The opponents of Islam realized that the Imam of Ahlul-Bait (a.s.) were the very embodiment of originality and purity and acted as a refuge for Muslims in time of distress and calamities. They have a special status and respect in the self of every Muslim who loves the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w.).
History tells us that diverse, deviated groups appeared, such as; the Zindiks, Exaggerators, Mazdakis, Jews, hypocrites, and even those who are ...
The signs of the rise of al-Qa’im
The early Imamite traditionists delineated five signs which would precede the rise of al-Qa’im al-Mahdi: first, the rise of al-Yamani, then the rise of al-Sufyani, thirdly the assassination of the Pure Soul (al-Nafs al-Zakiyya) in Mecca only fifteen days before the rise of alQa'im, fourthly an outcry in the morning from the sky in the name of al-Qa’im, and finally the sinking of an army into ...
Morality of the Holy Prophet (p.b.u.h.)
Imam al-Sadiq (a.s) reports: `Ali ibn Abi-Talib (a.s) was missioned by the Holy Prophet to go to the market and purchase a shirt. He went to the market and purchased a shirt for twelve Dirhams. The Holy Prophet asked, “How much did you pay for it?”
- “Twelve Dirhams.”
- “I do not like it so much! I would like to have a less expensive one. Is the seller ready to take it back, please return ...
NAME
:
Ali
IMAMAAT
:
4th Imam from the silsila-e-Imamaat
TITLE
:
Zain-ul-Abideen ; Syed-us-Sajjideen
FATHER
:
Imam Hussain (AS) - 3rd Imam
MOTHER
:
Hazrat Bibi Sheherbano
BIRTH DATE
:
Saturday 15th Jamadi-ul-Awal
AGE
:
58 Years
DIED ON
:
25th Moharaam
DEATH PLACE
:
Medina
...
1 - One morning Ali ibn Abu Taleb said: "Fatimah, do you have anything to feed us?" She answered: No, by Him who honored father with prophethood, and honored you with successorship, we have nothing edible this morning, and we haven't had any food for two days save that which I have preferred to give you and our two children, Hasan and Husain.Ali (P) said: "Fatimah! Why didn't you tell me, so I could bring some food for you?" Fatimah answered: ...
The Views of Muhyi-ad Din Ibn Arabi on the Infallibility of Imam Mahdi (AS):Ibn Arabi in his works "Futuhat Al-Makkiya" (The Meccan Revelations) says: "Mahdi (AS), during his time is the sign of Allah for the people of the world. His position is like that of the Prophets' (Peace Be Upon Them) which is sometimes also possible for others to share."In the Glorious Qur'an, Allah tells His Prophet (SAW): "Say, `this is my path. With sure knowledge, I ...
It was the usual practice with the Prophet that whenever he conquered a region he personally looked after its political problems and the religious matters of its inhabitants so long as he stayed there and as and when he left that place he appointed there suitable persons on different posts.Its reason was that the people of these regions who were acquainted with the old and wound-up systems did not possess information about the system which had ...
Muhammad Ibn `Ali al-Jawad (at-Taqi) (peace be Upon him)
Name: MuhammadTitle: al-Jawad or at-TaqiAgnomen: Abu Ja`farFather's name: `Ali ar-RideMother's name: Sabikah (or khayzuran)Birth: In Medina, on Friday, 10th Rajab 195 AH"Death: Died at the age of 25 ,in al-kazimiyyah on Wednesday, 29th Dhi'l-qi`dah 220 AH, poisoned by Mu`tasim, the `Abbasid caliph; buried in al-kazimiyyah, Baghdad. Imam Muhammad al-Jawad (or at - Taqi) is the Ninth ...
His SolemnityAs for the solemnity of Imam Reza(A.S.); faces were humbled in fear of it, for it was similar to that of the prophets and the testamentary trustees (of authority) whom Allah clothed in His light. All those who saw him respected him. An example of his solemnity was that when he sat with the people or rode off with them, none was able to raise his voice because of his great solemnity.The reporters have said: "When he (i.e. Imam Reza, ...
We must remember that Nahy Anil Munkar (Forbidding evil) is more important than the rights of relatives, Sayyads and neighbours. Hence we should first try to fulfill the duty of forbidding evil even if it necessitates the non-fulfillment of latter duties, provided there is scope of improvement among the sinners. If it is not so, then it is not required to dissociate with them or withhold kindness etc. from them.
And as far as possible we should ...
41. A fool's mind is at the mercy of his tongue and a wise man's tongue is under the control of his mind.
42. One of the companions of Imam fell ill. Imam Ali called upon him and thus advised him: "Be thankful to Allah. He has made this illness a thing to atone your sins because a disease in itself has nothing to bring reward to anyone, it merely expiates one's sins and so far as reward is concerned, one has to earn it with his good words and ...
when the position of Muhammad ibn
Abi Bakr had become precarious, and
Amir al-mu'mitftn had appointed
al-Ashtar as the Governor of Egypt and
the surrounding areas; it is the longest
document and contains the greatest
number of beautiful sayings.
In the Name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful
This is what Allah's servant 'Ali, Amir almu'minin, has ordered Malik ibn al-Harith alAshtar in his instrument (of appointment) for ...
The necessity of getting to know Ahl al-Bayt (a.s) and following them as recommended by the Holy Prophet according to verse 23 of Chapter al-Sh£r¡ (love for my relatives) bring about happiness in this world and the Hereafter, while to neglect them causes perdition. Addressing Mu`all¡ ibn Khunays, Imam al-¯¡diq (a.s) said:
يَا مُعَلَّى! لَوْ أنَّ عَبْداً عَبَدَ اللهَ مِائَةَ عَامٍ ...
Ali's mental capability and the integration of his life with the life of the Messenger enabled him to think as a philosopher while he was ten years old. He was able to arrive at a logical conclusion. The overwhelming majority of the Meccans had for thirteen years refused to open their eyes to the light of Islam and prevented the Messenger of God from reaching their ears. They could not free their minds because they took the attitude of: "We have ...
On the first of Dhi al-Qa’dah in 173 AH, the city of Madinah was enlightened by the birth of Hadrat Fatimah Ma’soomah (A.S.). She was born to Imam Musa ibn Ja’far (A.S.) and her mother, Najmah. Hadrat Fatimah Masumah (A.S.) was the second and last child of Najmah, after her older brother, Imam Ali ibn Moosa al-Reza (A.S.). As a matter of fact, after Imam Reza (A.S.), she has the highest status and position amongst the children of Imam ...
Husayni Programs vs. Ploys of Colonialists
In one of the Indian cities where the Muslims used to lead a tranquil life,
the British entered one of the Indian cities under the guise of a trade
company. The local governor mobilised his forces to resist the British, but
with all the efforts he made his forces were no match to the British forces.
The result was that British quashed the resistance and killed many of the
forces of the Indian ...
Second son of Fatima (SA) and Ali (AS) Hussain (AS) was born on 3rd Shabaan, 4th year of Hijri (10.1.626 AD) When he was born the Holy Prophet was given the news of the birth of his 2nd grandson. He arrived at the house of his daughter, took the little baby in his arms, said the Azan and Iqamah in his ears. People around the Prophet saw tears in his eyes. Fatimah asked what was the reason for this, he told her that this boy of hers will achieve ...
One day Imam Zaynul-‘Aabideen (as) asked his companion Abu Hamza Thumali, “Which place is the best?” Abu Hamza was perplexed. Not knowing what to answer, he said, “Allah and His messenger know best”. Thereupon, the Imam (as) answered, “The best place is that, which is between the corner of the Ka’bah and the standing place of Ibrahim. (i.e. Hajar-e-Aswad and Maqaam-e-Ibrahim). Noah lived among his people for 950 years. If a man ...
ame: FatimaTitle: MasumahBorn In: Medina, on the first Day of Dhu al-Qa'dah 173 A.H.Father's name: Imam Musa al-Kazim(AS)Mother's name: Najma Khatoon mother of Imam Reza (AS)Died: at the age 28, in Qum on 10th Rabi al-Thani, 201 A.H.Buried: in the holy shrine in the holy city of QumNoble Descent:Hadrat Fatima Masumah (SA) the Blessed and the Gracious Divine Lady from the Holy Ahlul Bayt (AS) was born in the holy city of Medina on the First Day ...
Hadith From Imam Musa al-Kazim (A.S) 1- The affliction is one for the patient and is two for the impatient.(Tohaf Al-okool, P. 437) 2- Taciturnity is a great wisdom. Be silent that it is a good tranquility and cause for decrease of sins.(Tohaf Al-okool, P. 414) 3- Refrain from joking because it wipes off your spiritual appearance.(Behar Al-anwar, Vol. 78, P 321) 4- Consultation with the wise advisor is a blessing, grace, guidance and ...
