We continue with our discussion about our duties towards our Imam(atfs).

*Third: Praying for the protection of Imam Asr (a.s.)*

Narrating from Sayed Ali ibne Taoos(ar), the author explains that our praying for him is an expression of our love for him and not that he needs protection.

Also praying for him opens up the doors for acceptance of our prayers for ourselves.

He then mentions 7 supplications especially related to Hazrat Mahdi (atfs) at various times and their benefits.

*Fourth: Giving of Sadaqah on behalf of Imam Asr (atfs)*

The Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.) said,

_“The faith of a slave is not complete till he does not consider me above himself, consider my family above his family, my honor over his honor, myself over his own self."_

Thus in all actions we should prefer the Ahle Bait (as) over our own selves. Since sadaqah is a means of safety for ourselves and we prefer our Imam to ourselves, we give sadaqah on his behalf as a result of this preference.

*Fifth: Performing Hajj and sending someone for Hajj on behalf of Imam Asr (atfs)*

The author has mentioned that this practice is common among the Shia and has even brought an incident which indicates that Imam (as) approves of this.

*May the Almighty hasten his reappearance and help us in fulfilling our duties towards him.*