https://www.mouoodmag.ir/ Two-Quarterly Scientific-Promotional Journal of Mahdism en daily 1 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0330 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0330 https://www.mouoodmag.ir/article_233910.html Mahdism is one of the fundamental doctrines of Islam, holding a special status in the Quran and the sayings of the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.). As a distinguished contemporary mystic and jurist, Ayat-Allah Muhammad Taqi Bahjat offered a spiritual and esoteric perspective on Mahdism in the light of Quranic verses. Employing a descriptive-analytical approach, this research aims to analyze the characteristics of his Quranic-spiritual view on Mahdism and examines how he utilized Quranic verses to elucidate topics such as Occultation, the duties of those awaiting, and the levels of meeting the Imam (Tasharruf). Findings indicate that Ayat-Allah Bahjat, with an approach distinct from text-oriented (literal) exegesis, focuses on linking verses with individual spiritual conduct and the spiritual upbringing of the Muntazirin. Emphasizing the Quran and the Imam as counterparts, focusing on verses regarding patience, piety, supplication, and servitude as essential elements of Waiting, and viewing the Reappearance as an inner process are characteristics of this perspective. His Quranic allusions offer a practical and ethical model for a "waiting lifestyle" that can guide believers during the era of Occultation. https://www.mouoodmag.ir/article_233912.html In religious literature, the End Times (Akhir al-Zamān) is portrayed as an era fraught with seditions (Fitnah) and great trials, where the lives of believers are beset by numerous ethical, social, and spiritual challenges. In this context, finding ways to preserve faith, mitigate harm, and navigate this critical period is of paramount importance. With a profound insight into religious teachings, Ayat-Allah Bahjat offers solutions encompassing recommendations for strengthening individual faith and ethical foundations, as well as establishing social stability and cohesion. Therefore, employing a descriptive-analytical method and utilizing SWOT analysis (identifying Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) based on library research, this article aims to examine ways to escape seditions or limit and reduce apocalyptic harms in the lives of believers from Ayatollah Behjat's perspective. The results indicate that the most significant factors recommended by Ayat-Allah Bahjat for countering apocalyptic tribulations include spiritual self-purification (Tazkiyah), attention to supplication and connection with God, and adherence to ethical principles and Sharia. Furthermore, emphasis on individual self-improvement, strengthening social spirituality, cohesion among believers, and participation in charitable acts are analyzed as strategic strengths and opportunities with high potential for reducing apocalyptic harms. Conversely, challenges such as the lack of institutional strategies, cultural threats, and weaknesses in formal religious education are analyzed as existing obstacles and threats. https://www.mouoodmag.ir/article_233915.html From the perspective of Ayat-Allah Bahjat, the most significant, universal, and beloved prayer is the "Prayer for the Reappearance". Based on his view, praying for hastening the Deliverance (Faraj) is effective in the phenomenon of Reappearance, provided the conditions are met. The extent of this influence is such that "one can advance the Reappearance through prayer." To be fruitful, the conditions of prayer and obstacles to its fulfillment must be considered. While religious texts address factors affecting prayer in general, the question remains: what factors influence the prayer with the specific approach of "praying for the Reappearance," and what are these according to Ayat-Allah Bahjat? In this article, these factors are extracted from the words of this Jurist (Faqih) and are presented by categorizing them into "influence enhancers" and "influence reducers." Using a library-based method, his views were first collected. Factors such as "commitment to religious duty", "repentance and seeking forgiveness," and "sincerity" are identified as enhancing factors, while factors like "sin," "hardheartedness", and "friendship with enemies of religion" are identified as diminishing factors. The main scientific contribution distinguishing this research is the analysis of Ayat-Allah Bahjat's discourse on this specific matter. https://www.mouoodmag.ir/article_233911.html The doctrine of Mahdism holds a unique position in the beliefs and behavior of Shi'as, and places attributed to Imam Mahdi—as tangible symbols of this belief—play a key role in strengthening the cultural and social identity of those awaiting him (Muntazirin). This research examines Ayat-Allah Bahjat's attitude toward Mahdavi sites and its impact on understanding Mahdism in society. Employing a qualitative-analytical method and utilizing written sources and interviews with experts, his views in this field have been extracted and analyzed. Research findings indicate that Ayat-Allah Bahjat considered Mahdavi sites—such as Jamkarān Mosque, Al-Sahla Mosque, and the Holy Sardab (Cellar)—as conduits for connection with the Imam of the Time (A.S.) and centers for spiritual upbringing. He emphasized continuous pilgrimage (Ziyārat) to these places, performing specific rituals, and paying attention to their miracles (Karāmat). He believed that these sites are not merely places of worship, but bases for unity, teaching Mahdavi knowledge, and the purification of souls (Tazkiyah). Ayat-Allah Bahjat's attitude was a combination of Gnostic, jurisprudential, and social dimensions, which can offer a model for a "Mahdavi lifestyle" in the era of Occultation https://www.mouoodmag.ir/article_233914.html Alongside full attention to the Quran and Hadith for a better understanding of religious teachings, the words and conduct (Sirah) of the grand Shiite authorities (Maraji') are of special importance. As a practicing mystic devoted to Islamic mandates, Ayat-Allah Bahjat serves as a suitable practical model for Mahdavi teachings in various aspects. This article scrutinizes the issue of Occultation, its causes, the tribulations during this era, and the strategies to escape them, based on his statements. The research method is library-based, relying on a comprehensive investigation of the book "Hazrat-e Hujjat", which contains the transcribed notes and points made by Ayat-Allah Bahjat over many years, compiled by his students. This research seeks to answer these questions: How is the lifestyle of His Holiness described during the Occultation in Ayat-Allah Bahjat’s view? What are the causes of Occultation? Furthermore, what calamities have befallen Shiites due to the absence of the Imam of the Time? And finally, what are the ways to escape these tribulations according to Ayat-Allah Behjat? These issues are discussed in detail in this article. https://www.mouoodmag.ir/article_233913.html  Given that one of the significant topics in Mahdavi teachings concerns the duties and obligations of Shi'as during the era of the Occultation of the last Divine Proof (Imam al-Mahdi), precise and strategic insights regarding this crucial issue can be found within the works of the late Ayat-Allah Bahjat. These insights reflect his deep spiritual bond with the Imam. Employing a descriptive method, this article addresses the individual and social duties of believers towards Imam Mahdi from the perspective of this wise mystic. It presents strategic and precise points from his views—derived from Quranic verses and Hadiths—to those seeking Mahdavi knowledge. https://www.mouoodmag.ir/article_233916.html The discipline of Futures Studies seeks to establish and develop transformative approaches in human life. Similarly, Mahdism, as a doctrine extending across time, reveals fresh capacities regarding religion's plan for the global future. Addressing the harmonious facets of these two currents adds richness to futures-oriented studies. The objective of this research is to analyze Futures Studies through the lens of Ayat-Allah Bahjat’s statements on the doctrine of Mahdism. The research method is descriptive-analytical. Findings indicate that Ayat-Allah Bahjat's mystical statements and experiences possess suitable capacity for regenerating future-oriented discussions, creating new meanings for Futures Studies, and expanding its scope. Delineating the principles of Futures Studies is achieved by addressing the sides of the "Futures Studies Triangle" and providing a monotheistic analysis thereof. In this research, with regard to Ayat-Allah Bahjat's scientific and practical conduct, a distinction is made between "Grassroots Futures Studies" and "Systemic Futures Studies," as well as the role of unforeseen events in the future. Furthermore, by offering an interpretation of the "Uncertainty Principle," the study arrives at the implications of accepting or rejecting this principle for a religious future. Finally, concepts and instances in the pre- and post-Reappearance eras, where "Personal Deliverance" (Faraj) leads to "General Deliverance," are analyzed.