An Introduction to the Philosophy of Islamic Sociology

Introduction Sociology operates within normative frameworks despite claims of impartiality. The dominance of secular models necessitates the production of Islamic humanities to improve governance and safeguard the Revolution's future. This requires indigenous theorizing to address theoretical weaknesses and ineffective secular policies.
Objective This research defines Islamic sociology by asking: how is society understood from an Islamic perspective?. It distinguishes this paradigm from secular models, highlighting its theoretical and practical advantages.
Methodology This foundational study uses a descriptive-analytical approach and documentary techniques for data collection. It focuses on characterizing Islamic sociology's essence and designing a new paradigm.
Findings Secular sociology, based on "reasons" and "causes," is insufficient due to societal complexity and human free will. Islamic sociology introduces the "foundational factor", which imbues "reasons" with "meaning" and "causes" with "power to influence". Allah is the sole "foundational factor," possessing intrinsic authenticity. This factor influences through Divine Will, Wish, Decree, and Measure, forming a comprehensive, three-dimensional analytical model.
Conclusion Existing models are incomplete, neglecting the "foundational factor". Islamic sociology, rooted in Tawhid (monotheism), transforms methodological foundations. This new paradigm integrates human will and environmental conditions within divine frameworks, leading to deeper theoretical insight and greater practical effectiveness in understanding and influencing social change.