shialogy [PART 1] THE ORIGINS OF SHIA ACCORDING TO SHIA

[Rajaee]

WHEN WAS SHIA CREATED? 

 

 

There are different theories about the date of the creation of Shia in Islam. According to one theory approved by Shia, the denomination was formed during the time of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.s), and the true followers of Ali ibn Abu Talib were referred to as Shia during that period.

Given the historical nature of this theory, corroborating evidence of the same nature is indispensable. Shia scholarship provides compelling support. The narrations of Rasulullah (s.a.w.s) that are accepted by both Shia and Sunni hold significant weight in this regard, as they both acknowledge the credibility of his words and actions. The noble Quran states, "Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah you have an excellent example..." [al-Ahzab:21], underscoring Rasulullah's role as a model for the Islamic nation. In another ayah, he's regarded as a person who does not speak of his own desires. [Quran 53:3]. Therefore, whatever Rasulullah's words and actions reach us (through authentic methods of course) are proof for and against us and we have to follow.

Considering the above-mentioned points, there are certain narrations in which Rasulullah (s.a.w.s) referred to the followers of Ali (a.s) as "Shia" and gave the good news of their "success" in the afterlife:

"Ali and his followers are the victorious" (Amali Shaykh as-Sadooq, p. 16)