Muhammad Baqir al-Sadr

Iraqi cleric and philosopher

Muhammad Baqir al-Sadr - Iraqi cleric and philosopher
Born

1935
90 years ago

Died

April 9th, 1980
45 years ago — 45 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Iraq

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Established significant Islamic philosophical frameworks and economic theories. Contributed extensively to Islamic scholarship and was pivotal in the intellectual revival of Shia Islam. Founded the Islamic Da'wah Party, promoting Islamic governance and activism. Influenced the Shia community during a time of political upheaval in Iraq.

Founded the Islamic Da'wah Party

Published works on Islamic economy

Developed the theory of Islamic government

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