Fields of prisoners' resistance
Resistance in the sense of standing.[1]
Resistance was of paramount importance and highly recommended on the battle fields, moreover, it was practiced most drastically during captivity everywhere ranging from frontlines to different checkpoints and interrogation stations on the way to the camps in proportion to existing circumstances.
The precious experience of resistance and defense, extended into the captivity, inspired the warriors in different fronts of resistance where values of the Islamic Revolution were meant to be disseminated throughout the world.[2]
Resistance in captivity, which often had religious incentives and sometimes it was done because of patriotism, can be considered from different angles:
Resistance Domain
Resistance domain denotes the fields and areas in which resistance has taken place, and includes realms of its own:
1. The Realm of Culture
Culture is the basis of behavior and the spirit governing life, and it was deemed seriously threatened in captivity camps. The enemy sought cultural transformation in different ways and by using mass media such as, radio, television, publications , speeches and other things. Strengthening and reforming the culture in order to raise the level of captives` resistance were above all the targets pursued. Resistance in the field of culture was noticed earlier and received the undivided attention, and in this direction, unique and diverse measures were taken. To this end, the most extensive cultural organization was established, according to the conditions of each camp, by designing and using programs such as holding classes and lectures, shows and exhibitions, singing and recitals of poems, storytelling, religious ceremonies in Muharram and Ramadan, which would help enrich the religious culture of the captives. Undoubtedly, the main sources of this resistance lay in the compliance with the culture of the Prophet and his family members (PBUTS), especially the Karbala school, which always received full attention of the martyrs. Reciting and memorizing the Qur'an verses, prayers, Nahj-ol--Balagheh, Sahifa Sajjadiyah and familiarity with its translation and interpretation immensely contributed to the fortification of captives` souls.
2. The field of economy and welfare
The economic welfare facilities of captivity were equal to the survival of the soul, which was also distributed with inequality. Resistance in this area was done by paying attention to fasting, protesting inequality, trying for fair distribution and innovative provision of some necessities; Also, with the establishment of a charity fund in handing over a part of the personal ration to the needy, some needs were met, and the means of increasing the tolerance of some prisoners were provided.
3. The field of politics
A large amount of the enemy's propagandistic actions were aimed at blaming Imam Rahal (RA), the Islamic system of Iran and praising the image of the Iraqi system. In front of the elites of the camp, depending on the situation, both in front of the Iraqi forces and in front of the internal Khonasan by explaining and saying They resisted by arguing or denying and reasoning.[3]
See also
Bibliography
- ↑ Amid, Hassan (1984). Amid Persian Dictionary. Tehran: Amir Kabir.
- ↑ Imam Khomeini, Ruhollah (n.d.). Sahifeh Imam (Collected Works of Imam Khomeini). Unknown location: Unknown publisher.
- ↑ Scientific Council of the Encyclopedia of Free People. (2020). Encyclopedia of Free People: Iranian prisoners of war released in the Iraq-Iran war. Tehran: Institute for Humanities and Cultural Studies; Payam Azadegan.
Alireza Heidari Nasab