The role of sport in the realization of strategic values of Islam

The aim of this study was to investigate the role of sport in the realization of Islamic strategic values.

Qualitative research was conducted with hermeneutic and phenomenological approaches. Data were collected by searching Quran verses, authentic hadiths and strategic documents of the Iran's sports. Then, by theoretical sampling method depth semi-structured interview was conducted with 46 religious experts, university and sports managers an aimed at achieving theoretical saturation. Data analysis was done with Inductive and reductionism approach. The validity of the research has been confirmed in terms of plausible, defensible and trustworthiness.

The research findings showed that sport has a high potential in realizing Islamic strategic values ​​in the hierarchy of world life values (Economics and livelihood, health, security) Individual (Islamic education), social (maintaining the Islamic system, dignity of Islam and Muslims, justice, reform, kindness, development) to communication with God (faith).

Introducing the potential of sports to create value in society and the realization of Islamic strategic values, can turn it into one of the strategic phenomena for the Islamic Republic. And sport to achieve its appropriate position in the future plans of the country, such as the seventh development plan and the second step of the Revolution.