أثر المرجعية الدينية في الحفاظ على السلم الأهلي : السيد السيستاني إنموذجا

Abstract EN

In view of the high standing of the religious Marjieia of the Muslims, followers of the Ahl al-Bayt school (peace be upon them), it has a great influence on souls, guidance and direction, which had an effective impact on Iraqi society and public opinion, especially after the occupation of Iraq in 2003 ad, and on the social and political events that followed the occupation.

therefore, researches and studies focus on highlighting and analyzing the Marjieia’s positions.

the present paper deals with the interest of al-Sistani's Marjieia (may Allah prolong his life) in civil peace and its clear impact on preserving it.

moreover, the paper presents an explanation and clarification for the concept of Marjieia in general and its ideological and organizational dimensions in addition to the nature of its strong influence even if it does not practice political action.

al-Sistani’s Marjieia (may Allah prolong his life) has ideological and methodological principles that charted its course in dealing with the circumstances surrounding the nation.

one of the most important of these principles is the belief in the right to coexistence for all components of Iraqi society in peace, security and mutual respect, and in the belief in the peaceful transfer of power.

this, in turn, requires that authority must take into account justice in providing the requirements of a decent life for all individuals and groups.

accordingly, and on the basis of these principles, Marjieia has recorded its positions towards the events that nearly ravaged civil peace and societal security for Iraqis.

its directives called for working to establish a sense of belonging to a unified national identity, and to give priority to higher national interests over narrow personal and factional interests in order to maintain peace that leads to prosperity and progress in all areas.