Introduction
Abdullah Hashem (Aba Sadiq), claims to be:
The divinely appointed representative of Imam Mahdi
The fulfillment of end-time prophecies
The bearer of a “seventh covenant”
The only legitimate authority of God on Earth
He also teaches that:
Most Sunni and Shia scholars are traitors
Traditional Islamic law can be abandoned
Rejecting him equals rejecting Allah
This article provides a clear, academic, and respectful Shia refutation of these claims.
Does Islam Teach That Only God Appoints Leaders?
Yes. Shia Islam believes that true religious authority comes only from Allah.
“It is not for a believing man or woman to have a choice when Allah and His Messenger have decided a matter.”(Qur’an 33:36)
However, claiming divine appointment is not the same as proving it.
Imam Jaʿfar al-Sadiq (ع) said:
“Whoever calls people to himself while more knowledgeable people exist is a misguided innovator.”(Al-Kafi, vol. 1, p. 168)
A real divine representative is recognized through clear, authentic evidence, not self-promotion.
Does Rejecting Abdullah Hashem Mean Rejecting Allah?
Imam Ali (ع) said:
“There is no obedience to a creation if it means disobeying the Creator.”(Nahj al-Balagha, Sermon 165)
No individual can place himself between believers and Allah.
Is There a “Will of the Prophet” Naming New Leaders?
The movement’s main proof is a supposed will of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ that allegedly lists:
12 Imams
Followed by 12 Mahdis
Including the name “Ahmed”
However:
This document is not found in authentic Shia collections
Classical scholars never taught it
It contradicts the doctrine of only 12 Imams
It appeared only in modern times
Imam al-Sadiq (ع) taught:
“Anything that contradicts the Book of Allah is false.”(Al-Kafi, vol. 1, p. 69)
Shia Islam does not recognize any new divine leaders after Imam Mahdi (عج).
Are There More Than 12 Imams in Shia Islam?
No.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“The Imams after me are twelve.”(Kamal al-Din, Shaykh Saduq)
Does the Mahdi Bring a New Religion?
No. The Mahdi revives Islam, he does not replace it.
Imam al-Baqir (ع) said:
“He will revive what the people have killed from the truth.”(Bihar al-Anwar, vol. 52)
Allah says:
“Today I have perfected your religion for you.”(Qur’an 5:3)
Islam is already complete.
Can Prayer, Fasting, and Hijab Be Abandoned?
No.
Allah commands:
“Worship your Lord until death comes to you.”(Qur’an 15:99)
Imam al-Sadiq (ع):
“Prayer is the pillar of religion.”(Wasa’il al-Shia)
No leader can cancel Allah’s obligations.
Are Islamic Scholars Traitors?
Abdullah Hashem accuses most scholars of betrayal.
But Imam Mahdi (عج) himself said:
“Refer to the narrators of our traditions.”(Wasa’il al-Shia)
What About the Black Flags?
“Every banner raised before the Qaim is a banner of misguidance.”(Bihar al-Anwar, vol. 52)
Symbols do not prove divine authority.
Claims of Miracles and Visions
Islamic miracles are:
Public
Undeniable
Verifiable
Imam al-Ridha (ع):
“A miracle is a clear proof.”(Uyoon Akhbar al-Ridha)
Private dreams and online stories are not evidence.
Do End-Time Events Prove Divine Authority?
How Shia Muslims Avoid Misguidance
Imam al-Sadiq (ع) taught:
“Know people’s ranks by how well they know us.”(Al-Kafi)
Shia Muslims rely on:
Qur’an
Ahlul Bayt
Authentic hadith
Scholarly consensus
Reason
Not on:
Secret documents
Self-proclaimed leaders
Forced allegiance
Personality cults
Final Verdict from Shia Islam
| Criterion | Shia Islam | Abdullah Hashem |
|---|---|---|
| Final Prophethood | Yes | Undermined |
| 12 Imams | Yes | Adds more |
| Shariah | Permanent | Cancelled |
| Scholars | Guides | “Traitors” |
| Evidence | Qur’an & Hadith | Self-claims |
| Mahdi | Revives Islam | Replaces it |
Conclusion
Shia Islam teaches:
Islam is complete
The Mahdi revives Islam
No new Imams exist
No new covenant exists
Allah’s law cannot be cancelled
Claims must be proven
Faith is built on knowledge, not blind loyalty.
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