Polarization Around the Character of Ali ibn Abi Talib

The qualities and practices of Imam Ali (a) that caused others to be attracted to him, including love and devotion to God. The qualities and practices that made his enemies hate him, including his opinions on the caliphate and his sense of democracy.

• Preface
• Foreword
• Introduction
• Part 1: The Power of Attraction in `Ali
• Powerful Attractions
• Shi'ism, The Creed Of Love
• The Elixir Of Love
• Breaking Down The Barriers
• Constructive Or Destructive?
• Love And Devotion To Those Close To God
• The Power Of Love In Society
• The Best Means For Refining The Soul
• Examples From The History Of Islam
• Love for `Ali in the Qur'an and Sunnah
• The Secret Of `Ali's Force Of Attraction
• Part 2: The Power of Repulsion in `Ali
• How `Ali Made Enemies
• How The Khawarij Came Into Existence
• The Basis Of The Opinions Of The Khawarij
• What They Believed About The Caliphate
• The Decline Of The Khawarij
• Just A Motto?
• 'Ali's Sense Of Democracy
• The Distinguishing Features Of The Khawarij
• The Politics Of "Using" The Qur'an
• The Necessity Of Fighting Hypocrisy
• 'Ali, the True Imam and Leader