The 14 Masoomen
Explore the lives, teachings, and legacies of the fourteen infallibles in Shia Islam
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Explore the 14 Masoomen
Biography
Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq was the son of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir and the sixth Imam. He lived during a period of political transition between the Umayyad and Abbasid dynasties, which allowed him relative freedom to teach and disseminate knowledge. He established a renowned school in Medina that attracted thousands of students from various backgrounds. His contributions span numerous fields including jurisprudence, theology, Quranic exegesis, and natural sciences. The Ja'fari school of jurisprudence is named after him, and many prominent scholars, including Abu Hanifa and Malik ibn Anas, benefited from his knowledge.
Shrine of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (AS)
Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq is buried in the Jannat al-Baqi cemetery in Medina, Saudi Arabia. This historic cemetery contains the graves of many of the Prophet's companions and family members.
Whoever acts without knowledge, destroys more than he builds.— Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (AS)
Teachings & Legacy
Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq's scholarly contributions span numerous fields including jurisprudence, theology, Quranic exegesis, and natural sciences. The Ja'fari school of jurisprudence is named after him, and his teachings influenced many prominent scholars across different Islamic schools.
About the 14 Masoomen
Understanding the significance of the fourteen infallibles in Shia Islam
Who are the 14 Masoomen?
In Shia Islam, the 14 Infallibles (Arabic: Chahārdah Maʿsūmīn) are the Prophet Muhammad, his daughter Fatima al-Zahra, and the Twelve Imams. They are considered to be divinely appointed guides who are free from sin and error.
These revered figures are central to Shia theology and spirituality, representing the unbroken chain of divine guidance and leadership after the Prophet Muhammad.
The concept of infallibility (ismah) in Shia Islam means that these 14 individuals are believed to be protected by God from committing sins or errors in matters of religious guidance.
Further Resources
Explore these classical texts to deepen your understanding of the 14 Masoomen
Nahj al-Balagha
A collection of sermons, letters, and sayings attributed to Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, compiled by al-Sharif al-Radi in the 10th century CE.
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A collection of supplications attributed to Imam Ali ibn Hussein (Zayn al-Abidin), known as "The Psalms of Islam."
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One of the most important Shia hadith collections, compiled by Muhammad ibn Ya'qub al-Kulayni in the 10th century CE.
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