The Mahdi Times September 2011 | Page 21

The major occultation started in 329 A,H. (939 AD) and is still happening at present and will continue until the will of Allah (SWT). There are many duties that are to be adhered to and performed by the followers of the Imam (as) during his occultation of which I will name a few Insh’Allah. To obtain knowledge about the special characteristics of Imam (as) and to have information about the certain signs of his reappearance. 1. Making him Popular among the People 2. Awaiting his Reappearance 3. Expressing an eagerness to see him 4. Grief of a believer due to Imam's separation 5. To Pray to Allah that He bestows us with the rec