Theological Views of Sheikhiyeh Order

"Sheikhiyeh" is an order which separated from Twelver-Imami Shiʿah in the last two centuries. They are the followers of Sheikh Ahmad Ihsaī. Although, the followers of Sheikhiyeh try to introduce themselves as Twelver Shiʿah, they have some beliefs that are by no means similar to those of Twelver Shiʿah. The present paper tries to cast light on the Sheikhiyeh order to find what it is, its leading figures, their beliefs, and the differences between Sheikhiyeh and non-Sheikhiyeh. Finally, it examines and analyzes the beliefs attributed to them by comparing them with those of Infallible Imams.Sheikhiyeh order has gone astray in some of its beliefs including the issue of resurrection of the body, extreme views on the status of the Holy Prophet (may the blessing and peace of Allah be upon him and his progeny) and Imams (A.S), the fourth pillar, the physical life of Imam Mahdi (A.S), and following religious authorities. The research uses a library survey and, in some cases, field survey. It also uses descriptive and analytical methods.