Imam Mahdi’s position in Shiˈa teachings

06 February 24 Articles
Imam Mahdi’s position in Shiˈa teachings Preface "Imamate", in the view of Twelver Shiˈa[1], is considered as the continuity of divine Messengerhood and Prophethood in the sense that, although divine revelation is not revealed to the "Imam", some duties of the prophets such as the interpretation of religion and the guidance of people are among his responsibilities, because the Muslims, to know their duties towards God, always need an infallible …
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The Merits and the Rituals of Mid-Shaʿbān

24 January 24 Articles
The Merits and the Rituals of Mid-Shaʿbān One of the most important religious occasions among Muslims is the 15th of the month of Shʿabān. Mid-Shʿabān has a special significance for Muslims throughout the world and is honored and celebrated in many Islamic countries. On this day, a number of rallies and conferences are held across Muslim countries by both Shia and Sunni scholars to commemorate this auspicious occasion. All Muslims …
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The Story of Imam Mahdi's Honorable Mother

24 January 24 Articles
The Story of Imam Mahdi's Honorable Mother The mother of Imam Mahdi, as the one giving birth to the last divine savior, must have a highly exalted status of spiritual perfection. Unfortunately, for some reason, especially her being in a suffocating and unbearable climate, our understanding of that noble lady is very limited. Following some Islamic narrations and historical reports, there are some general possibilities of her identity: 1. She …
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