Razavi Heritage (Turath Razavi ) is an international, interdisciplinary journal established to promote cutting-edge research on the heritage of the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza at both national and global levels. Published in English, the journal serves as a platform for scholarly articles across diverse fields, including psychology, sociology, education, art, urban ecology, manuscript studies, theology, hadith studies, and other disciplines within the humanities and social sciences. The journal’s primary focus lies in examining the multidimensional impacts of the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza as a spiritual, cultural, and civilizational epicenter of the Islamic world.

Thematic Domains
Adopting an interdisciplinary lens, Razavi Heritage explores the profound connections between pilgrimage centers—such as the Razavi Shrine—religious teachings, including those of Imam Reza, and contemporary issues in human societies. Key thematic areas include:

• Religious and Hadith Studies: Reinterpretation of Imam Reza’s traditions (hadith) and biography through modern methodological frameworks.
• Psychology and Spirituality: Investigating the influence of pilgrimage and the spiritual ambiance of sacred sites on mental health and individual/collective behaviors.
• Urban Sociology: Analyzing the role of pilgrimage centers in shaping urban identity and social interactions.
• Art and Architecture: Exploring the artistic manifestations of pilgrimage centers, from the historical architecture of the Razavi Shrine to contemporary art inspired by this heritage.
• Education: Proposing educational models derived from interreligious and faith-based teachings.
• Urban Ecology: Assessing challenges and opportunities for sustainable urban development in pilgrimage cities.
• Library and Manuscript Studies: Examining the libraries of pilgrimage centers, such as the Razavi Shrine, and their collections of rare manuscripts.
  
  

Core Values

• Academic Pluralism: Respect for diverse research methodologies and intellectual perspectives.
• Originality and Innovation: Prioritizing articles that adopt novel approaches to relevant topics.
• Social Impact: Commitment to generating knowledge that addresses real-world societal needs.
• Cultural Sustainability: Advocating for the preservation and promotion of Razavi heritage while adapting to global transformations.
  
  

Open Access Policy

Razavi Heritage is an open-access journal compliant with the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0). All content is freely accessible to the public, ensuring unrestricted dissemination of knowledge.

Peer Review Process

The journal employs a rigorous double-blind peer review system to uphold academic integrity and quality. Submissions are evaluated anonymously by independent experts in the relevant fields, ensuring impartiality and scholarly excellence.