Authority & Nur (light), of Imam in Quran & Farmans
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swamidada786
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Re: Authority & Nur (light), of Imam in Quran & Farmans
On the topic of Noor I am quoting Sir Mazhar. 70s/80s famous RC teacher in Karachi, who started Quran classes in many centers, taught Arabic in mostly RC centers, in Garden center restarted 11th grade and took it to 14th grade. During lecture he said, I quote; " The Noor is the binding force of universe, the Noor is the bloodline of universe, each particle is mazhar of Noor. On Doomsday when God will withdraw Noor, the universe will collapse".
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mahebubchatur
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Re: Authority & Nur (light), of Imam in Quran & Farmans
Surah al-Barā’ah (Surah at-Tawbah, 9:3) and
the Appointment of Imam ʿAli (AS) - Divine authority & designation
“This is a proclamation from Allah and His Messenger to the people on the day of the greater pilgrimage: that Allah is free from obligation to the polytheists, and so is His Messenger…” (Qur’an 9:3)
After its revelation, the Prophet ﷺ initially sent Abu Bakr to lead the Hajj and convey the message. Later, divine instruction required that this proclamation — which annulled treaties and declared Allah’s position toward the polytheists — be delivered by the Prophet himself or by one “from him,” acting with his authority.
Accordingly, the Prophet ﷺ recalled Abu Bakr and appointed Imam ʿAli (AS) to publicly disseminate Surah al-Barā’ah — Allah’s will — during the Hajj.
This also demonstrates that divine will and authority can be conveyed only by the Prophet ﷺ or one vested with divine authority from Allah.
Ghadir Khumm and the Appointment of Imam ʿAli (AS)
During the declaration of Ghadir Khumm, the Prophet ﷺ formally appointed abd designated Imam ʿAli (AS) as his successor, declaring him the wali (guardian) and leader of the believers). The community gave Bay’ah (allegiance) to Imam ʿAli (AS), affirming obedience and recognition of his divinely mandated authority.
The Prophet ﷺ entrusted Imam ʿAli (AS) with the authority to continue the Tawil (esoteric interpretation) and Talim (teaching) of the Qur’an and Allah’s will, ensuring the continuity of divine guidance for the Ummah. This established the fact that succession in spiritual authority is divinely designated by the will of Allah and cannot be assumed by human will alone.
More in Bayah
http://ismaili.net/timeline/2025/bayah.pdf
viewtopic.php?p=73597#p73597
Link to X Post
https://x.com/chaturmahebub/status/2004 ... hqfO552USg
the Appointment of Imam ʿAli (AS) - Divine authority & designation
“This is a proclamation from Allah and His Messenger to the people on the day of the greater pilgrimage: that Allah is free from obligation to the polytheists, and so is His Messenger…” (Qur’an 9:3)
After its revelation, the Prophet ﷺ initially sent Abu Bakr to lead the Hajj and convey the message. Later, divine instruction required that this proclamation — which annulled treaties and declared Allah’s position toward the polytheists — be delivered by the Prophet himself or by one “from him,” acting with his authority.
Accordingly, the Prophet ﷺ recalled Abu Bakr and appointed Imam ʿAli (AS) to publicly disseminate Surah al-Barā’ah — Allah’s will — during the Hajj.
This also demonstrates that divine will and authority can be conveyed only by the Prophet ﷺ or one vested with divine authority from Allah.
Ghadir Khumm and the Appointment of Imam ʿAli (AS)
During the declaration of Ghadir Khumm, the Prophet ﷺ formally appointed abd designated Imam ʿAli (AS) as his successor, declaring him the wali (guardian) and leader of the believers). The community gave Bay’ah (allegiance) to Imam ʿAli (AS), affirming obedience and recognition of his divinely mandated authority.
The Prophet ﷺ entrusted Imam ʿAli (AS) with the authority to continue the Tawil (esoteric interpretation) and Talim (teaching) of the Qur’an and Allah’s will, ensuring the continuity of divine guidance for the Ummah. This established the fact that succession in spiritual authority is divinely designated by the will of Allah and cannot be assumed by human will alone.
More in Bayah
http://ismaili.net/timeline/2025/bayah.pdf
viewtopic.php?p=73597#p73597
Link to X Post
https://x.com/chaturmahebub/status/2004 ... hqfO552USg
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mahebubchatur
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Re: Authority & Nur (light), of Imam in Quran & Farmans
Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS)
Ismaili Tariqah & Religious Education Board (ITREB)
Al-Waʿeẓ Farukh Amiry
10 January 2026
Al-Waʿeẓ Farukh Amiry delivered a Waʿez at the Jamatkhana in the presence of the Mukhi and Kamadia Sahebans and the Jamat. The session was also livestreamed on Zoom, which I attended.
The session was introduced as follows:
Title: Imamat – The Living Guidance of Islam
“Drawing from the Qur’an, Hadith, Farmans, and authoritative Ismaili sources, this session will be reflective, accessible, and relevant to everyday life for both youth and adults.”
During the Waʿez, Al-Waʿeẓ emphatically affirmed the following core principles of the Ismaili faith concerning the role authority & guidance of Imam and the Imamat (full audio, approx. 45 minutes, linked below):
He confirmed that every Imam of the time is designated by Allah, & is infallible, and is bearer of the Noor that pre-existed creation. The Imam is perfect, beyond the physical realm, and ever-present as the Noor-e-Imam. He has access to all the treasures of Allah — the Will of Allah. There is no limit to the Imam’s knowledge of Allah’s will, which is the source of the guidance conveyed by the Imam through Farmans.
He explained that the Imam knows the future, including the identities of future Imams, which is a part of the will of Allah.
The Imam’s authority and knowledge are from Allah & limitless, as it forms the entirety of knowledge and divine will
By way of example, he referenced the designation of Shah Karim during the Imamat of Shah Karim, noting that succession is determined by Allah’s will — not lineage, seniority, or personal human choice of the Imam
He quoted Hazar Imam Prince Rahim, stating that the next Imam is designated by Allah alone, pre-creation, and that the Imam does not choose his successor of his own volition. This knowledge comes from
Allah & forms part of Allah’s will — a pre-ordained divine trust.
Imam Shah Karim had also stated that the next Imam is known, but only to him.
Al-Waʿeẓ added that the Imam’s knowledge is limitless and that the Imam can know who the next six Imams will be.
Al-Waʿeẓ further stated that the Imam is infallible and incapable of corruption — financial, moral, intellectual, or otherwise. The Imam is not driven by ego or personal interest. His leadership and authority are pure, divinely purified, and continuously protected by Allah’s will. In this context, he referenced Qur’an 33:33 (Ayat-e-Tathir).
The Waʿez was clear, comprehensive, and deeply engaging. Al-Waʿeẓ welcomed questions and responded to as many as time permitted, including questions relating to Ali-Allah.
This session forms part of an ongoing series on Didar and the Imamat day on 4 February 2026. The first Imamat day for Prince Rahim - Hazar Imam
The next session is scheduled in two weeks.
Link to FULL audio recording:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1neY8pe ... p=drivesdk
Announcement
*Ya Ali Madad!*
In preparation for *Imamat Day*, *ITREB Kenya* warmly invites you to *Session one of a new three-part lecture series* exploring the heart of our faith:
*Imamat – The Living Guidance of Islam*
*Today – Saturday, 10th January*
Join Alwaez Farukh Amiry as he begins this series by addressing a foundational question:
*Why does Imamat matter?*
Who is the Imam of the Time, and why has humanity always needed living, divinely guided leadership?
Drawing from the *Qur’an, Hadith, Farmans,* and authoritative Ismaili sources, this session will be reflective, accessible, and relevant to everyday life for both youth and adults.
*Venue*: 1st Floor, Town Jamatkhana, Nairobi
🕰 *Time*: 7:45 pm, after Jamatkhana ceremonies
⏱ *Format*: 30 minutes lecture followed by Q and A
Light refreshments will be served thereafter
*Zoom link for those unable to attend in person:*
https://tinyurl.com/2026itrebseries-imamat
Let’s participate, ask, reflect and articulate your views as we begin this meaningful journey together.
*Please share with family and friends.*
Ismaili Tariqah & Religious Education Board (ITREB)
Al-Waʿeẓ Farukh Amiry
10 January 2026
Al-Waʿeẓ Farukh Amiry delivered a Waʿez at the Jamatkhana in the presence of the Mukhi and Kamadia Sahebans and the Jamat. The session was also livestreamed on Zoom, which I attended.
The session was introduced as follows:
Title: Imamat – The Living Guidance of Islam
“Drawing from the Qur’an, Hadith, Farmans, and authoritative Ismaili sources, this session will be reflective, accessible, and relevant to everyday life for both youth and adults.”
During the Waʿez, Al-Waʿeẓ emphatically affirmed the following core principles of the Ismaili faith concerning the role authority & guidance of Imam and the Imamat (full audio, approx. 45 minutes, linked below):
He confirmed that every Imam of the time is designated by Allah, & is infallible, and is bearer of the Noor that pre-existed creation. The Imam is perfect, beyond the physical realm, and ever-present as the Noor-e-Imam. He has access to all the treasures of Allah — the Will of Allah. There is no limit to the Imam’s knowledge of Allah’s will, which is the source of the guidance conveyed by the Imam through Farmans.
He explained that the Imam knows the future, including the identities of future Imams, which is a part of the will of Allah.
The Imam’s authority and knowledge are from Allah & limitless, as it forms the entirety of knowledge and divine will
By way of example, he referenced the designation of Shah Karim during the Imamat of Shah Karim, noting that succession is determined by Allah’s will — not lineage, seniority, or personal human choice of the Imam
He quoted Hazar Imam Prince Rahim, stating that the next Imam is designated by Allah alone, pre-creation, and that the Imam does not choose his successor of his own volition. This knowledge comes from
Allah & forms part of Allah’s will — a pre-ordained divine trust.
Imam Shah Karim had also stated that the next Imam is known, but only to him.
Al-Waʿeẓ added that the Imam’s knowledge is limitless and that the Imam can know who the next six Imams will be.
Al-Waʿeẓ further stated that the Imam is infallible and incapable of corruption — financial, moral, intellectual, or otherwise. The Imam is not driven by ego or personal interest. His leadership and authority are pure, divinely purified, and continuously protected by Allah’s will. In this context, he referenced Qur’an 33:33 (Ayat-e-Tathir).
The Waʿez was clear, comprehensive, and deeply engaging. Al-Waʿeẓ welcomed questions and responded to as many as time permitted, including questions relating to Ali-Allah.
This session forms part of an ongoing series on Didar and the Imamat day on 4 February 2026. The first Imamat day for Prince Rahim - Hazar Imam
The next session is scheduled in two weeks.
Link to FULL audio recording:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1neY8pe ... p=drivesdk
Announcement
*Ya Ali Madad!*
In preparation for *Imamat Day*, *ITREB Kenya* warmly invites you to *Session one of a new three-part lecture series* exploring the heart of our faith:
*Imamat – The Living Guidance of Islam*
*Today – Saturday, 10th January*
Join Alwaez Farukh Amiry as he begins this series by addressing a foundational question:
*Why does Imamat matter?*
Who is the Imam of the Time, and why has humanity always needed living, divinely guided leadership?
Drawing from the *Qur’an, Hadith, Farmans,* and authoritative Ismaili sources, this session will be reflective, accessible, and relevant to everyday life for both youth and adults.
*Venue*: 1st Floor, Town Jamatkhana, Nairobi🕰 *Time*: 7:45 pm, after Jamatkhana ceremonies
⏱ *Format*: 30 minutes lecture followed by Q and A
Light refreshments will be served thereafter
*Zoom link for those unable to attend in person:*https://tinyurl.com/2026itrebseries-imamat
Let’s participate, ask, reflect and articulate your views as we begin this meaningful journey together.
*Please share with family and friends.*
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swamidada786
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Re: Authority & Nur (light), of Imam in Quran & Farmans
By way of example, he (al Waiz) referenced the designation of Shah Karim during the Imamat of Shah Karim, noting that succession is determined by Allah’s will — not lineage, seniority, or personal human choice of the Imam
Chatur ji, the above paragraph from your post creates confusion. You wrote, "succession is determind by Allah's will not lineage, seniority, or personal human choice of the Imam". It suggests that Imam can be any person not necessary from the family of Imam or progeny of the Prophet, and it should be determined according to Allah's will.
Please clear the fog.
Chatur ji, the above paragraph from your post creates confusion. You wrote, "succession is determind by Allah's will not lineage, seniority, or personal human choice of the Imam". It suggests that Imam can be any person not necessary from the family of Imam or progeny of the Prophet, and it should be determined according to Allah's will.
Please clear the fog.