The bases for the formation and growth of Shiism from the past to the present in Indonesia

Abstract

Historical evidence and various other evidence show that Shiites entered Indonesia at the same time as Islam did. The great remnants of the Shiites in the past show that not only did the Shiites have a serious presence in this country, but also a period of strong political power to the extent that the Shiites ruled some areas in the past. The cultural, religious and political contexts of the formation and growth of Shiism in this country from the past to the present all show the serious presence of Shiites in this region. In the contemporary era, the most important phenomenon that has created suitable conditions for the growth of Shiism in this country is the Islamic Revolution of Iran, which has had beneficial effect on the people of this country. This article seeks to examine the contexts of Shiite growth from the past to the present. The author has studied and researched mainly this issue in the field and by analysing his findings in this country, he has proved the major effects of the Islamic Revolution of Iran on it.