There is another aspect of the qualities and features of Imam that did not recognize by the community clearly and correctly because they were uncommon and unknown in his community.
The scientific and intellectual side was the uniqueness for Imam Ali (peace be upon him). It is a unique case and even alien to the society came out of the womb of ignorance. It is (I.e. a scientific and intellectual side) is a valuable addition made the personality of Imam a rare case in the era of Islam and beyond. Thus, Imam Ali Bin Abi Talib (peace be upon him) was in his era and after his time.