الشورى بين النص و التاريخ

Abstract EN

The essence of the state in Islam is to be a public office that maintains the sovereignty of the ummah and a system that takes care of religious and civic interests.

The system and institutions of this state are means to attain purposes of Islamic law.

The importance of the state, its durability and stability, are closely linked to its ability to fulfill these purposes.

The established principle in Islam is to have a government through a free choice, or Shura.

The concept of Shura is under continuous renewal and its practice varies depending on different conditions needed to achieve purposes set out by the Wise Legislator (Almighty God).

This study examines the renewing concept of shura in history based on the original text, and reveals the various theories and practices of Islamic thought in different stages of its history, highlighting the unique system of Shura.