Call for Papers: The First International Conference on Philosophical Dialogues between Iran and the Arab World
The Islamic Sciences and Culture Academy (ISCA) is pleased to announce The First International Conference on Philosophical Dialogues between Iran and the Arab World, set to be held in November 2026 in Qom, Iran.
This pioneering academic event aims to foster deeper intellectual engagement and mutual understanding between Iranian and Arab philosophers, exploring shared concerns and philosophical traditions across history and into the contemporary era.
Main Themes of the Conference:
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The necessity of dialogue and its components
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Historical experiences of philosophical, cultural, and civilizational dialogues between Iranian and Arab thinkers
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Philosophy textbooks in Arab countries and Iran (Islamic seminaries and universities)
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Islamic philosophy and its role in addressing challenges facing the Islamic Ummah
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Religious beliefs and philosophical knowledge: interaction or conflict
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Tolerance and coexistence alongside the plurality of religious beliefs
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Examining contemporary philosophical thought in the Islamic world
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Freedom and social responsibility
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The crisis of meaning and lifestyle
Important Dates:
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Abstract Submission Deadline: November 2025
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Full Paper Submission Deadline: March 2026
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Conference Date: November 2026
Contact and Submission:
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Website: www.phildialogues.isca.ac.ir
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Phone: +98 25 31156874
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Venue: Islamic Sciences and Culture Academy, Qom, Iran
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Secretariat Address: Research Center for Islamic Philosophy and Theology, Islamic Sciences and Culture Academy, Daneshgah Blvd, Pardisan, Qom, Iran
Scholars, researchers, and students are warmly invited to submit their contributions and participate in this significant initiative aimed at bridging philosophical traditions and promoting a culture of thoughtful dialogue across the Islamic world.