Document Type : Research Article
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PhD Student, Quran and Hadith Sciences, Faculty of Theology, Ilam University, Ilam, Iran
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Professor, Department of Quran and Hadith Sciences, Faculty of Theology, University of Ilam, Ilam, Iran
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Associate Professor, Department of Quran and Hadith Sciences, Faculty of Theology, University of Ilam, Ilam, Iran
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Assistant Professor, Department of Management, Payam Noor University, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
Nahj al‑Balāgha, as a key source after the Holy Qur’an, provides a rich and valuable framework for understanding and
Nahj al‑Balāgha, as a key source after the Holy Qur’an, provides a rich and valuable framework for understanding and addressing various challenges, particularly conflicts of interest. In recent decades, conflicts of interest, whether at the individual or societal level, have given rise to corruption and injustice, causing serious harm to individuals, communities, and governments. The central question of this study is: What are the manifestations of conflicts of interest from the perspective of Nahj al‑Balāgha, and which strategies are proposed for their management? The present study aims to identify and elucidate the instances of conflict of interest in Nahj al‑Balāgha and to explore the strategies recommended for their management. Employing a descriptive‑analytical methodology and drawing on the teachings of Imam Ali in Nahj al‑Balāgha, the study reveals multiple illustrative examples. These include abuses of power by rulers and elites and their adverse impacts, especially when decisions are made to benefit groups. The underlying causes of such phenomena may be linked to divine testing, materialism, and economic and social pressures. Furthermore, Nahj al‑Balāgha offers effective approaches for managing conflicts of interest, such as emphasizing the cultivation of elevated spiritual qualities- faith, piety, and generosity. The findings indicate that the ethical and social teachings imbued in Imam Ali’s guidance can serve as an inspirational source for developing moral and social strategies to counteract these challenges.
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