A Brief Description of Islam as the Shi'ites Believe

Our proofs are taken from the holy book, traditions and wisdom.

D- That the book may be free of concealments, flatteries courtesies and pre-judgements.

E- That modesty and the rules of etiquette be observed in relation to all religions and sects.

This pamphlet was written during my pilgrimage to Mecca, in which the spirit has more purity and vivacity. It was discussed in several several with the scholars and learned, and after much investigations it was finalized for publication.

We hope to reach the goals mentioned above and have it a saving in the resurrection day.

"Our lord! We have heard the call of one calling us to faith;" "Believe you in the lord." and we have believed. Our lord! Forgive us our sins. Blot out from us our iniquities, and take to thyself our souls in the company of the righteous.

The Holy Quran 3:193

Qom : Amir al-Momenin (A.S.) Islamic Seminary

Naser Makarem Shirazi

CHAPTER ONE