Then I Was Guided is the remarkable autobiography of Dr. Muhammad al-Tijani al-Samawi, a prominent Sunni scholar who, after extensive study and reflection, embraced the Shia path of Islam. The book recounts his personal spiritual journey, marked by an intense quest for truth, religious exploration, and scholarly debates. Dr. Tijani narrates his encounters with various Islamic scholars and thinkers from both Sunni and Shia traditions, addressing critical questions of faith, theology, and historical interpretation. The book serves as a comparative study of Sunni and Shia doctrines, offering a detailed examination of topics such as Imamate, the role of Ahlul Bayt, and Islamic history. Ultimately, it reflects on how Dr. Tijani reconciled his faith with his newfound beliefs, and the guidance that led him to embrace Shia Islam. Then I Was Guided stands as an inspiring story of personal growth, intellectual honesty, and spiritual fulfillment.