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What is a more precise meaning for the word \'occultation\'? What does the 6th divinely appointed Imam, Imam Ja\'far ibn Muhammad al-Sadiq (A) say about the two types of \'occultation\' found in the holy Qur\'an? And what do \'The Companions of the Cave\' have to do with our discussion about \'occultation\'? And when will these \'Companions of the Cave\' be released from their cave? And what does the story of Prophet Yusuf (A) have to do with our discussion regarding \'occultation\'? What does Imam Sadiq (A) say about Prophet Yusuf (A) and the \'occultation\' of Imam al-Mahdi (A)? Finally, what is a chilling reality that is explained in a tradition, as regards to what each Shia will say when they see the Imam of the Time (A)? In this Scholar Clip, Shaykh Shafiq Huda speaks about \"The Two Types of Occultation in the Qur\'an\", and which one are we all in, during this occultation of the Imam (A) in the present-day. #IslamicPulse #ScholarClips #Allah #Quran #AhlulBayt #Islam #Muslim #Shia #Mahdi #AwaitedOne #Salvation #ImamMahdi #Savior

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The Shias refer to their scholars to interpret Islamic beliefs during the occultation. The Shias follow the Quran and the traditions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as the essential part of their belief. They also follow the 12 Shia Imams from the progeny of the Prophet, who continued the message of the Holy Prophet. There are no differences or contradictions between the teachings and the traditions of the Prophet and the 12 Shia Imams. Thus, the Shias are blessed to have divine guidance and teachings from the generations of 12 Imams who lived among the Muslims for about 250 years after the demise of the Prophet. There are countless narrations from the Shia Imams about every aspect of the Islamic teachings and laws. The history of these 12 holy individuals is full of wisdom for any person’s life, with lessons for overcoming any challenges. The Shia theology is unique among the other Muslim sects in having access to the precious historical resources from the Prophet and the 12 Imams. As a result, the Shias are proud of having a doctrine in every aspect of the Islamic sciences. The massive collection of the narrations and historical records from the Prophet and the 12 Shia Imams have survived through history. They are used by Shia scholars in seminaries to defend the Islamic principles and to respond to any new questions regarding Islamic laws. The Shia Imams would always encourage their followers to refer to the trusted Shia scholars for their Islamic affairs. The efforts of the Shia Imams in training scholars, spreading their knowledge, and establishing a network organization of their representatives among the Shia communities were all towards preparing the Shias for their future. This policy was also approved and prescribed by Imam Mahdi. In one of his letters during the minor occultation, Imam Mahdi explicitly referred his Shia followers to the scholars by writing, “In the events that happen, refer to the narrators of our traditions (scholars), because they are my proof upon you, and I am God’s proof upon them.”. Thus, the Shias refer to their scholars to acquire their Islamic knowledge and interpretations during the occultation.

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Sometimes we feel that since the Imam is in occultation, he is not informed about us. Imam Khomeini reminds us that the living Imam, the Imam of the time, is informed about everything we do. For religious scholars, after the Islamic System has been established, what excuse do you have for not fulfilling your duties? Let\'s renew our pledge of allegiance with Imam Mahdi (A) that we will play our role to end your occultation. We will make ourselves ready for your reappearance.

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A very knowledgable lecture delivered by Hujjatul Islam Sayyed Abbas Ayleya about Imam Mahdi (a.t.f.s). The concept of Ghaibat is explained. Some of the common misconceptions are addressed in this great lecture.

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Some imagine that their divine duties and responsibilities will begin after the reappearance of Imam Mahdi (ATFS). Is that so? Sayyid Hashim highlights the fact that many of our responsibilities are the same - before or after the reappearance of our Mawla Imam Zaman (A). This talk should give us an opportunity to introspect and evaluate our state of affairs at an individual level as well as at socio-political level. via | @purestreammedia

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In the occultation of Imam Mahdi (ATFS), our Fuqaha have the general Wilayah (authority) on the Muslim Ummah. And a conditions fulfilling Faqih (or a group of Fuqaha) are to manage and administer the affairs of the Muslim Ummah. Martyr Beheshti establishes an argument and lists the rationale behind this Islamic model of governance. In addition he lists the qualities and conditions that a Faqih needs to fulfill before he can be given the authority over the Muslim Ummah. The clip also includes the response of Imam Ruhollah Khomeini when asked that with absolute authority, wouldn\'t the Faqih turn into a dictator? In other words, wouldn\'t Wilayat al-Faqih bring about dictatorship? Watch how Imam (R) responded to this question. #WilayatulFaqih #WilayatalFaqih #GovernanceOfJurist #PoliticalIslam #PoliticalModel #Imamah #Wilayah #Islam #Politics

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The blessed month of Sha\'ban is quickly coming to an end. This was the month where the Muslims celebrated the birth anniversary of the 12th Imam, Imam al-Mahdi (ATFS). Yet, this period of occultation which we are going through, is it the awaiting of the coming of the Mahdi from his absence? Or are we awaiting his coming forth for all to physically see him? How did the various resistance movements around the world come about? Is there a hand guiding these efforts? Can one individual implement their just and noble will upon the evil-doers of the world? Dr. Hasan Abbasi answers these questions and many more regarding the resistance movement, which has been on the move for over a thousand years.

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Due to the importance of this concept, there are thousands of narrations from Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and each of the Shia Imams about Imam Mahdi, his occultation, and his reappearance. The belief in Imam Mahdi has been an essential part of Shia theology since the time of the Prophet. There are many historical records and narrations to validate his Imamat and occultation. The Shia scholars had spread the narrations about Imam Mahdi even before his birth. Some of them also authored specific books about Imam Mahdi and his occultation. The names of about 30 such books, written before the birth of Imam Mahdi, are available in history. For example, Fazl ibn Shazan, a great scholar in Khorasan who passed away during the Imamat of Imam Askari, wrote multiple books about Imam Mahdi and his occultation. The belief in the Mahdi is not just specific to the Shia Muslims; all the Muslims believe in the Mahdi, who is from the Prophet’s descendants. There are various narrations from Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) about the Mahdi, which have been recorded in top narration books of the Sunni sect of Islam. The Sunni scholars have also authored various books about the Mahdi throughout history. Many non-Shia Muslims have tried to misuse the concept of the Mahdi to their own benefit throughout history. They would not have tried to misuse this concept if it was not important and well-known to the Muslims. For example, Mansur, the second Abbasid Caliph, named his son Muhammad and called him by the title of Mahdi. Mahdi then replaced his father as the third Abbasid Caliph. Other examples of famous people who falsely claimed to be the Mahdi in our contemporary time are Muhammad Ahmad in Sudan, Ali Muhammad Bab in Iran, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad in India, and Muhammad ibn Abdullah al-Qahtani in Saudi Arabia.

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Following topics were focused in this whole day seminar that took place at Zainabia Center Detroit MI on 11/01/08. Role of Youth in Occultation of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s), Islam the way of life, Influence of Media and Culture, Responsibilities of Parents and Children, Prevention of Heart Diseases.

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Following topics were focused in this whole day seminar that took place at Zainabia Center Detroit MI on 11/01/08. Role of Youth in Occultation of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s), Islam the way of life, Influence of Media and Culture, Responsibilities of Parents and Children, Prevention of Heart Diseases.

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Following topics were focused in this whole day seminar that took place at Zainabia Center Detroit MI on 11/01/08. Role of Youth in Occultation of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s), Islam the way of life, Influence of Media and Culture, Responsibilities of Parents and Children, Prevention of Heart Diseases.

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Following topics were focused in this whole day seminar that took place at Zainabia Center Detroit MI on 11/01/08. Role of Youth in Occultation of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s), Islam the way of life, Influence of Media and Culture, Responsibilities of Parents and Children, Prevention of Heart Diseases.

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Following topics were focused in this whole day seminar that took place at Zainabia Center Detroit MI on 11/01/08. Role of Youth in Occultation of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s), Islam the way of life, Influence of Media and Culture, Responsibilities of Parents and Children, Prevention of Heart Diseases.

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Following topics were focused in this whole day seminar that took place at Zainabia Center Detroit MI on 11/01/08. Role of Youth in Occultation of Imam e Zamana (a.t.f.s), Islam the way of life, Influence of Media and Culture, Responsibilities of Parents and Children, Prevention of Heart Diseases.