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The Occultation
- Shi'i belief mandates a present Imam, hence al-Mahdi's occultation, not death.
- Scholars represent al-Mahdi during his absence.
Early Shia Practices
- Early Shia differed from proto-Sunnis in jurisprudence and theology.
- They emphasized scripture and revelation, rejecting independent reasoning.
Shift in Methodology
- The Imam's presence provided direct answers, limiting independent interpretation.
- After the occultation, reason (Akhil) became central.