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The Birthday of Imam Muhammad ibn Hasan al-Mahdi (PBUH) - Al-Shia The Scientific and Cultural Website of Shia belief The Birthday of Imam Muhammad ibn Hasan al-Mahdi (PBUH) 2025-02-14 1031 Views The Shia Imams Introduction The birth of Imam Muhammad ibn Hasan [Popularly referred to as Imam al-Mahdi (a.s)], the twelfth and final Imam in the lineage of the pure Prophet’s Household [ (a.s)], is one of the most significant events in Islamic history.

Revered as the awaited leader who will establish a world of equity and eradicate oppression, his birth is a source of hope and inspiration for millions of Muslims. The commemoration of this momentous occasion transcends mere celebration; it is a time for reflection on his mission, renewal of faith, and reaffirmation of commitment to the principles of justice, unity, and moral excellence.

The life and legacy of Imam al-Mahdi (a.s) remind believers of the enduring presence of divine guidance and their responsibility to prepare for his reappearance by fostering righteousness within themselves and their communities.

Contents Introduction His Noble Lineage His Birth His Teknonyms and Titles Theological Significance of His Birth Commemoration of His Birthday References This study aims to explore the significance of the birth of Imam al-Mahdi (a.s), emphasizing its historical, spiritual, and social dimensions.

It aims to highlight the relevance of his birthday in fostering hope, justice, and moral responsibility among Muslims, while encouraging reflection on the role of believers in preparing for his awaited reappearance. His Noble Lineage Imam Muhammad ibn Hasan al-Mahdi (a.s) descends from the (PBUHH) through his daughter, Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (a.s), and Imam Ali (a.s). He is the nineth grandson of Imam Husain.

He was named Abu al-Qāsim Muhammad, the same name and kunya as the Holy Prophet of God [1] . His father, Imam Hassan al-Askari (a.s), the eleventh Imam [2] ,(a.s), played a crucial role in keeping his birth a secret due to the political persecution of the Abbasid Caliphate. His mother, Lady Narjis [3] (s.a) was based on the account of Shaykh Ṣadūq [4] was a Roman princess.

According to al-Mufid, Lady Narjis was a slave girl born and raised in the house of Hakima Khatun; daughter of Imam Muhammad al-Jawad (the ninth Imam) and paternal aunt of al-Askari [5] . Lady Narjis is a woman of extraordinary virtue and faith, chosen for the sacred role of being the mother of the awaited savior.