Do Shia believe in Imam Mahdi?
Do Shia believe in Imam Mahdi?
The Mahdi features in both Shia and Sunni branches of Islam, though they differ extensively on his attributes and status. Among Twelver Shias, the Mahdi is believed to be Muhammad al-Mahdi, son of the 11th Imam Hasan al-Askari, who is said to have been in occultation (ghayba) for over 1000 years.
Do Sunnis believe in Al-Mahdi?
The concept of the Mahdi is a central tenet of Shi’a theology, but many Sunni Muslims also believe in the coming of a Mahdi, or rightly guided one, at the end of time to spread justice and peace. He will also be called Muhammad and be a descendant of the Prophet in the line of his daughter Fatima (Ali’s wife).
What did Prophet Muhammad say about Imam Mahdi?
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: The Mahdi will be of my stock, and will have a broad forehead a prominent nose. He will fill the earth will equity and justice as it was filled with oppression and tyranny, and he will rule for seven years.
Was Abu Talib a polytheist?
This fact has also been used to prove Abu Talib’s monotheism. Abu Talib, according to the Shia, was a Muslim and died a Muslim.
Is Imam Mahdi Sunni or Shia?
Muhammad al-Mahdi
| Muhammad al-Mahdi مُحَمَّد ٱلْمَهْدِي 12th Imam of Twelver Shia | |
|---|---|
| Status | Disappeared, believed by Twelver Shia Islam to be due to The Occultation |
| Monuments | Al-Sahlah Mosque, Iraq Maqam e Ghaybat, Iraq Jamkaran Mosque, Iran |
| Agent | The Four Deputies Uthman Abu Jafar Abul Qasim Abul Hasan |
| Known for | Last Twelver Imam |
Who was Muhammad’s grandfather?
Shaybah ibn Hashimvia Abdullah ibn Abd al-Muttalib
Wahb ibn Abd Manafvia Aminah bint Wahb
Muhammad/Grandfathers
How many gates are there in Jannah?
eight doors
According to hadith, there are eight doors of Jannah.
What is the belief of Shia?
Shi’a Muslims believe that imams are leaders appointed by God to be Muhammad’s successors. Shi’a Muslims believe that imams are inspired by God, are without sin and are infallible, which means that they can interpret the teachings of the Qur’an without making any errors.