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Divīst Pursish va Pāsukh Pīramūn-i Imām Zamān (a) is a two-volume book by Sayyid Jaʿfar Mūsavīnasab that provides answers to 200 questions about the concept of Imamate, with a focus on the life and Imamate of Imām Mahdī (a). This book addresses various aspects such as his birth, occultation, reappearance, and the establishment of a global government. It serves as an important resource for Shiʿa scholars and contains 89 answered questions in its second volume.

Author: Sayyid Jaʿfar Mūsavīnasab
Reviewed by: Morteza Karimi

This book explores the intellectual and political lives of the twelve Shi’a Imams, examining their unique contributions within their historical contexts. It sheds light on their leadership styles, strategies, and lasting impact on the Islamic world.

Author: Rasūl Jaʿfarīān
Reviewed by: Morteza Karimi

Difāʿ az Mahdawiyyat by ʿAlī Aṣghar Riḍvānī is a concise Persian book that defends the belief in the Mahdī. It refutes objections from Orientalists and Muslim intellectuals, providing evidence from Islamic sources. Recommended for those supporting Mahdism.

Author: ʿAlī Aṣghar Riḍvānī
Reviewed by: Morteza Karimi

Farhangnāmi-yi Mahdaviyyat is a Persian dictionary by Khudā Murād Salīmīān, providing comprehensive insights into Imam Mahdī (a) and various aspects of his life, occultation, reappearance, and uprising. It covers over 2500 ḥadīths and is organized alphabetically. The dictionary serves as a valuable academic resource for understanding Mahdism.

Author: Khudā Murād Salīmīān
Reviewed by: Morteza Karimi

Ādāb al-Mutaʿallimīn by Khāja Naṣīr al-Dīn al-Ṭūsī is a renowned book that offers essential guidelines for knowledge-seekers in Islam. With twelve insightful chapters, it covers topics like intention, field selection, seriousness, reflection, and piety. This concise and valuable guide is a must-read for those interested in acquiring knowledge with Islamic etiquette and precision.

Author: Khāja Naṣīr al-Dīn al-Ṭūsī
Reviewed by: H.I. Dr. Morteza Karimi