In the Pursuance of the Sun

In the Pursuance of the Sun

What can the story of Nargis’s journey teach us about faith, perseverance, and divine guidance? This work illuminates her spiritual search for Imam al-ʿAskari (peace be upon him), offering readers a moving blend of devotion and historical insight that culminates in the birth of Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance). About the Book In the Pursuance of the Sun is a reflective and devotional narrative by Sayed Jamaluddin Hejazi, translated into English by Ali Abbasi and published by Naba Cultural Organization in Tehran in 2005. Through the life of Nargis—her captivity, her extraordinary dream, her encounter and marriage with Imam al-ʿAskari (peace be upon him), and the miraculous birth of Imam al-Mahdi—the book weaves history and spirituality into a single narrative. It presents her journey as both a personal odyssey and a testimony to divine providence in preparing for the awaited savior. What You Will Discover

• The moving account of Nargis’s captivity and the extraordinary dream that set her on the path toward faith.
• How divine providence brought her to Imam al-ʿAskari (peace be upon him) and prepared the ground for the birth of Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance).
• The challenges, doubts, and perseverance she experienced on her spiritual journey.
• The role of Nargis as the mother of the awaited Imam and her unique place in Shīʿī devotional heritage.
• Lessons of patience, trust in God, and hope in the fulfillment of divine promises.

About the Author Sayed Jamaluddin Hejazi is an Iranian writer who highlights episodes of Shīʿī devotional heritage through accessible storytelling. His narrative style combines historical detail with emotional depth. The English translation by Ali Abbasi preserves this reflective tone, making the story approachable for international readers. Who Is This Book For? Readers interested in the history of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them), seekers of inspirational biographies, and anyone wishing to better understand the spiritual significance of Nargis’s life and her role in the story of the awaited Imam.