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The first volume discussed the proofs for the Imam (af), the reasons why we must pray for him, and the nobility of his character.

The Criterion of Nobilities; the benefits of praying for the Qa’im (Vol.1)

The second volume talks at length about the various times when we should pray for the Imam (af).

The Criterion of Nobilities; the benefits of praying for the Qa’im (Vol.2)

This book is in a question & answer format, and the author deals first with general questions about Shiism, and then Imamat, before discussing the Imam (af) specifically in the second half.

Discussions concerning al-Mahdi

This seminal work by the great scholar al-Saduq, across two volumes, is one of the earliest existing works on the Imam (as). Amongst the topics al-Saduq addresses is the need for a Caliph and the occultation of various other Prophets in history. He also narrates ahadith from the Prophet, Lady Fatimah and the other Imams (as) about Imam al-Mahdi. Elsewhere, he discusses the reasons for the Ghyabah, and mentions some of the signs of his reappearance.

The Perfection of Faith and Completion of Favour (Vol. 1)

This seminal work by the great scholar al-Saduq, across two volumes, is one of the earliest existing works on the Imam (as). Amongst the topics al-Saduq addresses is the need for a Caliph and the occultation of various other Prophets in history. He also narrates ahadith from the Prophet, Lady Fatimah and the other Imams (as) about Imam al-Mahdi. Elsewhere, he discusses the reasons for the Ghyabah, and mentions some of the signs of his reappearance.

The Perfection of Faith and Completion of Favour (Vol. 2)

Ayatullah Amini begins by discussing textual proofs for the existence of Imam (as) in Sunni and Shia books. He discusses false claimants who have claimed to be the Imam, before moving on to some of the questions surrounding the Imam’s ascension to the position of Imamah and the occultation more generally.

Al-Imam al-Mahdi, the Just Leader of Humanity

This book is a brief biography of the lives of the four Naa’ibs (deputies) of the Imam (as) during Ghaybat al-Sughra

Special Deputies

This is comprehensive work, mentioned by Shaykh al-Mufid and al-Hurr al-Amili, amongst others. The book itself is a collection of traditions, beginning with Imamate and its proofs. The author then narrates traditions regarding the Ghaybah, as well as the character of the Imam. He also mentions the signs of the reappearance, and discusses the events that will occur thereafter.

The Book of Occultation

This lengthy collection of Ahadith is split into six chapters over two volumes. The first and second are a collection of traditions that make reference to twelve Caliphs or Imams (and the author spends some time discussing these Ahadith and their implications). The third is a collection of ahadith regarding the reappearance of Imam.

Selected narrations about the Twelfth Imam (Vol. 1)

This lengthy collection of Ahadith is split into six chapters over two volumes. The fourth is about his early life (his birth, family and those companions who saw him as a child); the fifth about his life after his father’s death and the minor occultation. The sixth and final chapter deals with the Major Occultation.

Selected narrations about the Twelfth Imam (Vol. 2)

This is a collection of Ahadith from Sunni sources regarding the Imam (af).

The Mahdi

This book is essentially a discussion on Active Intidhaar – it explains ninety-nine responsibilities which the followers of Imam must fulfil in his absence.

The Last Luminary and Ways to Delve Into the Light

The author begins by discussing predictions of the Imam in other religions and scriptures. He then deliberates on the preparations that would be necessary for the government of the Imam, and what ‘waiting’ for the Imam actually means. He briefly discusses the signs of the reappearance of the Imam and the events that will follow, before drawing on Ahadith to hypothesize what the advent of the Imam and his eventual government will look like in practice.

Universal Government of the Mahdi

This is a brief commentary on the famous Ziyarat of Imam.

Ziyarat al-Aale Yaasin: a Brief Commentary

Ayatullah Tabasi’s work is split into three parts. In the first, he comments on the state of the world currently, before the advent of the Imam. In the second, he discusses the coming of the Imam (as), spending some time discussing the physical appearance of the Imam, his miracles, the companions and commanders in his army and the wars he will fight and their aftermath. The third part is dedicated to imagining what the government of the Imam will look like, before the author concludes with a short summary of the narrations on the passing of the Imam (af).

‘An Overview of Imam al-Mahdi’s government’

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The Imam Mahdi series – Signs of the reappearance, Sayed Ahmed Al-Qazwini:

  1. Why Believe in him?
  2. The Holy Birth
  3. The Minor Occultation
  4. The Major Occultation
  5. Why the Occultation? (1)
  6. Why the Occultation (2)
  7. The Purpose of the Imam in Occultation
  8. The Conditions of the Reappearance
  9. The Qualities of the 313
  10. How Can We Await the Reappearance?
  11. The Signs of the Reappearance (1)
  12. The Signs of the Reappearance (2)
  13. What Will Happen After Imam Mahdi dies?

Psychological Aspects of Dua Ahad- Shaykh Gulamabbas Lakha

  1. Psychological Aspects of Dua Ahad
  2. Psychology of Istigatha
  3. Psychology of Gratitude
  4. Metacognition from Dua
  5. Neuroscience of Dhikr

Mental Health and its connection to Imam Al Mahdi (af)

 

The Mahdi series – Sayed Ammar Nakshawani

  1. Methodology and Sources
  2. World Religions
  3. Non Religious
  4. Mercy to Mankind
  5. Forced Converts
  6. Why Islam?
  7. Imam of the Time
  8. The Mahdi in the Qur’an
  9. Why Twelve?
  10. Secret Organisation
  11. Birth Controversy
  12. Occultation and the Unseen
  13. First Ambassador: Uthman b. Said
  14. Second Ambassador: Muhammad b. Uthman
  15. Third Ambassador: Husain b.Ruh
  16. Fourth Ambassador: Ali b. Muhammad al-Samiri
  17. The 313
  18. Jesus, son of Mary
  19. Age Controversy
  20. Position of Women
  21. The Raja’
  22. Signs of the Reappearance
  23. Sunni and Shia

The Globe Before and after the Advent of Imam Mahdi – Sh. Shomali (12 part series)

Imam Mahdi (af) – Sh. Bahmanpour (11 part series)

The Philosophy of Ghaybah series – Shaykh Jaffer Ladak

  1. Learning from the mistakes of the Jews of Madina
  2. Theological reasons for Ghaybah
  3. Imam Mahdi (af) in the Global Context
  4. Mission & Methodology of Liberation
  5. Liberation
  6. The Liberation of Madina
  7. The Role of Imam Mahdi (af) in Ghaybah
  8. Imam Mahdi’s (af) Method of Uprooting Evil
  9. Lecture 9
  10. Imam Mahdi (af) and ISIS (1)
  11. Imam Mahdi (af) and ISIS (2)
  12. Imam Mahdi (af) and the Madina Example: Unity
  13. Imam Mahdi (af) and the Signs of Reappearance
  14. Imam Mahdi (af) and the Sharia Law

The Mahdi (af) series (LIVE) – Part 2 – Sayed Ammar Nakshawani

  1. The Awaited Saviour
  2. Sons of Lady Fatima (as)
  3. Messiah, Occulation and the Waiting Tests
  4. Pandemics, Dajjal and Signs of Reappearance
  5. Jesus Christ, Rejection and a Pluralistic Utopia?

The Sun Behind The Clouds series – Dr. Masuma Jaffer

  1. Life
  2. Purify
  3. Light
  4. Food
  5. Actively Waiting
  6. Prepare
  7. Qur’an

Dua Ahad series – Dr. Masuma Jaffer

  1. Introduction
  2. Praising Allah
  3. Asking Allah
  4. Renew your allegiance
  5. Pray for his reappearance
  6. Mission of the Imam (af)

Imam Mahdi and Believing in the Unseen – Sayed Mohammed Baqir al-Qazwini

Imam Mahdi (af) in the Qur’an – Sh. Jaffer Ladak

Descent of Jesus and Advent of Imam Mahdi (as) – Sh. Shomali 

Manners and Methods of Connecting to Imam Mahdi – Sh. Shomali

Awaiting Imam Mahdi and Hope – Sh. Shomali

The Saviour in World Religions: ABTV Documentary

The Government of Imam Mahdi (af): ABTV Documentary

Shia Belief in Imam al-Mahdi – Sayed Moustafa al-Qazwini

The State of Fear and Loneliness of Imam al-Mahdi – Sayed Mohammed Baqer al-Qazwini (short clip)

Characteristics of the Awaiters of Imam Mahdi – Shaykh Mohammed Ali Shomali (short clip)

The Unknown Soldier of Imam Mahdi (A) – Sh. Abdulghani and Sh. Sekaleshfar (short clip)

What will happen after the re-appearance of Imam al-Mahdi? – Sayed Mohammed Baqer al-Qazwini (short clip)

The Birth of Imam (short clip)

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