Ethics from Ibn Miskawayh’s Perspective and Its Role in the Historical Development of Ta'ziyeh
Keywords:
Ibn Miskawayh, Ta'ziyeh, ritual practices, moral virtuesAbstract
The ideas and theories of Ibn Miskawayh play a significant role in the theoretical foundations of Islamic culture and civilization. A substantial part of his intellectual and theoretical foundations can be identified in the historical trajectory of Ta'ziyeh through textual analysis of the concepts and components he has discussed in this regard. Historical analysis of Ta'ziyeh can uncover important aspects of Ibn Miskawayh's thought, which are hidden beneath the apparent and explicit meanings of key concepts and terms. Findings indicate that during the Muharram ceremonies, individuals exit their daily individualistic lives and reconnect with the social world and collective conscience (Zarchini, 2016). For this reason, the social cohesion and moral authority intertwined with these rituals are strengthened and reproduced. Participation in the mourning rituals of Muharram fosters a sense of belonging to a collective identity and social distinction, connecting individuals to the collective conscience by setting aside their individualism. This is particularly evident during the first ten days of Muharram, when the freedom and free thinking inspired by the epic of Ashura are showcased throughout Islamic Iran.
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