The Life of Imam al‑Mahdi

This detailed and highly respected biography covers the life, teachings, and historical context of Imam Muhammad al-Mahdi (a.s.), the Twelfth Imam in Twelver Shi’a Islam. Authored by the renowned Islamic historian Baqir Sharif al-Qarashi and translated into English by Sayyid Athar Husain Rizvi, the book explores the Imam’s birth, occultation, and the theological and philosophical dimensions surrounding his awaited return.

🔹 Highlights:

• Comprehensive account of the life and mission of Imam al-Mahdi (a.s.)

• Discusses occultation (Ghaybah), reappearance, and related eschatological concepts

• Based on reliable narrations and Shi’a scholarly sources

• Hard-to-find English edition from Ansariyan Publications