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What future do different religions depict for humanity? How will the common future of the world promised in religions be realized? What must we do to achieve a bright future on a global scale? Why is the future and foresight important to humans, and what attracts us to it? The common future of the world in religions is the one promised by all prophets and religions, urging their followers to strive for its realization.
Moving towards the future and the desire to have a positive presence in and impact on it is an old human desire, rooted in the desire for infinity and immortality. Humans are interested in knowing what awaits them in the future and wish to play a role and have a share in it. The common future of the world in religions is filled with hope, light, and beauty, and reaching it means arriving at the source of all goodness and beauty. This future ultimately frees humans from suffering, confusion, and misguidance. Understanding this common future and our innate longing to be present in it is the key to making that future a reality.
How can that bright and common future that all religions have depicted for humanity be realized? When will the world be freed from suffering and achieve light and peace? How can individuals contribute to the realization of that future and become influential in this process?
The way we answer these questions is closely tied to our worldview and our definition of the promised future. If we interpret the future solely within the span of our earthly life, our ability to make an impact will be limited to the short period from birth to death. However, if we wish to play a significant role in the realization of the common future of the world promised in religions, we must first gain a clear understanding of the future and redefine this long-standing concept.
“Surely, following the ˹heavenly˺ Record, We decreed in the Scriptures: “My righteous servants shall inherit the land. Surely this ˹Quran˺ is sufficient ˹as a reminder˺ for those devoted to worship.” (Quran, 21:105-106)
“But it was Our Will to favour those who were oppressed in the land, making them models ˹of faith˺ as well as successors;” (Quran, 28:5)
1: The Quran
The Quran, also romanized Quran or Koran, is the central religious text of Islam, which Muslims believe to be a revelation from God (Allah). It is widely regarded as the finest work in classical Arabic literature. The Quran is divided into chapters, which are subdivided into verses.
On this website, we discuss Imam Mahdi (AJ) and the common future of the world from the perspective of the Quran and the scriptures of other religions. The concepts and content produced on this website are compiled from reliable historical books, authoritative sources in divine religions, and specialized Shia reference books.
