In the light of the responsibilities of Imam Mahdi (as), we can begin to appreciate the characteristics of Imam’s (as) helpers and companions. Indeed, they will be at a sublime level of excellent morals and character. It is undeniable that Allah has bestowed a great favor on us by keeping us attached to the infallible personalities of Ahle Bayt (as). Traditions have been narrated by the Ahle...
The belief in an “Awaited Saviour” – a person who will fill the earth with justice and equality just as it will be rife with oppression and inequality – is the hallmark of very faith. This is a universal belief of all major religions – whether it be Islam, Christianity, Judaism and even Hinduism and Zoroastrianism. This has been established conclusively through religious scriptures.When this...
Imam Mahdi (as) is the Twelfth Imam as per the belief of the Shiah Ithna Ashari (this is the sects of Islam that believes in the mastership of twelve Imams after the Holy Prophet of Islam (sawa)). He was born on 15th Shabaan 255 AH in Samarrah, Iraq to Imam Hasan Askari (as), the 11th Shiite Imam and Hazrat Narjis Khatoon (as). He is alive till today and in a state of occultation. Allah will...
While discussing the long life of Imam Mahdi (as), it is important to establish that a person can have a long life, if Allah so desires. Allah the Almighty knew that people would doubt the long life of his Proof, Imam Mahdi (as). Hence Allah kept many examples in the Quran for the same.The discussion of longevity in the context of the Quran can be approached from several aspects: Allah has power...
Our discussion on Imam Mahdi (as), his characteristics, his life and times cannot commence without first fully appreciating the need for recognition of the Divine Proof. One who dies without recognising the Imam of the Time… There are several verses, traditions and events which point to the need of correct recognition of the correct individual who will serve as a guide for our faith. The Holy...