\n The Prophet directed his followers on how to continue on...

\n The Prophet directed his followers on how to continue on the path of Guidance after he would pass away, by establishing for them principles and procedures of a manifest and plainly apparent way (manhaj), and a beacon of light whose banners he raised for them. This so that they may not go astray after him, since he was exceedingly generous and extremely compassionate towards them. .

\n When the appointed term of the Emissary of Allah transpired and his life was accomplished, Allah raised him up. His works he found pleasing, and his reward with him was abundant and his station elevated. The messenger of Allah passed away, bequeathing to the Umma two things: the book of Allah and his heir, Commander of the Faithful, Prince of the Righteous, ( ImamAli ), Allah\u2019s blessings be upon him. Two complementary companions: each testifying to the veracity of the other.

The Imam discoursing by Allah\u2019s authority on the Quran and detailing matters Allah has made incumbent upon his bondsmen, the most important of which is Submission to Allah\u2019s will, obedience to the Imam and his authority, and the fulfilment of the due rights of the Imam. This is Allah\u2019s will to perfect his Deen by these means, to make plain his command, to advance his proofs and to provide illumination through His Light.

\n Whenever one imam passed away, Allah appointed in his succession another imam with clear proofs, (who was) an illuminating guide, an upright custodian , guiding with truth and judging by it. Imams who were Allah\u2019s proofs and representatives, appointed custodians of his creation. Allah\u2019s bondsmen were guided through them and the land was illuminated by their light.

He made them as a source of life for mankind, lamps in the(midst of )darkness, keys to (unlock) \u2018speech\u2019( i.e knowledge) , and pillars supporting Islam. Allah made the system of submission to Him and the fulfilment of His obligations to rest in compliance to the Imams, in matters known and recourse to them in matters unknown.

He warned others against expressing opinions disputing on issues they are ignorant of.Allah , the blessed and most High, desired through this the salvation of whomsoever he wills from his creation, from the disasters of darkness and the veils of bestial desires. \n May Allah bless Muhammad and the noble members of his household, from whom he removed all defilements and purified from all impurities.