The prophets did not succeed in carrying out their missions and Almighty God will send someone (12Th. Infallible Imam) to implement them at the end of time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Prophets failed to complete their tasks, so God will send a final infallible Imam to fulfill them at the end of time.
- In plain terms
- A final leader will finish what earlier prophets could not.
- What can you take from it?
- Divine plan includes a final, perfect guide.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does it mean for a leader to be infallible?
- How does this view affect followers' expectations?
Another view
The claim relies on specific religious belief not universally accepted.
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