Mahdism in Sunni Sources

Mahdism in Sunni Sources By reviewing Sunni hadith books, it becomes clear that the subject of Mahdism has been frequently mentioned in these sources as well. In addition to the numerous traditions that are found scattered throughout Sunni sources, the compilation of hadith books dedicated specifically to Imam Mahdi (pbuh) by Sunni scholars demonstrates the high status of “Mahdism” among them. The belief in “Mahdism” and the idea of the …
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What Happens When Imam Mahdi Reappears?

What Happens When Imam Mahdi Reappears?   The return of Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) — the 12th and awaited Imam — is not just a prophecy; it is a divine promise. His mission is unlike any political or military revolution. It is a spiritual uprising, a divinely guided movement that begins not in a palace or parliament, but in Mecca, at the Kaaba, the heart of monotheism. This article explores where Imam Mahdi’s journey to establish …
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Commonalities between Sunni and Shia in the discussion of Mahdism

Commonalities between Sunni and Shia in the discussion of Mahdism Sunnis have referred to the reality of the “concept of Mahdism” in numerous traditions. Although differences with the Shia belief can be observed in some cases, numerous commonalities exist as well. Commonalities between Sunni and Shia in the discussion of Mahdism Sunnis have referred to the reality of the “concept of Mahdism” in numerous traditions. Although differences with the Shia …
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What does our Imam expect from ‎his Shias?‎

What does our Imam expect from ‎his Shias?‎ Let’s deliberate on a few things about our Imam (a.s.). But before we discuss as to what our ‎Imam (a.s.) expects from us, let us understand and comprehend the status of our Imam. Who is ‎he and what is his position? What is the magnitude of his lofty position? Though he is staying on ‎the earth, what is his relation with the …
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What does Holy Qur’an say about the appearance of Imam Mahdi?

What does Holy Qur’an say about the appearance of Imam Mahdi?   First and foremost, it is not necessary that the Holy Qur’an explains in detail all the concepts. Given that it actually deals with many things, so it does not get involved with the finer aspects and intricacies. Yet, there is an affirmative reply to this question as well. Many verses of the Majestic Qur’an do prove the existence …
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