Mahdism

Establishing a spiritual, heartfelt connection with the Imam of our Time (AJ) requires developing our inner capacity by fulfilling our religious obligations and avoiding what is forbidden. This connection must be constant, because neglecting the Imam hinders our spiritual progress. Through seeking God’s special grace and striving with love, we can attain such a degree of absorption that we become immersed in the being of the Imam (AJ).

The best way to make the Imam of Our Time (AJ) happy is to do good with sincere intentions. Holding fast to the Qur’an and the Ahl al-Bayt, reflecting on God’s signs, and reviewing our actions each day and night also earn his approval. Ultimately, anything that pleases God will bring joy to the Imam of Our Time.

Loving Imam al-Mahdi (AS) is beautiful: he is beloved by God, and it is praiseworthy to love those whom God loves. There is nothing wrong with expressing this affection; it reflects your love for goodness and for God’s proof on earth.

To know whether the Imam of our Time (AS) is pleased with you, pay attention to your good deeds. If you worship God, your parents and those around you are pleased with you, and you encourage what is right and discourage what is wrong, then know that the Imam of our Time (AS) is pleased with you.