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…
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)…
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)…
Both Islamic political theory and classical Greek philosophy challenge a basic assumption of modern democratic thinking: that democratic procedures alone are enough to create legitimate authority.…
