Tarikh Islam

The theoretical philosophy of history deals with the direction of movement of history and the road map of its movement. An investigation into the nature of the course of history from a religious view can contribute to a proper recognition of our position on the course of history. Allameh Tabatabai history considers as a course which moves from unity to plurality and from plurality to unity. People try to benefit from one another and in this way they can establish close relations with one another to build a primary society. Since benefiting from one another is associated with self-interests, a state of chaos will reign. The only external factor which can contribute to rectifying this chaotic situation is prophecy. By upholding heavenly law, holy prophets have brought about to society unity, evolution and perfection to achieve real prosperity. Therefore, divine prophets represent the main factor of the movement of history.