Zahoor-e-Imam-e-Mahdi by Ayatullah Dastaghaib Shirazi is a profound and faith-inspiring work that explores the belief in the reappearance of Imam Muhammad al-Mahdi (a.s), the awaited savior of humanity in Islamic teachings. Drawing upon verses of the Qur’an, authentic traditions of the Ahlul Bayt (peace be upon them), and reliable historical sources, the author presents a clear and balanced understanding of the concept of Zahoor (reappearance).
The book discusses the philosophy of awaiting (Intizar), the signs preceding the reappearance, and the moral, spiritual, and social responsibilities of believers during the period of occultation (Ghaybat). Ayatullah Dastaghaib emphasizes self-purification, justice, patience, and active commitment to Islamic values as essential qualities for those who truly await the Imam’s return.
Written in a simple yet impactful style, Zahoor-e-Imam-e-Mahdi aims to strengthen faith, remove doubts, and awaken a sense of hope and accountability in the hearts of readers. It serves as both a spiritual guide and a reminder that the awaited reappearance is not merely an event to anticipate, but a mission that requires sincere preparation and righteous action.
Sooraj Badlon Ki Oat Mein (The Sun Behind the Clouds) is a spiritually reflective and morally awakening book by the renowned Islamic scholar and ethicist Ayatullah Shahid Sayyid Abdul Husain Dastghaib Shirazi. In this work, the author employs a powerful metaphor—the sun hidden behind clouds—to explain how divine guidance, truth, and spiritual realities remain ever-present, even when they appear concealed due to human negligence, sins, or worldly distractions.
The book focuses on self-reformation (islah-e-nafs), strengthening faith, and recognizing the subtle signs of Allah’s mercy and justice in everyday life. Ayatullah Dastghaib addresses common spiritual ailments such as heedlessness, arrogance, hypocrisy, and attachment to the material world, while offering practical guidance rooted in the Qur’an, traditions of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them), and real moral examples.
Written in a simple yet profound style, Sooraj Badlon Ki Oat Mein speaks directly to the heart of the reader, encouraging introspection, repentance, and a conscious return toward Allah. The book reminds believers that even in times of confusion, trials, and spiritual darkness, the light of guidance has not disappeared—it is merely veiled, waiting for sincere hearts to seek it