Divinity and its Impact on the Islamic Political Thought A Study of the Prophet’s Biography

Abstract

This study aims to explore the significant contribution of the Prophet’s tradition (Sunnah) to the development of Islamic political thought. It seeks to analyze the Sunnah’s role as a sacred, influential, and influenced force in shaping and advancing the Islamic political mindset, which has evolved through various stages and has been subjected to multiple variables and influences. These influences encompass both the political context and the teachings of Islamic schools of jurisprudence. The research methodology employed in this study is descriptive and analytical. Consequently, the study is divided into an introduction and three main sections. The first topic, titled “Divinity and the Prophet’s Sunnah: Concept and Development,” examines the concept and historical progression of the Sunnah and its association with political authority. The second topic, “The Impact of the Sunnah on the Formation of Islamic Political Theory,” investigates how the Sunnah has influenced the establishment of Islamic political theories. The third topic, “The Influence of the Prophet’s Sunnah on the Mechanisms of Ruler Selection,” explores the role of the Sunnah in shaping the mechanisms used to choose rulers. The study concludes with a summary of findings and a comprehensive list of sources and references.