Imam Al Mahdi, The Twelfth Khalifah in the Sahih Sunni Ahadith

Imam Al Mahdi, The Twelfth Khalifah in the Sahih Sunni Ahadith

Can the awaited Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) be understood through authentic, classical Sunni traditions rather than later sectarian lore? This work offers a compelling examination of who the Mahdi might be—based on the most reliable narrations. About the Book Imam al-Mahdi, The Twelfth Khalifah in the Sahih Sunni Ahadith, authored by Toyib Olawuyi and published in 2015 through CreateSpace (Amazon’s publishing service), provides a meticulously researched comparison between Sunni and Shīʿī views on the identity of the Mahdi. Relying only on narrations classified as sahih (authentic) by Sunni scholarship, the author critiques the widespread Sunni claim that the Mahdi is “Muhammad b. ʿAbd Allah al-Hasani.” Instead, he argues that Muhammad b. al-Hasan al-Husayni—deeply revered in Shīʿī sources and supported by significant Sunni reports—best matches the authentic narrations. Balancing devotional sensitivity with scholarly rigor, this book serves as a bridge of understanding between differing Muslim perspectives.   What You Will Discover

• Analysis of authentic hadith tied explicitly to descriptions of the Mahdi.
• A critique of weak or fabricated Sunni reports that have been misapplied.
• Evidence supporting the legitimacy of Muhammad b. al-Hasan al-Husayni as the awaited guide.
• Historical context on how Sunni and Shīʿī traditions intersect and diverge regarding eschatological expectations.
• A respectful yet probing exploration that encourages layered theological reflection.

About the Author Toyib Olawuyi is an independent researcher in Islamic studies with a focus on comparative theology and eschatology. His works demonstrate a commitment to analyzing sources rigorously while presenting them in an accessible style. By examining contested themes—such as the identity of the Mahdi—he seeks to foster understanding and challenge assumptions across Muslim communities. Who Is This Book For? Anyone exploring Islamic eschatology, particularly readers interested in how Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) is portrayed across Sunni and Shīʿī narrations, with an emphasis on scholarly integrity and inter-sectarian nuance.