Government from the Viewpoint of Islam

The present research seeks to answer the questions, “what is the nature of state from the viewpoint of Islam?” and “is there any need for the establishment of state in Islam, or is it based on religious values?” To answer these questions, first the relationship between religion and politics is discussed. Also state is defined and the concept of state in Islam is studied. Then the reasons for the establishment of state in Islam are analyzed, and the establishment and structure of city state at the time of Prophet Mohammad (S) is examined. State at the era of the Absence of Imam Mahdi (S) is discussed as well. Finally, the objectives and main characteristics of state from the viewpoint of Islam are studied.