Aqaid (The Verses of Imamate)

This course offers a profound study of the Quranic foundations of Imamate, guided by the esteemed scholar Sheikh Muhammad Hussein Rajabian. With his deep knowledge and scholarly precision, participants will explore how the Holy Quran itself illuminates the principle of leadership and divine guidance after the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family). The course is designed for students and seekers who wish to gain a clearer understanding of the Quranic verses that serve as pivotal proofs for the Imamate in Shia Islam.

A major focus will be on the Verse of Wilayah (5:55), which highlights the exclusive guardianship of Imam Ali (peace be upon him) after the Prophet. Through a close textual and contextual reading, the Sheikh will unpack the significance of this verse in affirming divinely appointed leadership. Attention will also be given to the Verse of Ghadir (5:3), revealed during the Prophet’s final sermon, shedding light on its crucial connection to the event of Ghadir Khumm and the completion of religion through the appointment of Imam Ali.

The course further examines the Verse of Tatheer (33:33), where the Quran declares the purity of the Ahl al-Bayt. Participants will learn how this verse affirms the spiritual authority and infallibility of the Prophet’s family, serving as a foundation for their role in guiding the Ummah. In addition, the Verse of Ulul-Amr (4:59) will be studied, exploring how the command to obey those vested with authority extends beyond political leadership to divinely chosen Imams.

By the end of this course, learners will have gained not only a detailed comprehension of these verses but also a stronger appreciation of the Quran’s role in shaping the doctrine of Imamate. With Sheikh Rajabian’s humble yet scholarly approach, the course promises both intellectual enrichment and spiritual growth.?