List of Quranic Verses about Imam Mahdi (a)

Surah Al-Saff (61:9) proclaims, “It is He who has sent His Messenger with guidance and the religion of truth to manifest it over all religion.” This assertion reinforces the notion that divine authority will ultimately prevail. For Shia Muslims, Imam Mahdi is envisioned as the pivotal figure through whom this victory will be realized. The allegorical implications of this verse suggest that Mahdi’s emergence will not only fulfill prophetic traditions but also restore the sanctity and preeminence of Islam against injustices and moral decay that pervade society.

3. The Role of the Infallible

In Quranic discourse, the concept of infallibility—referred to as ‘Ismah—is critical, particularly in the context of leadership. Shia scholars interpret verses such as Surah Al-Baqarah (2:124), which discusses Allah’s covenant with Ibrahim (a), as a precursor to establishing a line of divinely designated leaders. The phrase, “Indeed, I will make you a leader for the people,” resonates with the belief that Imam Mahdi (a) is not merely a temporal leader but a divinely appointed guide who will reign with infallibility, ensuring justice and equity.