The relationship between Mukhtār al-Thaqafi and Imam Sajjād (AS) has sparked various significant discussions. While the prevailing belief suggests that Imam Sajjād accepted Mukhtār’s actions and held a positive view of him, some have dismissed evidence of blame against Mukhtār as distorted. They have sought to establish a consistent relationship between Mukhtār and Imam Sajjād based on reports from the latter. However, historical evidence presents a different perspective on their relationship. This article aimed to scrutinize the dynamic between Imam Sajjād and Mukhtār, seeking to answer the question of the nature of their relationship. The hypothesis pursued was that there appeared to be a consistent pattern of Imam Sajjād's negative stance toward Mukhtār al-Thaqafi. Historical studies, drawing from relevant sources and documents, led to the conclusion that Imam Sajjād initially held a favorable view of Mukhtār prior to his uprising, but adopted a strongly negative position after the establishment of his government. In fact, Imam Sajjād (AS) expressed his approval of Mukhtār’s actions solely in the context of seeking vengeance for Imam Hussain’s bloodshed.