A Divine Leader Can Be Recognized By Four Characteristics

Al-Khiṣāl · Volume 1 · Section 9 · 4 narrations

Hadith 526

“I asked Aba Abdullah as-Sadiq, ‘What are the signs with which one can recognize a true Divine Leader?’ The Imam (MGB) replied, ‘Serenity, solemnity, knowledge and will .’”

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Hadith 527

“I asked Abi Ja’far al-Baqir (MGB), ‘May I be your ransom! If the most knowledgeable one from your household perishes, how can one know the Trustee who comes after him?’ The Imam (MGB) replied, ‘Through guidance,…

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Hadith 528

I was honored over the other Prophets by the following four things: the ground was established as the place of prostration and cleansing for my nation. Should any of my followers want to pray and he doesn’t have access…

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Hadith 529

The best number for companions is four. The best number for members for a government is four-hundred. The best number of troops is four-thousand. Twelve-thousand troops would not be defeated by a few if they persevere…

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