Scientific and Cultural Relations of Imamiyyah and Zaidiyyah

Scientific transactions at all levels stimulate the dynamicity, strengthening and flourishing of ideas. Throughout the history, Imamiyyah and Zaidiyyah have had many scientific and cultural ties. Their commonalities and interaction have led to their convergence and empowerment. The history of these two schools of thought is interwoven and interconnected; this is especially more evident in Zaidiyyah of the early centuries. Numerous common aspects of these two schools of thought has led to their convergence and the expansion of the teachings of Shi‘ism. However, both denominations have always tried to attract the followers of each other. In this research, the scientific and cultural interaction of the two schools of thought is dealt with through an analytical-descriptive approach, and the results of this interaction in their scientific and cultural development are examined.