Several verses in the Quran encapsulate the essence of justice and leadership, themes intimately linked to the mission of Imam al-Mahdi (a).
- Surah Al-Baqarah (2:251): “So they defeated them by the permission of Allah, and David killed Goliath; and Allah gave him sovereignty and wisdom and taught him of that which He willed.” This verse extols the virtues of divine assistance and sovereignty, underpinning the attributes that the Mahdi is expected to embody.
- Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:54): “O you who have believed, whoever of you should revert from his religion – Allah will bring forth for the people He will love and who will love Him, [who are] humble toward the believers, powerful against the disbelievers.” This verse hints at a promise of divine support for those who adhere to righteousness, a characteristic that Imam al-Mahdi (a) will exemplify.
- Surah Al-Anfal (8:72): “Indeed, those who have believed and immigrated and fought in the cause of Allah, [those] are the ones who can expect Allah’s mercy.” The emphasis on fighting for justice is integral to the Mahdi’s narrative, as he will champion those oppressed and marginalized.
3. Prophetic Traditions and Their Quranic Correlations
Hadith literature plays a critical role in developing the narrative surrounding Imam al-Mahdi (a). Scholars often draw connections between hadiths and Quranic verses, reinforcing the legitimacy of the Mahdi’s role. For instance:
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