [^1]: Muhammad Taqi Misbah Yazdi, Nazariyyeh-ye Siyasi-ye Islam (Qanunguzari), compiled and edited by Karim Subhani (Qum: Imam Khomeini Educational and Research Institute, Summer 1380 AHS (2001)), vol. 1, 335 pp.…