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Diplomacy of the Prophet Muhammad (PUH)
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Asghar Eftekhari *   |
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Abstract: (3104 Views) |
This article studies the diplomacy of Prophet Muhammad (PUH)
through reviewing political condition of the first Islamic ruling
system. First, the author presents a critical review of various
definitions of diplomacy in politics and then proposes a new
definition. According to this definition, the paper presents a new
look at the prophet’s tradition to clarify his diplomacy. Also, the
article analyzes the typical characteristics of diplomats as ethical
commitments, popularity, good knowledge, eloquence, and good
appearance which are often emphasized as their best and most
important traits.
The main part of this article is about diplomatic methods. In this
section, the author explains conciliation and military methods. The
former includes negotiation, forgiveness, communication, provocation,
expansion of relations, mediating, forbidding from tension, and optimal
use of imposed situation. The latter includes suppression, formation of
military pressure groups and tactical peace. Also the article discusses
about two important topics: rights of diplomats and their immunity inaccordance with political norms. Finally, the authors analyzes delicacy
and complexity of the letters of the Prophet as an indication of his
diplomacy.
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| Keywords: Diplomacy, Prophet's era, Diplomats, Prophet Muhammad |
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Full-Text [PDF 608 kb]
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Type of Study: Research |
Subject:
Islamic History
Received: 2017/08/15 | Revised: 2017/09/24 | Accepted: 2017/08/15 | Published: 2017/08/15 | ePublished: 2017/08/15
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