the qur’an and hadith research institute, in pursuit of fulfilling its stated mission, will always adhere to the following principles and values:

1. deriving and presenting up-to-date islamic sciences and teachings based on the qur’an and hadith;

2. delivering qur’anic and hadith sciences and knowledge through innovative and effective formats;

3. promoting religious culture and lifestyle based on the teachings of the qur’an and the prophetic tradition;

4. expanding and deepening the culture and knowledge of the qur’an and hadith;

5. reviewing the foundations and methodologies of the humanities and reviving or establishing the role of the qur’an and hadith in guiding and valuing human knowledge;

6. contributing to the integration of qur’anic and hadith sciences into cultural and social interactions;

7. addressing fundamental, theoretical, and applied issues in the field of qur’anic and hadith sciences;

8. systematically and effectively defending the teachings of the qur’an and sunnah and responding to challenges and doubts.

the qur’an and hadith research institute, in pursuit of fulfilling its mission, will always adhere to the following principles and values:

1. islamic and ethical ideals and values derived from the qur’an and hadith;

2. the inseparable and dual authority of the qur’an and the ahl al-bayt (peace be upon them);

3. the principles and values of the islamic revolution and the perspectives of the founder of the islamic republic and the supreme leader;

4. orienting research toward the real and practical needs of today and tomorrow for the iranian society, the islamic system, and the muslim world;

5. maintaining a vibrant scientific and research environment characterized by innovation, value-centeredness, and idealism;

6. emphasizing knowledge, research, and leadership in scientific production and the expansion of knowledge boundaries;

7. meritocracy in recruiting and selecting managers, researchers, and staff;

8. simultaneous attention to fundamental and applied research, aiming to address basic and theoretical needs in the field of qur’anic and hadith sciences, as well as applied research to respond to societal and islamic system needs in individual, family, and social domains;

9. preserving the dignity and status of managers, researchers, and staff in all interpersonal and organizational interactions.

the qur’an and hadith research institute, as an academic and research center affiliated with the “dar al-hadith scientific and cultural institute,” has the following mission:

to develop theories, generate knowledge and methodologies, and conduct both fundamental and applied research in the field of islamic and human sciences based on the qur’an and hadith; to train capable researchers to carry out diverse studies in this field according to the specialized and general needs of the iranian society, the islamic system, and the muslim world; and to institutionalize the new achievements of this field within the academic and seminary environment using modern research techniques, methods, and technologies.

with the help of almighty god and under the blessings of his eminence, al-baqi’ah al-a’dham (may our souls be sacrificed for him), the qur’an and hadith research institute, as a leading research center, places theory development, knowledge production in islamic sciences based on the inseparable foundations of the qur’an and hadith, and the training of capable and competent researchers at the core of its academic and research programs. in the horizon of this vision (year 1402 iranian calendar), the institute aspires to achieve the following characteristics:

• possessing scientific and research authority in islamic and human sciences based on the qur’an and hadith;

• leading in theory development and knowledge production in islamic and human sciences grounded in the qur’an and hadith;

• providing qur’anic and hadith sciences and knowledge tailored to the cultural, social, political, and economic needs of society, the islamic system, and the muslim world;

• benefiting from outstanding and committed researchers and scholars in the field of qur’anic and hadith sciences;

• having a structured system for training dedicated and capable researchers in the field of qur’anic and hadith sciences;

• maintaining a sustainable competitive advantage among academic and research centers in islamic sciences based on the qur’an and hadith at national, regional, and international levels;

• utilizing a dynamic, efficient, and up-to-date research system and methodology;

• engaging in effective collaboration with other academic and research centers, both domestically and internationally.

article 4: the board of trustees of the qur’an and hadith research institute consists of the following members:

4-1. president of the dar al-hadith institute (chair of the board of trustees);
4-2. president of the research institute (secretary of the board of trustees);
4-3. four to six local or national figures in academic, cultural, or social fields who play an effective role in the development and progress of the research institute;
4-4. president of the qur’an and hadith university.

note 1: the conduct of board meetings shall be based on internal bylaws prepared and approved in the first board meeting. any changes to these bylaws require approval by the board of trustees.
note 2: at least two members from item 4-3 must be faculty members of the research institute.
note 3: members of item 4-3 are appointed for four years upon the proposal of the president of the research institute and approval by the founder; their reappointment is permitted.

duties and authorities of the board of trustees

article 5: the board of trustees of the research institute holds the following duties and authorities:

5-1. approve and amend the internal bylaws of the board;
5-2. approve the long-term, medium-term, and short-term plans of the research institute and submit them to the founder for approval;
5-3. propose the appointment or dismissal of the president of the research institute to the founder;
5-4. approve the organizational structure of the research institute and the necessary regulations upon the founder’s proposal and submit them for approval;
5-5. review and approve the operational, development, and research budgets of the research institute;
5-6. review and propose development plans for the research institute to the founder;
5-7. review and propose the dissolution of research centers to the founder;
5-8. appoint the supervisor, auditor, and legal inspector of the research institute;
5-9. designate authorized signatories for opening bank accounts in the name of the research institute and authorize withdrawals;
5-10. approve the annual accounts and balance sheet of the research institute based on the auditor’s report and submit it to the founder;
5-11. strive to attract financial support and resources from individuals and legal entities in compliance with regulations;
5-12. propose the establishment, development, or dissolution of research centers to the founder;
5-13. approve employment regulations, salary scales, and benefits of the research institute and submit them to the founder for approval;
5-14. approve research, authorship, and translation rights;
5-15. approve the financial and transactional regulations of the research institute and submit them to the founder for approval;
5-16. approve the capacity for faculty and researcher recruitment in the research centers;
5-17. propose the dissolution of the research institute to the founder.

note: in performing its duties, the board of trustees must comply with the resolutions and regulations of the council for the expansion of higher education and all applicable national laws and regulations.

the tradition of the infallible (peace be upon them) is the greatest legacy left for humanity. hadith, in essence, serves as a guiding light for people and directs human thought, enriching human life with spirituality and wise conduct. after the qur’an, tradition or hadith is the second most important religious source for muslims, playing a significant role in introducing islam and the development and flourishing of islamic sciences.

the efforts of scholars and preservers of hadith in recording, translating, and explaining hadith are commendable; however, over the centuries, due to the actions of forgers who altered hadiths and inserted fabricated narrations into the collections of the infallibles (peace be upon them), and because of past limitations in collaborative work, a comprehensive and coordinated effort to organize hadiths was lacking. therefore, the need for an independent center became evident—one that could systematically classify, purify, explain, and promote hadith knowledge and conduct research on related issues.

the dar al-hadith scientific and cultural institute, to address this gap, operates as the first independent hadith research institution in the shi’a world, focusing on hadith and related studies. the institute officially began its activities on 22/08/1374 (iranian calendar), coinciding with the blessed birthday of lady fatimah zahra (peace be upon her) in the city of qom, under the guidance of the supreme leader (may god protect him) and the management of the late ayatollah mohammad mohammadi riyah-shahri (may his soul rest in peace).

one of the most significant achievements of the dar al-hadith institute was the establishment of the research center for hadith sciences and knowledge in 1374.

the publication of numerous works, receiving national scientific awards during the first decade of this research center’s establishment, and the warm reception and positive attitude of the scholarly community toward the dar al-hadith institute, led to the creation of three additional research centers that had previously operated as groups and units within the hadith sciences and knowledge research center. these three research centers are:

• research center for tafsir of ahl al-bayt (peace be upon them),

• research center for kalam of ahl al-bayt (peace be upon them),

• research center for islamic ethics and psychology.

these research centers aim to generate knowledge in islamic sciences based on the two invaluable legacies of the prophet (peace be upon him and his family): the qur’an and the ahl al-bayt. the publication of numerous qur’anic and hadith works and the training of prominent researchers and scholars in this field testify to this mission.

following the establishment of these four research centers, the qur’an and hadith research institute was officially founded. its official license was approved in the meeting of 08/04/1392 by the council for the expansion of higher education, ministry of science, research, and technology, and it was officially inaugurated on 14/05/1392, coinciding with 27 ramadan 1434.

the following sections provide an introduction to the research institute and its research centers. the qur’an and hadith research institute, in line with achieving its goals, fulfilling its mission, and responding to the needs of its audience and the research requirements of iran and the muslim world, presents the duties, authorities, and regulations of each relevant section as follows.