This paper reflects on Modern World Islam reflecting on a case study of role of Hizbollah in Lebanon today.
Hizbollah is a major player in the politics of Lebanon.
What historical connections exist between Ayatollah Khomeini’s teaching and the current role of Hizbollah in Lebanon?
The group Hezbollah formed primary as a result of the Israeli invasion into Lebanon in 1982. One of the key objectives was to remove Israeli soldiers from Lebanese soil.
The modern day Islam is shaped by the Ayatollah Khomeini’s teaching and this can be clearly seen in the roles the teachings play in Hizbollah in Lebanon.