Definition: The Mahdi Army, in current usage, is the Shiite militia loyal to Iraqi cleric Muqtada al-Sadr. The Mahdi, particularly in the Shiite stream of Islam, is the redeemer who will come to unite the world in the faith.
Also Known As: Mahdi Militia, Jaish al Mahdi
Alternate Spellings: Mehdi Army
Common Misspellings: Madhi Army
