Let us start with the name, with which the Messenger has introduced us to it, the Dajjal- which is not actually a name, in the sense that it is more of a description than a proper name; like that of Emam Mahdi (a.s) who will have a separate personal name but is known to us as Al-Mahdi or ‘the rightly guided one’ who will appear in the later times to guide mankind to true Guidance, the right path. Similarly, the Dajjal is not a name in the proper sense as an adjective. The literal meaning of the word “Dajjal” is that of an attractive impostor, beautiful outside but dark and ugly inside, a cheat a deceiver and a liar. Is not this statement true of the technologically advanced western civilization which dazzles the beholder with fantastic achievements on the one hand yet due to its absolute detachment from God in their collective lives, society is rife with injustices, crimes and sins of every kind? This ‘civilization’ has been responsible for the deaths of 14 million human lives in course of the two world wars and another 20 million people in different wars and skirmishes ever since. The number of people disabled from these would be at least double of the dead; countless more have been displaced and rendered homeless. It does not end there- injustices and cruelty on a personal and collective level, murders, thefts, rapes, kidnappings go on unabated and it is for these that the western civilization is the dazzling, attractive impostor.

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The Dajjaal – (Al-Maseeh Al-Dajjaal)

How does a single vision grow into a center of devotion and communal memory? History Behind Masjid Jamkaran traces the origins and evolving spiritual significance of this holy site near Qom.

About the Book

History Behind Masjid Jamkaran was published in 2000 by Jamkaran Mosque Research Office (Qom). The original author is unknown; the volume is edited by Arifa Hudda and translated into English by Saleem Bhimji. It recounts the foundational account of Hasan ibn Muthlih al-Jamkarānī in 373 AH (984 CE) and follows the site’s development into a place of prayer, reflection, and hope. Alongside the historical narrative, the book presents recommended devotional practices associated with the mosque, including supplications for the safety of Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance), and offers context for the mosque’s role during the ghayba (occultation).

What You Will Discover
<ul>
 	<li>The foundational narrative: how Hasan ibn Muthlih al-Jamkarānī’s vision led to establishing the site near Qom.</li>
 	<li>How Tuesday-night gatherings and other traditions shaped Jamkaran as a living center of pilgrimage.</li>
 	<li>A practical overview of recommended prayers and duʿāʾ linked to the mosque, including a well-known supplication for the Imam’s safety.</li>
 	<li>Historical notes and illustrative materials that frame the site’s growth in memory and practice.</li>
 	<li>The theological and devotional significance of Jamkaran within Shīʿī life—especially as a focus for hopeful intidhar (active awaiting).</li>
</ul>
About the Author

Arifa Hudda (editor) ensures a clear, faithful presentation of the source material, while Saleem Bhimji (translator) renders the history and devotional guidance in accessible English for an international readership.

Who Is This Book For?

Pilgrims, students of sacred geography, and readers seeking a concise, devotional history of Jamkaran—those who want both historical grounding and practical guidance centered on Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance).

History Behind Masjid Jamkaran

How does belief in the Imam not only guide the faithful but also nourish spiritual renewal? Imam Mahdi: The Spring of Life presents Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance) as a wellspring of hope and ethical vitality—linking creed to lived responsibility.

About the Book

Imam Mahdi: The Spring of Life is compiled and presented by Islamic Mobility, and was published in 2001 by Jamkaran Mosque Research Office (Qom). The booklet introduces key themes of ʿaqāʾid (creed) and furūʿ al-dīn (branches of religious practice)—clarifying belief (īmān), disbelief (kufr), and deviation (inḥirāf)—and then explains the significance and obligations of believing in the Mahdi, including the duties and responsibilities of his followers.

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What You Will Discover
<ul>
 	<li>Clear, glossary-style explanations of core creed and practice: what ʿaqāʾid and furūʿ al-dīn mean, and how they shape a believer’s life.</li>
 	<li>A concise treatment of belief, disbelief, and deviation—how each is defined and why it matters for one’s spiritual trajectory.</li>
 	<li>Practical duties of the follower of Imam al-Mahdi: worship and supplication, truthfulness, charity, and service to the community as signs of loyal awaiting.</li>
 	<li>The book’s guiding metaphor—the Imam as a “spring of life”—showing how sound belief revitalizes character, hope, and communal resilience.</li>
</ul>
About the Author 

Islamic Mobility produces accessible introductions and devotional materials for an international readership. This volume is published by Jamkaran Mosque Research Office (Qom), continuing that institution’s focus on concise, faith-centered instruction.

Who Is This Book For?

Believers seeking a compact, source-based overview of creed, moral duties, and the spiritual meaning of belief in Imam al-Mahdi—readers who want practical guidance for living faithfully during the occultation.

Imam Mahdi (atfs) The Spring of Life

What does it mean to catch a glimpse of the Hidden Imam during occultation? Glimpses of Imām al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) offers brief but meaningful reflections, drawn from tradition and devotion, that remind believers of the Imam’s enduring presence and guidance.

About the Book

Glimpses of Imām al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) was prepared by Islamic Mobility and published in 2001 by the Research Office of the Holy Mosque of Jamkaran Publications. This concise devotional booklet presents selected reflections and spiritual reminders from Islamic tradition, each intended to inspire faith, hope, and ethical steadfastness. Compact and meditative, it serves as a companion for believers who wish to sustain their awareness of the Imam during ghayba (occultation).

What You Will Discover
<ul>
 	<li>A curated collection of short, powerful reflections and devotional phrases designed for daily inspiration.</li>
 	<li>Insights into the symbolic meanings behind traditional reminders, connecting them to the Imam’s guiding presence.</li>
 	<li>Practical encouragement for turning moments of longing into acts of spiritual awareness and ethical conduct.</li>
 	<li>A source of comfort and hope, reminding believers that divine guidance is always near, even in concealment.</li>
</ul>
About the Authors

Islamic Mobility, in collaboration with the Jamkaran Mosque Research Office, produces concise devotional works rooted in Shīʿī tradition and designed to strengthen faith through accessible presentation.

Who Is This Book For?

Believers seeking daily spiritual inspiration, readers of devotional Islamic literature, and anyone wishing to nurture their connection with Imām al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) through brief yet powerful reminders.

Glimpses of Al- Mahdi

How should Mahdism be understood within Islamic doctrine? A Reply to Belief of Mahdism in Shia Imamate is a concise, source-based defense that demonstrates the Shīʿī belief in the Twelfth Imam is firmly rooted in core Islamic sources and refutes polemical misreadings and later misconceptions.

About the Book

Authored by Ayatollah Lutfullah Safi al-Golpaygani, this work clarifies the organic link between Imamate and Mahdism in Shīʿī theology. Drawing on Qur’anic indications, hadith, and reasoned argument, the author establishes the legitimacy of belief in Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble reappearance), addresses common objections, and corrects distortions. The tone is respectful yet rigorous, aiming to replace confusion with doctrinal clarity.

What You Will Discover
<ul>
 	<li>Trace the doctrinal link between Imamate and Mahdism as articulated in classical sources.</li>
 	<li>Examine key evidences—Qur’anic allusions and hadith—that ground belief in a living, divinely guided Imam.</li>
 	<li>See major objections answered through precise, text-driven rebuttals that separate authentic tradition from polemics.</li>
 	<li>Learn evaluative criteria for assessing claims and reports about the Imam, promoting sound, source-aware understanding.</li>
</ul>
About the Author

Ayatollah Lutfullah Safi al-Golpaygani (1919–2022) was a leading Shīʿī jurist and prolific author. Renowned for doctrinal clarity and meticulous use of sources, he wrote extensively to explain and defend core beliefs with scholarly precision and accessible reasoning.

Who Is This Book For?

Students of Islamic theology, readers engaged in Sunni–Shīʿī discourse, and believers seeking a concise, authoritative clarification of Mahdism grounded in scripture and tradition.

A Replay to belief of Mahdism in Shia Imamate

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