The Role Imam Muhammad Taqi (A.S.)

Imam Muhammad Taqi (A.S.) is also known as Abu Ja’ffar meaning ‘the father of Ja’ffar’, and among his titles, the most popular ones are Al-Jawad meaning ‘the most generous’ and Al-Taqi meaning ‘the pious one’.
Our 9th Imam (A.S.) assumed the role of Imamate at a very young age. Some historians believe he (A.S.) was 7 years and some say he (A.S.) was 9 years of age.