The Shiah believe that the infallible Imam has the right to lead the society after the Prophet of Islam (S). After establishing the idea of the Imamate of the infallible Imams (A), this question is posed: “In a time like ours when we practically have no access to the infallible Imam, what must the people’s…
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The Imam must be endowed with moral virtues…
The Imam must be endowed with moral virtues such as boldness, bravery, chastity, generosity, and justice, because whosoever is ma’sum and free from sin will strictly follow and practice religious laws and since the possession of praiseworthy ethics is essential for religion, the Imam must surpass all the other people in moral virtues, for it…
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Shias believe that, after the demise…
Shias believe that, after the demise of the Holy Prophet (S), the Imam must be appointed by the Almighty Allah to act as a custodian and guardian of the sciences and commandments of Islam and to lead the people onto the right path. Whoever truly investigates and conducts a thorough study and research on Islamic…
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A person who commits a Greater Sin and does not repent…
A person who commits a Greater Sin and does not repent for it, is a transgressor. Salāt is not allowed behind him (he cannot lead a prayer assembly). His testimony is unacceptable. After death, he is liable for Divine punishment. By the Grace of Allah (S.w.T.) such a person may yet get salvation; and the…
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