Journal of Imamiyyah Studies

Journal of Imamiyyah Studies

Analysis of the Special Guidance of the Imam Based on the Verse of Trial. Baqara 2:124) from the Perspective of Ayatollah Javadi Amoli

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
behnoush mohtadi 1
Sayyed Ziaoddin Olyanasab 2
Marzieh eskandarjoo 3
1 Level-4 seminary student, Masoumieh Higher Education Institute, Qom, Iran
2 Associate Professor, Department of Quran and Hadith, Hazrat Masoumeh University
3 Lecturer, Masoumieh Higher Education Institute, Qom, Iran
10.22034/jis.2025.461046.1962
Abstract
The doctrine of imamate has been a fundamental and contentious issue among theologians, representing a unique position granted to Prophet Abraham. The essence of imamate, as the criterion for its realization in the external world, serves as the foundation for other related discussions, with many disputes stemming from differing interpretations of this concept. However, Ayatollah Javadi Amoli identifies reward-based existential guidance as the very essence of imamate. This study, employing a descriptive-analytical approach and drawing upon library sources, aims to analyze the special guidance of the Imam based on verse 2:124 of Surah al-Baqara from the perspective of Ayatollah Javadi Amoli. The findings indicate that Ayatollah Javadi Amoli interprets this verse using the method of interpreting the Quran through the Quran by referring to verses 21:72 of Surah al-Anbiyāʾ and 32:24 of Surah al-Sajda. He defines the essence of imamate as guidance accompanied by divine command. amr). Thus, this guidance is not merely legislative. tashrīʿī), limited to showing the path or teaching religious knowledge; rather, the Imam, through his knowledge of the malakūt. inner reality) and the unseen dimension of existence, leads each person to their ultimate perfection according to their capacity. This function, described as “bringing to the desired destination” or reward-based existential guidance, distinguishes the Imam’s role. From methodological, strategic, and substantive perspectives, Ayatollah Javadi Amoli’s interpretation surpasses competing theories in its depth and comprehensiveness.
Keywords
Imamate
verse 124 of Surah al-Baqara
nature of imamate
reward-based existential guidance
Javadi Amoli
Subjects
The Noble Quran.
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