The Promised Savior

The Promised Savior

What does the concept of Imamate—the divinely guided leadership—look like when examined through the nuanced perspectives of Muslim thinkers? The Promised Savior presents a concise, yet powerful exploration of the belief in Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance) as rooted in authentic tradition and reasoned discourse. About the Book The Promised Savior (full title: An Inquiry into the Imamate of Imam Mahdi from the Viewpoint of Muslim Thinkers) is a well-regarded Shīʿī treatise by Professor Sayyid Ali al-Husayni al-Milani. Written as part of the “Ideological Researches” series, the work draws on Sunni and Shīʿī hadith (prophetic reports) to trace how early Muslim scholars addressed the doctrine of Mahdawiyyat (the belief in the awaited Mahdi as the promised savior). Al-Milani compares traditions, critiques misunderstandings, and highlights affirmations of the Imam’s lineage, existence, and future mission. His method balances academic depth with devotional sensitivity, making the work relevant for both scholars and spiritually committed readers. What You Will Discover

• How Sunni and Shīʿī narrations converge and diverge in their portrayal of the Mahdi.
• A scholarly survey of hadith tracing the Imam’s genealogy and divine mandate.
• Refutations of counter-traditions, such as equating the Mahdi with Jesus or undermining the Twelve Imams.
• Thoughtful engagement with skepticism—addressing doubts on long life, disappearance, and identity.
• A call to active intidhar (awaiting)—grounded in ethics, knowledge, and heartfelt discipline.

About the Author Professor Sayyid Ali al-Husayni al-Milani is a respected Shīʿī scholar based in Qom, Iran. A former student of prominent jurists including Grand Ayatollah Golpaygani, he is known for rigorous scholarship that bridges faith and reason. His body of work reflects an effort to present core beliefs—such as Imamate—with clarity and scholarly integrity. Who Is This Book For? Students, researchers, and thoughtful readers who wish to revisit Mahdawiyyat (the belief in the awaited Mahdi as the promised savior) through authentic sources and balanced analysis—bridging theological depth with spiritual conviction, all rooted in reasoned faith.