Dua to be recited on the sixteenth day of Ramadhan

اللَّهُمَّ وَفِّقْنِي فِيهِ لِمُوَافَقَةِ الْأَبْرَارِ وَ جَنِّبْنِي فِيهِ مُرَافَقَةَ الْأَشْرَارِ وَ آوِنِي فِيهِ بِرَحْمَتِكَ إِلَى [فِي ] دَارِ الْقَرَارِ بِإِلَهِيَّتِكَ يَا إِلَهَ الْعَالَمِينَ O Allah, on this day, grant me compatability with the good, keep me away ...

( 2021-11-26 08:06:38 )

A brief look at the Life of Imam Hussain (a.s)

A brief look at the Life of Imam Hussain (a.s) (This is) an account of the Imam after al-Hasan b. Ali, peace be on him, (giving) the date of his birth, the evidence of his Imamate, the age he reached, the period of his succession (khalifa), the time and cause of his death, and the place of his grave. (It also provides) a selection from the (historical) reports about him. The Imam after al-Hasan b. Ali was his brother, al-Husayn b. Ali (who ...

( 2021-11-26 02:02:31 )

Why do so many Muslim Women Cover their Heads with a Scarf?

Why do so many Muslim women cover their heads with a scarf? The act of covering one's hair by Muslim females is an integral part of the larger concept of Hijab. Hijab, in essence, is the notion of displaying a sense of modesty in dress and demeanour. Modesty and chastity are very important ideologies in Islam, and the most effective approach to achieve these qualities is by prescribing standards on behavior and the dress of Muslims. As a ...

( 2021-11-26 02:02:30 )

The Scientific School of Imam Jafar al-Sadiq(A.S.)

The way of learning from al- Sadiq and discussing for evidence was not as the way we find today in the Islamic theological centers. Rather, his students, except some of them, believed in his Imamate. As we have mentioned earlier, the Imamis believe that the knowledge of the Imam did not depend on the idea and ijtihad (capability for issuing a verdict according to Islamic Law).So, the Imam was asked about the reference. Rather, his knowledge was ...

( 2021-11-25 09:52:32 )

The Martyrdom Anniversary of Imam Ali (A.S.)

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( 2021-11-25 06:47:11 )

Trust in God

Trust in God is an admission of our shortcomings and a reliance on Him for success. It is a duty of the faithful to trust in Allah and to believe that their success depends on His Will.Allah the Most High said: “Allah, there is no god but He; and upon Allah, then, let the believers rely.”He also said: “And whoever trusts in Allah, He is sufficient for him.”He also said: “Those only are believers whose hearts become ...

( 2021-11-25 02:45:11 )

Non Muslim Scholars and Imam Ali (a.s)

Out of the persons who have narrated the attributes of Imam Ali son of Abu Talib the author of Zakhairal-Uqba writes thus: "His stature was moderate and slightly short. His skin was of wheaten colour and his beard was white and long. His eyes were large and black. He had a cheerful face and was good-natured. His neck was long like a goblet made of silver. His shoulders were broad.The joints of his hands were like those of a roaring lion, because ...

( 2021-11-25 00:43:18 )

Imam Husain and His Martyrdom

Introduction: The month of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, brings with it the memory of the sacrifice of Imam Husayn [a], the grandson of Prophet Muhammad [s], and his noble family and friends. This short text reflects the deep admiration of its author towards Imam Husayn [a] and an insight into the tragedy of Karbala, its reasons and its consequences. It is presented with the hope that it will foster the Islamic unity and ...

( 2021-11-24 16:38:31 )

The Philosophy of Azadari

"I have risen (against Yazid) as I wish to reform the ummah of my grandfather. I wish to encourage the good and discourage the evil, and follow in the way of my grandfather (Rasulullah) and my father, 'Ali bin Abi Talib" - King of the Martyrs, Imam Husayn(as)The memorable days of Muharram and Saffar have passed by with a river of tears and thunder of the matam. This is the remembrance of the King of the Martyrs, the remembrance that our Holy ...

( 2021-11-24 09:32:54 )

The Splendor of the prophet of Islam (Part 3)

Historians have clearly discerned in all dimensions of his person great spiritual energy and power, together with all the other qualities that are fitting in a great leader sent by heaven. No researcher or scholar can claim that the Prophet, upon whom be peace, fell prey at any point in his life to moral or spiritual deviation or to nervous excitement. Although the characteristics of the Prophet of Islam are more clearly and fully known than ...

( 2021-11-24 05:30:07 )

The worldly and the heavenly rewards for those who help the believers

A large number of traditions have reached us which emphasise the necessity of helping and assisting the believer and the rewards that are earned by those who do so. Let us study some of these traditions: Imam Ja'far as-Sadiq (a.s.) said: "One who responds to the entreaties of his believing brother in difficulties and makes him glad and helps him and fulfills his needs; then seventy two bounties become occupant for him from Allah. One of ...

( 2021-11-23 21:25:25 )

The truth from your Lord

149. And from whatever place you come forth, turn your face towards the Sacred Mosque. Indeed, this is the truth from your Lord. And Allah is not at all heedless of what you do. 150. And from whatever place you come forth, turn your face (in prayer) towards the Sacred Mosque; and wherever you are, turn your faces towards it, so that people shall have no dispute against you, save those of them that are unjust. Have no awe of them, but stand in ...

( 2021-11-23 15:21:21 )

The Problem of Bada'

In this matter also the Shi'as are much reviled. The misconstruers, distorting the concept of "bada'", try to convince people that according to the Shi'a faith, God, the Almighty, performs actions of which He has no knowledge. God forbid. Can there be greater ignorance than this? This is plain infidelity because on the one hand, it is a denial of the attribute of knowledge of God the Almighty, and on the other, He is considered as being subject ...

( 2021-11-23 03:11:22 )

The Qur'an Possesses Revelation and Exegesis

We shall discuss the word, exegesis, ta'wil, in relation to three Qur'anic verses. Firstly, in the verses concerning the implicit mutashabih and the explicit verses: "But those in whose hearts is doubt pursue, in truth, that which is allegorical talking dissension by seeking to explain it. None knows its explanation except God". (III: 7) Secondly, the verses, "In truth we have brought them a scripture which we expound with knowledge, a ...

( 2021-11-23 03:11:22 )

THE ABUNDANT PROFITS OF PIETY AND GODLINESS

“And as for him who fears to stand in the presence of his Lord and forbids the soul from low desires, then surely the garden is the abode.” Qur'an, 79:40-41 Man, since the beginning of his life until its end, sees, hears, touches, tastes and smells. He is affected by what he sees, hears, touches, tastes and smells and by what comes out of the senses of pleasant attractives where they suit the tendencies of man which in turn are so ...

( 2021-11-23 02:09:28 )

The Short History of Bibi Khadeeja (A.S.) [Poem]

Billions salutes to Khadeeja - The great lady KhadeejaAllah had made her excellent - She was great and excellentWas unique lady in Makkah - Respected her men of MakkahBillions salutes to Khadeeja - The great lady KhadeejaShe inherited the vast business - From her father she got businessShe ran it in wonderful way - Got profit in wonderful wayBillions salutes to Khadeeja - The great lady KhadeejaHer eighty thousands were camels - Sold her ...

( 2021-11-22 15:00:17 )

The extensive mercy of Allah

Professor Ansarian:

The extensive mercy of Allah Almighty is in a way that the servant is incapable of thanking and being grateful for and can only remain in a shameful state. One of the manifestations of Allah's mercy is that not only the doer of a good action is rewarded by Allah but also the one who intends to do that action but the conditions are not met, is also rewarded by the Lord of the universe.

( 2021-11-22 03:52:01 )

Keen is the one who rules over his (evil) soul and makes provisions for the Hereafter

● الكَيِّسُ مَنْ دَانَ نَفْسَهُ وَعَمِلَ لِمَا بَعْدَ المَوْتِ، وَالعَاجِزُ مَنْ اتَّبَعَ نَفْسَهُ هَوَاهَا وَتَمَنَّى عَلَى اللَّهِ الأمَانِيَّ Keen is the one who rules over his (evil) soul and makes provisions for the Hereafter, and weak is the one who obeys his carnal desires and asks God for (unrealizable) ...

( 2021-11-22 00:49:45 )

Questions Relating to Ashura/Karbala (2)

Why did Imam al-Husayn (as) give his Companions Permission to Leave?One of the objections and questions put forward by some people regarding the event of Karbala is why Imam al-Husayn (as) gave his companions permission to go and leave him alone at Karbala on the night of ‘Ashura.Imam al-Husayn (as) knew that he was facing a large number of enemy soldiers whose hearts did not possess any mercy at all. He knew that fighting with them was ...

( 2021-11-21 04:42:03 )

Exegesis of Last Two Verses of Sura Al-Baqarah

{285} The Apostle believes in what has been revealed to him from his Lord, and (so do) the believers: they all believe in Allah and His angels and His books and His apostles; We make no difference between any of His apostles. and they say: "We hear and obey; our Lord! Thy forgiveness (do we crave), and to Thee is (our) march." {286} Allah does not impose upon any soul a duty but to the extent of its ability; for it is (the benefit of) what it ...

( 2021-11-20 21:35:59 )