Shahid Chamran, the Exemplar of a University Professor in the Islamic Revolution / Ashura and Social Responsibility

A group of Basij professors from Lorestan University gathered on the evening of Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the shrine of the martyrs of Lorestan University and exchanged views on the mission of a Basij professor, the role of the university in the country's progress, the personality of Martyr Dr. Mostafa Chamran, and the teachings of Ashura in social responsibility.

According to the Public Relations of Lorestan University, at the beginning of this meeting, which was held on the occasion of the anniversary of the martyrdom of Dr. Mostafa Chamran and the National Day of Basij Professors, Dr. Iman Behrami-Chegini, the Director of the Basij Professors' Association of Lorestan University, while outlining the association's programs, considered the role of professors and universities in the path of the country's progress and development to be very important and influential.

He emphasized the necessity of fully realizing the concept of "a professor aligned with the Islamic Revolution," stating: "University professors, in addition to their academic and educational roles, must also play a role in cultural, social, and civilizational spheres and participate more effectively in nurturing a committed and specialized young generation."

The Director of the Basij Professors' Association of Lorestan University introduced Martyr Dr. Mostafa Chamran as a prominent role model for professors aligned with the Islamic Revolution, saying: "The scientific, cultural, jihadi, and revolutionary personality of Martyr Chamran can be a suitable model for university professors in the path of serving society, the Islamic system, and the country's progress."

Explaining the Personality of Martyr Chamran / Ashura and Social Responsibility

Continuing the meeting, Dr. Ali Nazari, a faculty member of the Faculty of Literature and Human Sciences at Lorestan University and the main speaker, offered condolences for the days of Muharram and the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS) and his loyal companions, and also commemorated the anniversary of the martyrdom of Martyr Dr. Mostafa Chamran and the National Day of Basij Professors. He then explained the position of Martyr Chamran based on Quranic teachings and the school of Ashura.

Referring to verse 69 of Surah An-Nisa, he stated: "According to this verse, those who are companions of prophets, the truthful, the martyrs, and the righteous attain the status of those favored and blessed by God, and these groups are the best companions for humans in this world and the hereafter."

Dr. Nazari added: "Achieving such a status is contingent upon obedience to Almighty God and the Holy Prophet (PBUH), and those who move in the path of obedience to God and His Messenger attain the status of those favored and are recipients of divine blessings."

Referring to the personality aspects of Martyr Chamran, he elaborated: "Martyr Chamran was a prominent example of a faithful, righteous, and striving individual, in whom the characteristics of a martyr, truthful person, and righteous individual were manifested. Despite studying at prestigious academic centers in the Western world, he never abandoned his religious and revolutionary identity and correctly identified and acted upon his responsibilities during critical historical junctures."

This university professor, referring to Martyr Chamran's presence in Lebanon alongside Imam Musa Sadr and other prominent figures of the Islamic world, said: "The scientific, cultural, and jihadi activities of Martyr Chamran, as well as his role during the Sacred Defense period, demonstrate the integration of knowledge, faith, social responsibility, and a spirit of jihad in the personality of this esteemed martyr."

In another part of his speech, Nazari referred to the messages of the Ashura movement, stating: "Imam Hussein (AS) taught humanity that every individual has a responsibility and duty towards their society and era, and must correctly recognize and fulfill these responsibilities."

The faculty member of the Faculty of Literature and Human Sciences at Lorestan University added: "In the event of Ashura, numerous manifestations of acting upon responsibility and duty are observed; from the cohesion and solidarity of the family to obedience to guardianship and standing firm in the path of truth. In this great epic, each individual knows their position and responsibility and fulfills it with all their being."

This university professor elaborated: "One of the most important lessons of Ashura is conscious responsibility, loyalty to guardianship, and effective presence in society's decisive moments; teachings that have inspired the Iranian nation in contemporary times. For example, people's participation in nighttime street gatherings is an instance of responsibility and loyalty to guardianship."

He noted: "The Islamic Revolution of Iran was also shaped by learning from the Ashura movement and the culture of sacrifice, martyrdom, and responsibility, and its continuation depends on adherence to these same values and ideals."

In concluding his remarks, Nazari, referring to the mission of Basij professors in universities, said: "A Basij professor should not be one-dimensional; rather, they must play a role in various scientific, cultural, and social spheres, and effective presence in societal arenas is part of fulfilling their responsibilities."

He added: "Research activities should be aimed at solving the country's issues and problems, and education and teaching should be pursued with the goal of nurturing students and training a committed, specialized, responsible, and efficient generation."

The main speaker of the meeting, referring to the directives of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution regarding the position and importance of the Basij Professors, listed the analysis of currents and identification of enemies as important and fundamental duties of this organization, and emphasized the necessity of enhancing insight and a deeper and more profound understanding of societal and global developments."

The Final Word Belongs to the Supreme Jurist / The Necessity of Explaining the Personality Aspects of Martyr Chamran to the Young Generation

Subsequently, the head of the Basij Professors Organization of Lorestan Province emphasized the importance of loyalty to guardianship in the path of human and societal felicity and perfection.

Dr. Gholamhossein Hosseini pointed out that in fundamental issues of the governance system of the Islamic Republic of Iran, although differences of opinion are natural, ultimately, everyone must be subordinate to the Velayat-e Faqih (Guardianship of the Jurist), and the opinion of the Velayat-e Faqih is the final word.

In another part of his speech, Dr. Hosseini commemorated the memory of Martyr Dr. Chamran and all the esteemed martyrs of Islamic Iran and emphasized the strengthening of the explanation of the various aspects of Martyr Chamran's personality to the young generation.

Following this meeting, Basij professors from Lorestan University also presented their views and suggestions regarding the mission of a Basij professor, the role of the university in solving societal problems, the social responsibility of elites, and strategies for strengthening the role of professors in scientific, cultural, and social arenas.