DIFFICULTIES AND HURDLES OF MARRIAGE

Chapter Four: Difficulties And Hurdles OfMarriage Whenever it is said to a youth "Marry", he instantly presents the problems, difficulties, and hurdles of marriage and the first difficulty that he discusses is the economical and financial matters. He then counts the other problems one by one. It is a fact that there are really lots of difficulties on the way to marriage, which cannot be neglected. In this chapter, by the will of Allah, we ...

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Hijab Brings Dignity to a Woman

There is one issue which remains to be discussed. It is one of the criticism they have made against the modest dress which says that the modest dress deprives the honor and respect of a woman. You know that human dignity has become one of the important goals of humanity since the words about human rights have developed. Human digluty is respected and it must be followed; all human beings share in this whether man or woman, black or white, or ...

( 2023-10-09 17:40:59 )

The Sunrise

The SunriseThe people of the Book (Christians and Jews) gave good news of the appearance of a new prophet whose time was about to come. The Arab tribes reported the news. Those who sneered at the idols longed for the coming of the new prophet. One day, a man came from Makkah and said to Jundub:There's a man in Makkah who says that there is no god but Allah and claims that he is a prophet.Jundub asked:Which tribe does he belong ...

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What position does Tarawih prayer take according to Shia school of thought, considering that it is prevalent among Ahlul Sunna?

Considering that Tarawih Prayers are offered in pairs of two or more raka‘āt, according to ahlul-Sunna, can you please let us know What position does Tarawih prayer take toward Shia school of thought?Concise answerTarawih Prayer refers to Nafilah prayers performed at night in the holy Month of Ramadan, after salat of Isha.[1] Tarawih prayer is offered by Ahlul Sunna in congregation, ordered by their second caliphate.[2] The prayers ...

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Holy Quran written by Imam Moosa Kazim put on display on Arbaeen in Kashmir

Holy Quran written by imam Moosa Kazim (AS) was put on display at shrine Babul Hawaij Imam Moosa Kazim in Chatabal area of Srinagar city. Huge gathering of Shias visit the shrine in order to make a Ziyarat of the historic holy Quran. The Quran is specially put on display on the day of Arbaeen. The holy Quran has deep rooted history how it reached Kashmir and kept safe in this shrine.

( 2023-10-08 05:14:29 )

Muharram mourning in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon 1437-2015

Muharram mourning in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon 1437-2015.Ahlul Bayt News Agency - Muharram is a month of remembrance and modern Shia meditation that is often considered synonymous with Ashura. Ashura, which literally means the "Tenth" in Arabic, refers to the tenth day of Muharram. It is well-known because of historical significance and mourning for the murder of Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUT).Shiite ...

( 2023-10-07 19:55:06 )

Anger is the key to all kinds of vices

Anger is a psychological state that results from inner agitation and desire for vengeance. And when this agitation becomes more violent, it intensifies the fire of anger. A violent commotion engulfs ones brain on account of which, the mind and the intellect lose control and become powerless. At that time, the inner state of the person resembles a cave where fire has broken out, filling it with flames and suffocating clouds of smoke that leap out ...

( 2023-10-07 07:22:17 )

Inviting Rulers of Neighboring States to Islam (628 A.D.)

By: Yasin T. al- Jibouri The peace afforded by the Hudaybiya treaty gave an opportunity to the Prophet to propagate Islam throughout Arabia and enable Islam to embark upon its attempt to embrace all humanity. He sent ambassadors with his letters to Heraclius, the Byzantine emperor, Khosrow Parviz II, the Kisra of Persia[49], the kings of Egypt and Abyssinia, and to the chiefs of Yemen and Syria. These letters have been preserved and reproduced ...

( 2023-10-07 01:10:34 )

Muhammad, The Messenger of God’ to be screened in Moscow International Filmfest.

Majid Majidi’s biopic ‘Muhammad: The Messenger of God’ will be screened in 2016 Moscow International Film Festival in ...

( 2023-10-06 23:04:43 )

The Fruit of the Marriage

In the 3rd year of Hijrah the first son was born to Fatima (S.A.), who was named "Hasan (A.S.)." The birth of this child saved the Prophet (P.B.U.H.) from the torture of the enemies and the sorrow of the separation of friends. He (P.B.U.H.) happily and joyfully visited Fatima's (S.A.) house and took Imam Hassan (A.S.) into his lap and recited Azan and Aqamat in his ears. Then he gave some silver, which was equal in weight of the hair of the ...

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QUESTION AND OBSERVATION

QUESTION AND OBSERVATION At this stage, a question and objection comes forth; that is, if being religious is the real standard of success, then why do we see many religious ones who do not lead good lives and their lives are disturbed and unhappy? ________________________ 1- Wasail al-Shia, vol. 14, p 31. ---------------------------------------------------------- ANSWER Firstly, religiousness (devoutness) means real ...

( 2023-10-06 06:28:25 )

The Sanctity Of Home

So far our discussions were about domestic morals. Now we shall deal with the sanctity of the home. We learn from the Holy Quran and the traditions of the Ahl al Bayt (a.s.)that a house that promotes love and affection is certainly an ideal home! The inhabitants of such homes take care of each other. They are regular in salah (prayers), fasting and are God fearing. They maintain a rapport with Allah through regular supplication. Such homes have ...

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What Does School of Thought Mean?

Schools of thought (madhahib) are the paths people follow to the Holy Qur'an and Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh&hf). Obviously, these schools of thought were founded considerably after the death of the Prophet (pbuh&hf) and, in fact, never took shape until the time of the Umayyid Caliphate. The common phrase ahl al-sunnah wal-jama'ah, for example, became prevalent during the third century hijri. By the year 250 h., the ...

( 2023-10-04 10:56:55 )

Tawassul - Seeking a Way unto Allah

3. Opinion on Non-Permissibility of TawassulIn the opinion of Taqi al-Din Ibn Taymiyyah and later Hanbali scholars tawassul to the person of the Prophet (PBUH) himself is not permissible. Tawassul has three concepts, of which two are deemed correct, and according to Ibn Taymiyyah, whoever rejects these two concepts of tawassul is either an infidel or an apostate.1) Tawassul to the Prophet (PBUH) to reach God is indicative of faith and love for ...

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Leaders of Shia Islamic Movement of Nigeria List 5 Conditions For Peace

Leaders of Shia Islamic Movement of Nigeria have listed five conditions for possible truce and presented a some demands to the federal government.Leadership reports that the main condition was the immediate release of their leader, Sheikh Ibrahim El-Zakzaky.Briefing journalists in Abuja, Abdulmumin Giwa, the group’s media forum secretary, and Abdulrahman Abubakar, the leader of the movement in Yola, insisted that the killing of ...

( 2023-09-30 22:31:43 )

Lady Maryam: Mother of Jesus

Imran was the son of Mathan, who was from the progeny of Sulaiman son of Dawood (a.s). The children of Mathan and especially Imran were among the leading religious scholars of Bani Israel. They were residing in Baitul Maqdas. Imran’s wife was Hannah. Both grew old but remained issueless. They wished so earnestly to have children who would keep their memory alive after them and who would continue their holy progeny further.One day Hannah ...

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Knowledge and Wisdom: Islamic Viewpoint

The word Riyaa is derived from Rooyat which means pointing to or showing of a deed. Man’s aim behind this deed is to attract peoples towards him. He does it in various ways: A – By his deeds or actions; for example, he prolongs his actions during namaz and makes his face appear fearful and courteous. B – By his words: For example, during his admonitions and sermons he tries to attract others towards his own person. C – Sometimes he makes ...

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Rules related to Covering

O children of Adam! We have indeed sent down to you clothing to cover your shame, and (clothing) for beauty and clothing that guards (against evil), that is the best. This is of the communications of Allah that they may be mindful.” Al-Qur’an • Surah A’raf • Ayah 26 بسم الله الرّحمن الرّحيم يَا بَنِي آدَمَ قَدْ أَنزَلْنَا عَلَيْكُمْ لِبَاساً يُوَارِي ...

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The Appointment of the Prophet (PBUH&HP;)

Introduction The appointment of Muhammad (PBUH&HP), the Prophet of Islam and his selection as the Messenger of Allah (SWT), can be considered the most significant event in the history of Islam. Descent of the Holy Quran began at this time. The word Bi'that means to be chosen and its expressional meaning is "being chosen by the Almighty Allah to guide people". It can be concluded from the Islamic and historical texts that the appointment of ...

( 2023-09-14 18:34:06 )

Egypt's Al-Azhar scholars meet with custodian of Imam Hussein Holy Shrine

Custodian of Imam Hussain (as) shrine further noted, "The Republic of Egypt, Al-Azhar University as well as Egyptian academics should know the facts about Iraq. We warmly welcome visitors from other countries in Imam Hussain (as) holy shrine and all other Iraqi ...

( 2023-09-12 04:39:58 )