Research Methodology in the Human Sciences

The Islamization of knowledge, particularly in the humanities within the framework of religious science, has been a primary concern for Islamic thinkers in recent decades. Although diverse perspectives exist on this matter, views concerning the role of theological foundations are largely convergent. Ayatollah Misbah Yazdi does not generally agree with the concepts of religious science or the Islamization of all sciences; rather, he deems it acceptable only within the domain of the humanities, especially in prescriptive and normative fields. He also maintains that the normative dimensions of the natural sciences can possess a religious character. This research examines the role of Tawhid (Divine Oneness) in the formation of Islamic humanities from the perspective of Ayatollah Misbah Yazdi. The main aim of this study is to analyze the influence of different levels of Tawhid (doctrinal, practical, psychological, and intuitive) on the foundations, objectives, and subject matter of the humanities. Conducted through an analytical-descriptive method based on a review of Ayatollah Misbah Yazdi's works, the findings indicate that Tawhid, particularly legislative lordship (rububiyyat-e tashri'i), plays a fundamental role in determining the foundations and objectives of Islamic humanities and contributes to the formation of theories in political, legal, and ethical domains. This influence leads to the development of diverse epistemological methods in the humanities, especially in the analysis of religious and social issues. Ultimately, the primary objective of Islamic humanities, aligned with the principles of Tawhid, is the realization of true perfection and proximity to God.