“Shahid Motahari’s Islamic Civilizing Ideology; with an Emphasis on Cultural Civilization”

Morteza Motahari , one of the Shia philosophers and Islamic prominent figures , had a key role in modern Islamic civilization and revival of Islam . He had political, economic , cultural, social views . The present study aimed to investigate his Islamic , civilizing cultural ideology . Master Motahari had an important role in contributing to Muslims ’ intellectual abilities and training others through his great works . According to Motahari , every social movement is prone to problems , such as the foreigners ’ influence on its thoughts, extreme modernism, and the influence of opportunists . He also believed social movements may undergo change in future . He believed cultural change and creating new social structure necessitates knowing the factors in cultural damage . The present study , using a descriptive - analytical approach , deals with his cultural viewpoints .Key Terms: Shahid Motahari, Islamic Civilizing Ideology, Cultural Ideology, Social Movement, Education