The Second Fatimah: The Spiritual Role of Lady Ma'sumah and a Study of Her Ziyarah

It is unlikely that those who lived at the time of Lady Ma'sumah - the daughter of the seventh Twelver Shi'a Imam, Musa al-Kazim - anticipated the effect she would have on tens of millions of people after her passing. With her shrine located in the city of Qum, Iran, as the centre for seminaries inspired by the teachings of the Ahl al-Bayt, she has proven to be a powerful source of spirituality, warmth, energy and love. This book has been published with the hopes of introducing Lady Ma'sumah's life and historical role, as well as assisting pilgrims in their mental and spiritual preparations when offering their salutations.