Martyrdom Anniversary of Imam Ali al-Hadi (p), 1446 A.H.

January 3, 2025

Saturday, January, 4th, 2025, is the 3rd of Rajab 1446 A.H. which marks the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali al-Hadi (p).

The Unseen Truth

During the time of Imam Ali al-Hadi (p), there were various theological groups and scholars of different religions event who were eager to understand the nature of God. In fact, many philosophers were known for probing questions and relying on human logic to grasp divine realities.

When such conversations were spurred upon the Imam (p), he would be sure to respond with deep compassion and wisdom, but also with a sense of profound clarity. On one such occasion, the Imam (p) spoke to the nature of God with such eloquence and a depth of meaning stating:

“Indeed, God cannot be described except by what He has described Himself. How can He be described when the senses cannot comprehend Him, illusions cannot reach Him, what comes to mind cannot limit Him, and eyes cannot encompass Him?”

The audience listened intently, captivated by the depth of the Imam’s words. He continued:

“He is far in His nearness and close in His farness.”

The philosophers and theologians in the company of the Imam were consistently stunned. They realized that no matter how much human intellect might strive to define God, His essence transcended all forms of perception and comprehension.

Imam al-Hadi’s words would consistently leave those in his gathering in awe, as they began to grasp the divine truth that God is beyond the limits of human imagination, yet intimately present in every aspect of existence. The Imam’s lesson reminded them to approach God with humility and reverence, acknowledging the infinite mystery of the Divine.

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For more information on Imam Ali al-Hadi (p), click here.