Al-Haydari Catalog

Theology and Creed

Eschatology and the Afterlife

The theological understanding of death, resurrection, judgment, paradise, and hell.

76 videos

55 min
Discussions on Renewing Religious Thought (18): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (11)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (18) المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (11)
The eleventh part of the series on Messianism (Mahdawiyya) and the theory of the promised savior within the framework of renewing religious thought.
4 Feb 2019
56 min
Discussions on Renewing Religious Thought (17): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (10)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (17) المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (10)
The tenth part of the series examining Messianism (Mahdawiyya) and the concept of the promised savior in Islamic theology.
3 Feb 2019
48 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (16): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (9)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (16) المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (9)
Part of the series on renewing religious thought, this lecture continues the exploration of Messianism (Mahdawiyya) and the concept of the promised savior.
28 Jan 2019
50 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (14): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (7)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (14) - المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (7)
The seventh part of the discussion on Messianism and the savior theory, exploring its place in contemporary religious renewal.
14 Jan 2019
54 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (13): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (6)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (13) - المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (6)
The sixth part of the series on Messianism and the savior theory, focusing on the theological dimensions of the Mahdi.
13 Jan 2019
49 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (11): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (4)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (11) - المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (4)
The fourth part of the series on Messianism and the savior theory, exploring the concept of the promised savior in religious thought.
6 Jan 2019
47 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (10): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (3)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (10) - المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (3)
The third part of the series on Messianism and the savior theory, exploring the concept of the promised savior in religious thought.
30 Dec 2018
47 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (9) - Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (2)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (9) المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (2)
In this episode of the discussions on renewing religious thought, Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari continues exploring the concept of Messianism and the theory of the Promised Savior.
24 Dec 2018
38 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (8) - Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (1)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (8) - المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (1)
This episode initiates a discussion on Messianism and the theological theory of the Promised Savior within the framework of renewing religious thought.
23 Dec 2018
10 min
al-Fayd al-Kashani's Statement that All Muslims Enter Paradise, Part 13
تصريح الفيض الكاشاني بأن جميع المسلمين يدخلون الجنة ق 13
The lecture explores the perspective of the scholar al-Fayd al-Kashani regarding the universal entry of Muslims into Paradise.
20 Aug 2017
10 min
Imam al-Sadiq's (peace be upon him) Statement on the Entry of Those Not Guided to the Truth into Paradise, Part 12
تصريح الإمام الصادق ع بدخول كل من لم يهتدي إلى الحق إلى الجنة ق 12
A discussion on narrations attributed to Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) regarding the fate of those who did not find the ultimate truth.
19 Aug 2017
9 min
He Who Does Not Know the Imam of His Time May Be Among the People of Paradise, Part 9
من لم يعرف إمام زمانه قد يكون من أهل الجنة ق 9
A theological discussion on the afterlife status of those who lack knowledge of the contemporary Imam.
15 Aug 2017
2 min
The Background That Led to the Emergence of False Mahdist Claims in Our Time
الأرضية التي أدت الى ظهور دعوات المهدوية الباطلة في زماننا
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the historical and intellectual background leading to false claims regarding the Mahdi in contemporary times.
5 Jan 2016
2 min
The Categories of the Gardens of Eternity in the Hereafter
أقسام جنان الخلد في الآخرة
This video explores the different categories and levels of the Gardens of Eternity in the hereafter.
5 Dec 2015
49 min
The Reckoning and the Scale on the Day of Resurrection (01)
الحساب والميزان يوم القيامة 01
Part one of a lecture series examining the concepts of accounting and the scale (mizan) on the Day of Judgment.
13 Jul 2015
30 min
Categories of People on the Greater Gathering Day
أصناف الناس يوم الحشر الأكبر
This lecture discusses the different groups and categories of humanity as they are gathered on the Day of Resurrection.
12 Jul 2015
48 min
Who Are the Witnesses of Deeds in the Hereafter? (01)
من هم شهداء الأعمال في الآخرة 01
Part one of a lecture exploring who the witnesses of human actions will be in the afterlife.
2 Jul 2015
51 min
Who Are the Witnesses of Deeds in the Hereafter? (02)
من هم شهداء الأعمال في الآخرة 02
Part two of a lecture exploring who the witnesses of human actions will be in the afterlife.
2 Jul 2015
46 min
Who Are the Men of al-A'raf in the Hereafter? (03)
من هم رجال الاعراف في الآخرة 03
Part three of a lecture discussing the identity and role of the men of al-A'raf (the Heights) on the Day of Judgment.
1 Jul 2015
52 min
Who Are the Men of al-A'raf in the Hereafter? (02)
من هم رجال الاعراف في الآخرة 02
Part two of a lecture discussing the identity and role of the men of al-A'raf (the Heights) on the Day of Judgment.
29 Jun 2015
49 min
Who Are the Men of al-A'raf in the Hereafter? (01)
من هم رجال الاعراف في الآخرة 01
Part one of a lecture discussing the identity and role of the men of al-A'raf (the Heights) on the Day of Judgment.
28 Jun 2015
29 min
The Embodiment of Human Deeds in the Realm of Barzakh
تمثّل اعمال الإنسان في عالم البرزخ
This lecture examines how human actions take form and manifest in the intermediate realm of barzakh.
25 Jun 2015
30 min
The Connection Between This World and Barzakh Is Not Cut Off
عدم انقطاع العلاقة بين الدنيا والبرزخ
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari explores the ongoing connection between the earthly life and the intermediary realm of barzakh.
25 Jun 2015
30 min
The Agony of Death 02
سكرات الموت 02
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari continues the discussion on the experiences and agonies associated with death.
24 Jun 2015
33 min
The Agony of Death 01
سكرات الموت 01
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari examines the initial aspects of the agony of death.
23 Jun 2015
34 min
Man Determines the Time and Manner of His Death
الانسان هو الذي يعين وقت موته وكيفيته
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses how human agency relates to the timing and circumstances of death.
22 Jun 2015
34 min
The Reality of Death
حقيقة الموت
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari explores the true nature and metaphysical reality of death.
21 Jun 2015
8 min
The Reality of the Other Realm
حقيقة النشأة الأخرى
A short lecture reflecting on the metaphysical reality of the afterlife and the next realm of existence.
7 Apr 2014
8 min
The Necessity of Classifying Evidence in the Shia Mahdist Discourse and Avoiding Confusion Among Their Implications
ضرورة تصنيف الأدلة في الأطروحة المهدوية الشيعية وعدم الخلط بين مدلولاتها
A lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari on the methodological approach required when studying narrations and evidence concerning the Mahdi.
1 Mar 2014
14 min
The Mahdist Discourse Between Shia and Sunni Perspectives
الأطروحة المهدوية بين القراءة الشيعية والسنية
A comparative discussion by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari on the concept of the Mahdi according to Shia and Sunni traditions.
27 Feb 2014
15 min
Statements of Sunni Scholars Affirming the Birth of the Expected Mahdi (peace be upon him)
تصريحات علماء أهل السنة في اثبات ولادة المهدي المنتظر (عج)
A discussion by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari highlighting references from Sunni scholarly works acknowledging the birth of the Mahdi.
26 Feb 2014
12 min
Muslim Scholars' Theories on the Mahdist Paradigm
نظريات علماء المسلمين في الأطروحة المهدوية
His Eminence the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari reviews the various theories held by Muslim scholars concerning the concept of the Mahdi.
15 Feb 2014
14 min
The Main Evidences of Shaykh al-Ahsa'i and Allama al-Tabatabai to Prove Their Theory Regarding the Time of the Appearance
أهم أدلة الشيخ الآحسائي والسيد الطباطبائي لإثبات نظريتهما في زمن الظهور
An examination of the primary evidences presented by Shaykh al-Ahsa'i and Allama al-Tabatabai to substantiate their theory regarding the time of the appearance of the Mahdi.
3 Feb 2014
2 min
The Position of Allama al-Haydari on the Theory of Shaykh al-Ahsa'i and Allama al-Tabatabai Regarding the Time of the Appearance of the Expected Imam (may God hasten his reappearance)
موقف العلامة الحيدري من نظرية الشيخ الإحسائي والعلامة الطباطبائي في زمن ظهور الإمام الحجة (عج)
A brief clip outlining Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari's stance on the theories proposed by Shaykh al-Ahsa'i and Allama al-Tabatabai concerning the time of the appearance of the Mahdi.
1 Feb 2014
16 min
The Theory of Shaykh al-Ahsa'i and Allama al-Tabatabai Concerning the Time of the Appearance of the Expected Imam
نظرية الشيخ الأحسائي والعلامة الطباطبائي في زمن ظهور الإمام الحجة
An exploration of the scholarly theories put forth by Shaykh al-Ahsa'i and Allama al-Tabatabai regarding the timeframe of the reappearance of the Mahdi.
30 Jan 2014
2 min
The Philosophy of the Occultation of Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble advent)
فلسفة غيبة الإمام المهدي(عج)
A short lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari exploring the philosophical dimensions and rationale behind the Occultation (ghayba) of Imam al-Mahdi.
6 Oct 2013
9 min
The Role of the Noble Quran in the Greater Gathering
دور القرآن الكريم في الحشر الأكبر
A lecture exploring the eschatological significance and role of the Noble Quran in the afterlife during the greater gathering on the Day of Resurrection.
14 Jul 2013
34 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 9
حكم المستضعف فكرياً وعقائدياً من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق9
This lesson examines theological and jurisprudential principles concerning the ultimate accountability and hereafter punishment of those who are intellectually or informationally deprived of the truth.
16 Apr 2013
35 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 8
حكم المستضعف فكرياً وعقائدياً من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق8
This lesson covers the theological status and hereafter outcome of the mustad'af (intellectually impaired).
9 Apr 2013
36 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 7
حكم المستضعف فكرياً وعقائدياً من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق7
This lesson analyzes the theological criteria for evaluating the fate of the mustad'af in the afterlife.
8 Apr 2013
43 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 6
حكم المستضعف فكريا وعقائديا من حيث العقوبة الاخروية ق 6
This lesson addresses the rules and scholarly discussions surrounding the afterlife accountability of the mustad'af.
8 Apr 2013
36 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 5
حکم المستضعف فکریأ وعقائديأ من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق5
This lesson continues the analytical discourse on the hereafter status of the mustad'af.
17 Mar 2013
41 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 4
حکم المستضعف فکریأ وعقائديأ من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق4
This lesson addresses theological perspectives on the spiritual and hereafter standing of the mustad'af.
12 Mar 2013
38 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 3
حکم المستضعف فکریأ وعقائديأ من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق3
This lesson explores further details on the theological definition and hereafter fate of the mustad'af.
11 Mar 2013
38 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Ideologically Impaired (Mustad'af) Regarding Hereafter Punishment, Episode 2
حکم المستضعف فکریأ وعقائديأ من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق2
This lesson continues the discussion on the theological status of the mustad'af and their accountability.
11 Mar 2013
30 min
The Status of the Intellectually and Doctrinally Oppressed Person Regarding Hereafter Punishment (Part 1)
حکم المستضعف فکریأ وعقائديأ من حيث العقوبة الأخروية ق1
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the status of the intellectually and doctrinally oppressed person regarding the punishment of the Hereafter.
6 Mar 2013
57 min
Axes of Agreement and Disagreement in the Mahdist Thesis
محاور الاتفاق والاختلاف في الاطروحة المهدوية
An episode examining the common ground and points of divergence concerning the Mahdist thesis.
20 Jan 2013
57 min
The Lineage of Imam al-Mahdi in the Heritage of the Companions - Episode 2
نسب الإمام المهدي (عج) في تراث الصحابة ق(2)
An episode discussing the references to the lineage of Imam al-Mahdi within the traditions and heritage of the Companions.
20 Jan 2013
55 min
A Humanitarian Thesis
أطروحة إنسانية
This lecture by His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari addresses a humanitarian thesis within the framework of the Mahdist Thesis series.
20 Jan 2013
52 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (15): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (8)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (15) المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (8)
This lecture continues the discussion on Messianism and the savior theory within the framework of renewing religious thought.
27 Jan 2019
1 h 1 min
Discussions on the Renewal of Religious Thought (12): Messianism and the Theory of the Promised Savior (5)
مطارحات في تجديد الفكر الديني (12) - المهدوية ونظرية المنجي الموعود (5)
The fifth part of the series on Messianism and the savior theory, discussing its theological implications and modern interpretations.
7 Jan 2019
12 min
Imam Khomeini's Statement on the Entry of Followers of All Sects and Religions into Paradise, Part 15
تصريح الإمام الخميني بدخول أتباع جميع المذاهب والأديان إلى الجنة ق 15
Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the views of Imam Khomeini regarding the salvation and entry into Paradise for followers of various religious and sectarian backgrounds.
22 Aug 2017
12 min
Imam al-Sadiq's (peace be upon him) Testimony of Paradise for Some Who Did Not Recognize Their Imamate, Part 11
شهادة الإمام الصادق ع لبعض من لم يعرف إمامتهم بالجنة ق11
The speaker addresses reports where Imam al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) indicates Paradise for individuals who did not explicitly recognize the Imamate.
17 Aug 2017
9 min
The Commander of the Faithful's (peace be upon him) Statement that All Muslims Enter Paradise, Part 10
تصريح أمير المؤمنينع بأن جميع المسلمين يدخلون الجنة ق 10
An analysis of statements from Imam 'Ali (peace be upon him) regarding the salvation of the Muslim community.
16 Aug 2017
11 min
Shared Beliefs Among Muslims Regarding the Mahdist Doctrine
المشتركات بين المسلمين في العقيدة المهدوية
This lecture by His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari explores the commonalities and shared beliefs held by Muslims concerning the doctrine of the Mahdi.
19 May 2016
4 min
The Recompense of Deeds in Mystical Gnosis ('Irfan)
جزاء الأعمال في الرؤية العرفانية
This video explores how actions manifest and are recompensed according to the framework of mystical gnosis ('irfan).
5 Aug 2015
34 min
The Social Impacts of Belief in the Hereafter
الآثار الإجتماعية للإيمان بالمعاد
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari examines how the belief in resurrection and the afterlife influences society and human social behavior.
20 Jun 2015
28 min
The Importance of the Hereafter in the Noble Quran
أهمية المعاد في القرآن الكريم
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the significance and prominence given to the concept of the afterlife in the Quranic text.
18 Jun 2015
4 min
This World Is the Farm of the Hereafter
الدنيا مزرعة الآخرة
This short clip by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari reflects on the classical theological maxim that the earthly life is a cultivation ground for the afterlife.
11 Jun 2015
49 min
The Station of the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (May God Hasten His Noble Reappearance)
مقام الإمام المهدي المنتظر(عجل الله تعالى فرجه الشريف)
This lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the spiritual and cosmic station of the Twelfth Imam, the Mahdi.
2 Jun 2015
6 min
The Discourse of the People of Paradise and the Discourse of the People of Hellfire
خطاب اهل الجنة وخطاب أهل النار
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the Qur'anic descriptions of the discourse of the inhabitants of Paradise and Hell.
9 Feb 2015
5 min
Researches on the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance) - Episode 7
بحوث حول الإمام المهدي المنتظر (عج) الحلقة (7)
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari presents scholarly research concerning the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance).
19 Jun 2014
6 min
Researches on the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance) - Episode 6
بحوث حول الإمام المهدي المنتظر (عج) الحلقة (6)
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari presents scholarly research concerning the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance).
14 Jun 2014
5 min
Researches on the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance) - Episode 5
بحوث حول الإمام المهدي المنتظر (عج) الحلقة (5)
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari presents scholarly research concerning the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance).
14 Jun 2014
6 min
Researches on the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance) - Episode 3
بحوث حول الإمام المهدي المنتظر (عج) الحلقة (3)
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari presents scholarly research concerning the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance).
12 Jun 2014
7 min
Researches on the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance) - Episode 1
بحوث حول الإمام المهدي المنتظر (عج) الحلقة (1)
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari presents scholarly research concerning the Expected Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance).
11 Jun 2014
2 min
"And Indeed the Abode of the Hereafter - That Is Life"
وإن الدار الآخرة لهي الحيوان
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari reflects on a Quranic verse regarding the true nature of life in the Hereafter.
24 May 2014
23 min
Narrative Compilations Addressing the Mahdist Discourse and How to Approach Them
المجاميع الروائية التي تعرضت للأطروحة المهدوية وكيفية التعامل معها
A lecture by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari examining the primary hadith collections dealing with the doctrine of the Mahdi and the proper critical approach toward them.
1 Mar 2014
7 min
Al-Allama al-Haydari: Our Belief Regarding the Life of the Expected Imam al-Mahdi
العلامة الحيدري عقيدتنا في حياة الإمام المهدي المنتظر
His Eminence the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari elaborates on the doctrinal belief regarding the life and occultation of the Imam al-Mahdi.
12 Feb 2014
5 min
The Inseparable Connection Between the Noble Qur'an and Man in This World and the Hereafter
الملازمة بين القرآن الكريم والإنسان في الدنيا والآخرة
This video explores the continuous bond and association between the Noble Qur'an and human existence across this world and the afterlife.
28 Aug 2013
4 min
The Intercession of the Qur'an
شفاعة القرآن
This video examines the concept of the intercession (shafa'a) of the Qur'an for believers.
28 Aug 2013
16 min
Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble advent) is the Soul of the World
الإمام المهدي(عج) روح العالم
A discussion on the cosmic and spiritual role of the Imam al-Mahdi as the soul and focal point of the universe.
3 Aug 2013
26 min
The Vision of the Imam al-Mahdi (may God hasten his noble advent) During the Era of the Greater Occultation
رؤية الإمام المهدي(عجل الله تعالى فرجه) في عصر الغيبة الكبرى
Religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari addresses questions regarding the possibility and nature of encountering the Hidden Imam during the period of the Greater Occultation.
1 Jul 2013
15 min
Allama al-Haydari's Stance on the Issue of Seeing the Expected Imam al-Hujja (may God hasten his advent) During the Era of the Greater Occultation
موقف العلامة الحيدري من مسألة رؤية الإمام الحجة المنتظر(عج) في عصر الغيبة الكبرى
An explanatory segment detailing the specific view of religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari on whether personal sightings of the awaited Imam are possible during the Greater Occultation.
8 Jun 2013
55 min
The Mahdi in the Canonical Hadith Collections of the School of the Companions - Episode 3
المهدي (ع) في صحاح مدرسة الصحابة ق (3)
An episode investigating references to the Mahdi within the hadith collections of the school of the Companions.
20 Jan 2013
55 min
The Mahdist Concept in the Heritage of the Two Schools (Part 1)
المهدوية في تراث المدرستين ق (1)
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the concept of the Mahdi in the intellectual heritage of different Islamic schools, as part of the Mahdist Thesis program on Al-Kawthar TV.
20 Jan 2013