Ithbat al-hudat of Shaykh Hurr Amili

Secondly, al-‘Amili posits that the existence of Imams is congruent with the principle of God’s mercy and guidance. Without these appointed leaders, the potential for deviation from the divine path significantly increases. In asserting this, he draws upon Quranic verses and Hadith literature that underscore the importance of following divinely designated leadership.

4. Qur’anic Basis for Ithbat al-Hudat

To substantiate the doctrine of Ithbat al-Hudat, al-‘Amili engages with various Qur’anic verses. One of the most prominent examples includes Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:55), which articulates: “Indeed, your ally is Allah and His Messenger and those who have believed—those who establish prayer and give zakah, and they bow [in worship].” This verse not only underscores the necessity of having pious leaders but also integrates the act of divine obedience towards both God and those divinely appointed ones.