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True or false: Praying for something that will come true or be achieved is considered nonsense, and cannot be done by a rational person.
False
True or false: The role of supplication in preserving the Imam contradicts the belief that God Almighty takes care of the Imam.
False
True or false: According to the text, it is considered nonsensical to pray for the preservation of the Imam Mahdi, as it is believed to have already been secured by God Almighty.
False
True or false: According to the text, praying for the protection of the Imam Mahdi is often seen as a problem rather than a question.
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Mary's life is described as a series of miracles that did not contradict natural causes
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God's miracles often occur within the context of natural causes, as seen in the story of Mary and the palm tree
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The divine protection and care of Imam Mahdi during the great occultation eliminates the need for natural causes
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The Imam must still take precautions and protect himself despite divine protection
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Even the Imams themselves avoided explicit naming of Imam Mahdi to protect him
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Abu Khaled Al-Kabli, a close companion of Imam Al-Sajjad, expressed concern about being cut off from the Imam
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Imam Al-Baqir acknowledged Abu Khaled as a loyal Shiite and inquired about his needs
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Prolonged sleep can lead to health issues such as clinical ulcers and numbness due to decreased blood flow
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Divine protection eliminates the need for natural causes in any situation
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Imam Mahdi is not mentioned in the context of natural causes in the text
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The story of Mary and the palm tree illustrates the coexistence of divine miracles and natural causes
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Taking precautions is unnecessary when someone is under divine protection
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Imam Mahdi's vulnerability to illness and unjust rulers is emphasized in the text.
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The text challenges the misconception that illness or hardship is indicative of divine displeasure.
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The Commander of the Faithful is cited as stating that the world is a place of reward for the pious and punishment for the wicked.
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The text references narrations from both Sunni and Shia sources that suggest Jesus will pray ahead of Imam Mahdi.
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Ibn Mah Ziyar's encounter with Imam Mahdi during the minor occultation is recounted in the text.
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The Imam's commitment to his father's advice to live openly in the community is mentioned in the text.
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The text underscores the Imam's concern for the welfare of the people and his commitment to fulfilling his responsibilities.
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The narrative serves to illustrate the Imam's unawareness of the challenges faced by his followers and his dedication to fulfilling his role.
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The text emphasizes the need for believers to pray for the protection and preservation of both Imam Mahdi and Jesus.
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The importance of supplication by believers for the protection of Imam Mahdi is not underscored in the text.
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The Imam's awareness of the challenges faced by his followers is illustrated in the text.
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The text highlights the significant role of Jesus in the state of Imam Mahdi.
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Imam Al-Sajjad described Imam Mahdi to Abu Khaled in detail, expressing his desire to take his hand if he found him.
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Imam Al-Baqi responded to Abu Khaled's inquiry about the name of Imam Mahdi, stating that it was a difficult question and expressing reluctance to disclose it.
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The naming of Imam Mahdi was kept exclusive to the elite and those who completely trusted him during the time of the Imams.
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The name of Imam Mahdi is mostly expressed by the title 'Al-Qa'im' and not directly by his given name, which is Muhammad bin Al-Hasan Al-Askari.
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The reason for this concealment was to preserve and protect Imam Mahdi from harm and ensure his safety.
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It was believed that if some people knew his name and lineage, they would attempt to harm or isolate him.
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God's divine preservation of Imam Mahdi did not eliminate the possibility of him being afflicted with diseases and other human conditions.
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The sheikh discussed the possibility of Imam Mahdi being afflicted with diseases during his absence, emphasizing that all the imams, including Imam Mahdi, were exposed to diseases.
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The exposure of the imams to trials and tribulations, including diseases, served as an example and role model for the people.
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The sheikh explained that if the imams were not subjected to imprisonment or suffering, they could not effectively serve as role models for the people.
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The suffering and trials of the imams were essential in enabling them to empathize with and guide the people effectively.
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The text highlights the belief that the trials and suffering of the imams were integral to their role as spiritual leaders and exemplars for the community.
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True or false: All believers are required to pray for God's blessings upon the Prophet and his family.
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True or false: The prayer of any Muslim is not accepted unless it includes a supplication for God to pray upon the Messenger of God.
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True or false: The Quran asks believers to pray for the Messenger of God, despite God and His angels already praying for him.
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True or false: God has undertaken to support the Messenger of God and Islam, yet still asks believers to support him.
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True or false: The text explores the wisdom behind asking believers to pray for the preservation of Imam Mahdi.
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True or false: The author rejects the idea that God's care cancels out natural causes, citing examples of divine intervention without relying on natural causes.
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True or false: The case of the disciples receiving a table from heaven is cited as an example of a miracle not dependent on natural causes.
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True or false: The author argues that most of God's miracles do not conflict with natural causes but continue alongside them.
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True or false: The story of the People of the Cave sleeping for 309 years is presented as an example of a natural event requiring a suspension of natural law.
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True or false: The text questions the possibility of a drug or natural cause that could make a person sleep for 300 years.
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True or false: The author suggests that divine intervention can occur without negating natural causes, citing the People of the Cave as an example.
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True or false: The text delves into the concept of divine care and intervention, exploring the relationship between supernatural and natural causes.
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Study Notes
The Importance of Praying for the Messenger of God
- All believers are required to pray for God's blessings upon the Prophet and his family.
- The prayer of any Muslim is not accepted unless it includes a supplication for God to pray upon the Messenger of God.
- The Quran asks believers to pray for the Messenger of God, despite God and His angels already praying for him.
- God has undertaken to support the Messenger of God and Islam, yet still asks believers to support him.
- The text explores the wisdom behind asking believers to pray for the preservation of Imam Mahdi.
- The author rejects the idea that God's care cancels out natural causes, citing examples of divine intervention without relying on natural causes.
- The case of the disciples receiving a table from heaven is cited as an example of a miracle not dependent on natural causes.
- The author argues that most of God's miracles do not conflict with natural causes but continue alongside them.
- The story of the People of the Cave sleeping for 309 years is presented as an example of a natural event requiring a suspension of natural law.
- The text questions the possibility of a drug or natural cause that could make a person sleep for 300 years.
- The author suggests that divine intervention can occur without negating natural causes, citing the People of the Cave as an example.
- The text delves into the concept of divine care and intervention, exploring the relationship between supernatural and natural causes.
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Explore the significance of praying for the Messenger of God and the concept of divine intervention alongside natural causes in this thought-provoking quiz. Delve into the Quranic teachings and the wisdom behind supplicating for the preservation of Imam Mahdi. Reflect on examples of divine care and intervention, and the relationship between supernatural and natural causes.
