Imamate

Imamate Introduction Imamate is often translated into English into the word “Imamate,” however the more correct literal translation would be ‘’Leadership.’’ It derives its name from the Arabic term “Amam” meaning ‘’to be in front of.’’ Imamate is one of the 5 Usul al-Din of Shi'a Islam and refers to the station of the 12 Infallible Leaders who were designated by God to preserve the religion after the death of the …
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