An Analysis of the Qur’ānic Foundations Concerning the Show of Authority in the Body Language of Imam Khamenei

Document Type : Scholary

Authors

1 Ph.D. ( Level 4) of Jurisprudence and Principles of Jurisprudence in the Seminary of Qum, Iran.

2 Associate Professor, Department of Quran and Orientalism, Al-Mustafa International University, Qum, Iran.

Abstract

Language and the power of speech is not the only manner by which communication with others can occur, rather a large percentage of messages – intentionally or unintentionally – are delivered to others via the physical movements of body parts and behaviors, which are called body language. These messages which are delivered by body language are more profound, impactful, and clearer than those delivered via speech. 
     On various and different occasions throughout his leadership, Imam Khamenei has shown to be well-acquainted and skilled in using body language. Further, one of the theories of identity within psychology claims that the movements and behaviors of a person conform to their identity and personality. Subsequently, this research aims to introduce the scholarly and Qur’ānic personality of Imam Khamenei. It has been conducted qualitatively, using a descriptive-analytical method to identify the Qur’ānic foundations for the show of authority that he has displayed in his body language in numerous instances.
     The findings of this research indicate that the authoritative body language displayed by him in his meeting with government officials, observing military parades, and other such occasions, such as the taking of the Iranian-made Corona vaccine, is based on the uplifting and self-enriching decrees of the Glorious Qur’ān.
 

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The Quran: Contemporary Studies
Volume 2, Issue 5
Second year, Number 5, Autumn 2023
December 2023
Pages 7-38

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