Yusuf ibn Yahya al-Maqdisi al-Shafi'i's renowned work, 'Aqad al-Durar fi Akhbar al-Muntazar' (The Necklace of Pearls Concerning the News of the Awaited One), stands as a significant classical Islamic text dedicated to the prophecies and signs surrounding the advent of Imam Mahdi. This comprehensive compilation draws extensively from prophetic traditions (hadith) and narrations from the Companions and early scholars, meticulously gathering information regarding the Mahdi's lineage, characteristics, and the events preceding and accompanying his appearance. It serves as an invaluable resource for scholars and general readers interested in eschatological prophecies within Islamic tradition, offering profound insights into a pivotal figure in Islamic belief.