The Fourteen Luminaries of Islam

The Fourteen Luminaries of Islam

The history of Islam shines through the lives of the Fourteen Luminaries — the Prophet Muḥammad (peace be upon him and his Family), his daughter Lady Fāṭimah al-Zahrāʾ (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhā al-salām — “peace be upon her”), and the Twelve Imams (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhim al-salām — “peace be upon them”). Each stands as a perfect manifestation of faith, knowledge, and divine guidance, illuminating a path of mercy and justice that has shaped Muslim spiritual thought for centuries.

About the Book

The Fourteen Luminaries of Islam, published by the World Organization for Islamic Services, presents a concise biographical and devotional overview of each of the Fourteen Infallibles (Maʿṣūmīn, a term meaning “the infallible ones”). Drawing from authentic ḥadīth (prophetic and Imamic traditions) and classical histories, the book outlines their lives, missions, and moral teachings within the broader framework of Islamic revelation.

Through accessible prose and thoughtful commentary, it highlights the unity of message that connects the Prophet Muḥammad (peace be upon him and his Family), Lady Fāṭimah (ʿa), and the Twelve Imams (ʿa) — from Imam ʿAlī (ʿa) to Imam al-Mahdī (may God hasten his noble reappearance). The author shows how each of these luminaries represents a distinct reflection of divine wisdom (ḥikmah), spiritual authority (wilāyah), and moral perfection (kamāl).

What You Will Discover

• A complete introduction to the Fourteen Infallibles (Maʿṣūmīn) in Shīʿī belief.
• Key events from the lives of the Prophet, Lady Fāṭimah (ʿa), and the Twelve Imams (ʿa).
• Explanations of their virtues, miracles, and moral teachings.
• The spiritual meaning of wilāyah (divinely appointed guardianship) and its continuity across generations.
• How their light (nūr) forms the spiritual and ethical foundation of Islam.

About the Author

The World Organization for Islamic Services is a pioneering Shīʿī publishing institution dedicated to producing reliable, well-researched texts that introduce the teachings of the Ahl al-Bayt (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhim al-salām — “peace be upon them”). Its publications emphasize clarity, authenticity, and the transmission of knowledge to a global audience, promoting deeper understanding of Islam’s spiritual heritage.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is for readers seeking a clear and devotional overview of the Fourteen Infallibles — ideal for students, educators, and anyone wishing to explore the lives, virtues, and divine mission of the Prophet Muḥammad (peace be upon him and his Family), Lady Fāṭimah al-Zahrāʾ (ʿa), and the Twelve Imams (ʿa).