The Limitations of the Relations of Muslims with Non-Muslims in Martyr Motahhari's View

One of the most important issues about human relations in Islam is determining the criterion of the relations between Muslims and non-Muslims. Using a descriptive method، the present paper seeks to expound the nature of the relations between Muslims and non-Muslims by referring to Martyr Motahhari’s works. It concludes that in Islam moderation is a key for determining the criterion of the relations between Muslims and non-Muslims، so that it neither gives a general command to sever all relations nor gives a permission. In order to preserve individuals’ religion، Muslims’ interests and dignity and independence of Islamic society، Islam has set limits on the relations with non-Muslims regarding marriage، friendship، giving aid and magnanimity، teaching and learning، cultural and trade exchange، and coexistence. Furthermore، strict rules are observed relating to non-Muslims'' participation in Islamic government، and their holding important posts and positions، and their authority over Muslims is totally rejected.