Imamate - Authority of Imams

• Who are the Shia Muslims also called?

  Imamate
• What do Shia Muslims believe about Muhammad's succession?

  They believe Ali is his rightful successor
• Who chose Ali as his successor according to Shia belief?

  Muhammad
• What happened after Muhammad's death according to Shia belief?

  Shia Muslims were led by twelve imams
• How many imams do Shia Muslims believe were there after Muhammad?

  Twelve
• What percentage of the global Muslim population do Shia Muslims make up?

  About 10 percent
• What is the Twelvers branch of Shia Islam?

  A branch that believes in twelve imams
• Who are the followers of the Twelvers branch of Shia Islam?

  They are known as Shia Muslims
• What is the significance of the twelve imams in Shia Islam?

  They are considered spiritual successors to Muhammad
• What do Shia Muslims believe about the twelfth imam?

  He is hidden and will return at the end of times
• What do Shia Muslims believe about the teachings of the imams?

  They are essential for understanding the Quran
• Why are the twelve imams highly respected in Shia Islam?

  Due to their close relationship with God
• How do Shia Muslims view the relationship between the imams and God?

  They see it as a close and respected bond
• What is the role of the Mujtahid in Shia Islam?

  They are highly trained scholars in Shia Islam
• What do Mujtahids provide to the Shia community?

  Guidance in religious matters
• How are Mujtahids viewed within the Shia community?

  They are highly respected and influential
• What is the significance of the teachings of the imams in Shia Islam?

  They guide followers on how to live correctly
• What do Shia Muslims believe about the return of the twelfth imam?

  He will return to bring justice
• What is the relationship between Shia Muslims and God?

  They have a close and respectful relationship
• Why do Shia Muslims believe they need guidance from the imams?

  To live correctly according to God's will
• How do Shia Muslims view the necessity of the imams?

  They see them as essential for guidance
• What are the key beliefs of Shia Muslims regarding the imams?

  • Twelve imams are spiritual successors to Muhammad
  • They are selected by God
  • They interpret the word of Allah perfectly
  • They are highly respected and provide guidance
• What are the characteristics of the Mujtahid in Shia Islam?

  • Highly trained scholars
  • Provide religious guidance
  • Respected within the Shia community
• What is the significance of the twelfth imam in Shia belief?

  • He is hidden and will return
  • He will bring justice at the end of times
  • He is essential for understanding Shia teachings