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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (48) | Specific duties of The Waiters
Today, there are many who, for various reasons, cannot accept the belief in the concealed Imam or refuse to remember him, resorting to any means to undermine this belief. Since one of the core…
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (47) | General duties of The Waiters
The general duties mentioned for the waiters in the time of occultation are not exclusive to this period but must be fulfilled at all times. Their mention in the context of the occultation era…
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (46) | The position of the true awaiters of Imam Mahdi (pbuh)
Due to the special conditions in the Age of Occultation, if people become true waiters, they will gain a very valuable position.
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (45) | Anticipation in Shia Culture - Part 4
Anticipation of the Imam's uprising neither allows for the abandonment of duties nor permits the delay of action. Negligence in religious duties and indifference to them are not permissible under…
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (44) | Anticipation in Shia Culture - Part 3
Intidhar means to await a future that embodies all the qualities of a divine society — a world whose true realization will occur only during the rule of the final divine representative.
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (43) | Anticipation in Shia Culture - Part 2
In Islamic teachings, intidhar al-faraj (anticipation for relief) is far more than passive hope—it is an act of faith, worship, and spiritual struggle. The Holy Prophet (pbuh) described it as…
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (42) | Anticipation in Shia Culture - Part 1
What gives a person hope in life and makes worries and hardships easier to endure is the expectation of a bright future—one in which all their spiritual and physical needs are fully satisfied.
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (41) | Manifestations of the Imam’s Compassion
Because of the Imam’s profound compassion for his followers, he maintains the closest connection and relationship with them. It is precisely this affection and care that makes him share in their…
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (40) | The Imam is the manifestation of divine infinite mercy
Even though the Imam of our time (pbuh) is in occultation, he remains a source of divine mercy that constantly benefits people, giving life and hope to hearts that feel empty or dry. The truly…
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (39) | Transmitted proof of Wilayat al-Faqih -Part 2
One of the hadiths that jurists have cited to prove the Wilayat al-Faqih is a hadith narrated by Umar ibn Hanzalah.
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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS)
Mahdism (38) | Transmitted proof of Wilayat al-Faqih - Part 1
During the period of occultation, the Shi‘a of the Imam of the Age (pbuh) must refer to the transmitters of hadith in their matters. It is evident that understanding the words of the Infallibles…
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Rational proof for Wilayat al-Faqih
The proof for Wilayat al-Faqih can be analyzed both rationally and textually; that is, reason obliges a Muslim to obey the jurist during the time of occultation, and Islamic traditions (narrations)…
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The Battle of Banu Nadhir
The Battle of Banu Nadhir was one of Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) battles with the Jews of Medina. The battle ended in victory for the Muslims, and the people of Banu Nadhir were expelled from Medina.
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Guiding the Ummah during the Age of the Major Occultation
After the occultation of the Twelfth Imam (peace be upon him), who carries the responsibility of leadership and guidance of the ummah? Is there an individual or group that holds authority (wilayah)…
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How is the occultation of Imam Mahdi(pbuh)?
How is the occultation of Imam Mahdi(pbuh)? Is his noble body hidden from sights? Or is his body visible, but no one recognizes him?
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The possibility of visiting Imam Mahdi(pbuh)
It is certain that some righteous people have been blessed to meet Imam Mahdi(pbuh) during the Greater Occultation. However, the claims of those who call themselves his ambassadors or mediators…
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The residence of Imam Mahdi (pbuh) during the Great Occultation
Imam (pbuh) does not permanently reside in a particular city during the Great Occultation in such a way that he never leaves it. Rather, he travels from one place to another in order to fulfill…
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Four main books of Islam
The Four Books are: al-Kafi, Man la yahduruh al-faqih, Tahdhib al-ahkam, and al-Istibsar.
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The system of Imamate is a divine and unbroken chain
The System of Imamate is continuous and eternal, and is not limited to the era of the Imam's presence.
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The Positions and Roles of Imam Mahdi (AS) in Supplications
In Islamic supplications and Ziyarat, the lofty spiritual and divine positions of Imam Mahdi (may Allah hasten his reappearance) are frequently mentioned. Below are some of these key titles and…
