IS IMAM MAHDI HIDING IN A CELLAR IN SAMARRA?
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study showing the mainstream Twelver belief about Imam al-Mahdi's occultation and refuting the claim that he is hiding in a cellar in Samarra.
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In-depth articles and research on Shia Islam, history, theology, and contemporary issues.
Who Are the Ithna 'Ashariyyah (Twelvers)?
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study of the Twelve Imams, the Qur'anic pattern of twelve, the authentic Sunni hadith of twelve caliphs, and the Twelver Shia identification.
Sunni and Shia Views on the Prophet's Literacy
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based comparison of Sunni and Imami Shia views on the Prophet's literacy, examining Qur'an 29:48, hadith evidence and the meaning of "ummi."
Imam Ali and Uthman: "Nothing Except Goodness"?
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based analysis of the Sunni report about Imam Ali and Uthman, showing it denies personal hostility but not their serious religious disagreements.
Was Shiism Founded by Abdullah ibn Saba?
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study examining Abdullah ibn Saba, showing that Shia Imams condemned him and exposing the lack of evidence that he founded Shiism.
Khutbah al-Qasi'ah and the Doctrine of Lutf
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study of Khutbah al-Qasi'ah, explaining the Shia doctrine of lutf and showing why Imam Ali's sermon does not refute divine grace.
The Truth About Wilayah as the Last Obligation
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study showing Shia hadith does not contradict itself on wilayah, but distinguishes earlier revelation, explanation and Ghadir's final message
Qur'an 26:214 and the Family Gathering - Hadith al-Dar
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study of Hadith al-Dar, examining its chains, Sunni scholarly views and the family gathering linked to Qur'an 26:214 and Imam Ali.
Did Shaykh al-Mufid Contradict Himself About Umar?
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study of Shaykh al-Mufid's writings, explaining Islam, iman and kufr while refuting claims that he contradicted himself about Umar.
The Funeral Prayer of Imam Ali Examined
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based study of Imam Ali's funeral prayer, proving five takbirs have Prophetic roots and exposing errors in claims against Shia Janazah practice.
Did Ahl al-Bayt Name Their Children Out of Love?
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A source-based analysis showing shared names and kunyahs among Ahl al-Bayt do not prove love, political approval or endorsement of specific figures.
Did Imam Ali Send Salat upon Umar?
Jul 21, 2026ShiaRef4 min read
A hadith-critical study of the report that Imam Ali sent salat upon Umar, examining its chain, wording, Sunni criticism and the distinction from ritual salat.