Contents

Contents

What does it mean to remain steadfast in supplication during the Imam’s occultation—or as expressed here, to consistently “pray to the Leader of the Time”? This short work speaks directly to the spiritual need for persistent connection with Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) through prayer and devotion. About the Book Contents—authored by Sheikh Rajab Ali Al-Khayat and published in 2008 by Diamond—is a focused devotional reflection emphasizing the importance of duʿāʾ (supplicatory prayer) directed to the Imam of the Time, Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him). With clarity and piety, it underscores the value of steadfast prayer as a spiritual lifeline and a form of sustained hope during the period of ghayba (occultation). The author frames duʿāʾ not simply as a ritual act, but as an expression of fidelity, resilience, and relational worship amid waiting. What You Will Discover

• Why persistence in duʿāʾ is emphasized as a sign of loyalty to the Imam.
• The theological reasoning behind praying to the Imam during ghayba—and how it reflects divine wisdom.
• Practical guidance for integrating regular duʿāʾ into daily life, beyond moments of hardship.
• The emotional impact of prayer: how consistent supplication renews hope, eases grief, and strengthens the heart.
• How communal practices of prayer foster unity among believers awaiting the Imam’s return.

About the Author Sheikh Rajab Ali Al-Khayat is a Shīʿī devotional author whose works focus on deepening the believer’s spiritual connection with the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them). With a simple yet heartfelt style, he centers prayer as the heartbeat of faithful waiting. Who Is This Book For? Anyone seeking spiritual encouragement during the occultation—especially those who wish to root their waiting in consistent duʿāʾ as a profound expression of devotion and loyalty toward Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him).