Quranic reference will be most appreciated.

Quranic reference will be most appreciated.

Answer:

The concocted concept of Imaamaat has been invented by the Shias in order to
serve their evil motives. The concept of Imamat as understood by the Shias
has no basis in Shariah, Quran and Ahadith.

Mufti E Desai
Fatwa Dept.

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