Imam Reza(A.S.) Debates With A Catholic Priest and A Rabbi

After the death of Ima`m Mu`sa` al-Ka`zim, peace be on him, Imam Reza(A.S.) traveled to Basrah in order to produce evidence in support of his Ima`mate and in order to disprove the vague errors of those who deviated from the truth. He stopped at the house of al-Hasan b. Mohammed al-'Alawi and held in it a session for a group of the Muslims among whom was 'Amru` b. Hadda`b, who deviated from the members of the House (ahl al-Bayt ), peace be on ...

( 2024-10-07 02:35:03 )

What is meant by a Young Person?

Imam Jafar Sadiq (A.S) said to a man: “What is meant by a young person [Al-Fata] in your estimation?” The man replied, “A youth.” The Imam (A.S) replied, “No, the young person [Al-Fata] is the true believer. Surely the Companions of the Cave [Ashab Kahf] were all old people, however Allah, Glory and Greatness be to Him, called them youth who believed in Him.”

( 2024-10-07 01:33:59 )

Names, Titles and Nicknames of Lady Fatima(pbuh)

Her name is Fatima (AS) and her other names are: Zahra, Seddiqeh, Tahereh, Mobarakeh, Batool, Razieh and Marzieh. The word Fatima means separated and she is named Fatima (AS) because her followers are separated from the Hell because of her. Zahra means luminous and Imam Sadeq (pbuh) said:” When Fatima (AS) prayed, she shined for the heavens as the stars shine for people on earth”. Seddiqeh means someone who says nothing ...

( 2024-10-07 00:32:46 )

Women in the view of Imam Ali (a.s)

The status of woman in the world-view of IslamAs for the first part, the holy Qur'an is not only a collection of laws. It does not contain merely a series of dry commands and laws without comment. It contains both laws and history, both exhortation and the interpretation of creation, and countless other subjects. Just as the Qur'an lays down rules of action in the form of law on some occasions, so it also comments upon existence and being. It ...

( 2024-10-06 23:30:53 )

The Brief Biographies of Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.)

Al-\'Imam \'Ali (as) Amir al-Mu\'minin Hadrat \'Ali (as) is the first perfect example of the education and training of the Holy Prophet (S). \'Ali (as) was educated by the Holy Prophet (S) from the period of his infancy. \'Ali (as) was always with the Holy Prophet (S) like a shadow until the last moment of the Prophet\'s life. Like a butterfly which sacrifices its life for the candle, \'Ali (as) also was with the Holy Prophet (S). \'Ali (as) ...

( 2024-10-06 21:26:48 )

At-Taherah (SA) (The Virtuous)

As we have already mentioned, one of Fatima Zahra's (A.S.) names was "At Taherah" (the virtuous or pure). This meaning is related to the verse: "And Allah only wished to remove all abomination from you, ye member of the Family, and to make you pure and spotless." (33: 33) The above-mentioned verse is of great importance because of its subtle meaning and significance. This verse is considered the main source of virtues granted to Ahlul-Bayt ...

( 2024-10-04 00:50:32 )

Martyrdom Anniversary of Hadrat Fatima al-Zahra (A)

Leader of the Women of ParadiseThe Only Daughter of the Holy Prophet of Islam(S.A.W.)The Mother of the Leaders of Youth of Paradise:(ImamHasan(A.S.) and Imam Husain(A.S.)Name : FatimaTitle : Az-ZahraKunyat : Umm-ul-AimmaBorn : Friday 20th of Jamadi-ul-Akhar in MeccaFather's Name : Holy Prophet Muhammad Ibn-e-Abdulla (S.A.W.)Mother's Name : Khadija bint-e-KhuwailidMartyred : 13th Jamadi-ul-Awwal or 3rd Jamadi-ul-Akhir 11Hijrah at Medina at the ...

( 2024-10-03 08:44:34 )

The General Life-Style of the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.)

The other members of the Ahl al-Bayt (as) are the perfect examples of the education and training of the Holy Prophet (S). Their characters and life-style resemble the character of the Holy Prophet (S). Certainly, during 250 years, beginning from the 11th year of Hijrah (the year of Holy Prophet\'s [S] demise) until the year 260 AH (when al-\'Imam Muhammad al-Mahdi\'s [as] Ghaybat al-Kubra, i.e., Great Occultation started), in their associations ...

( 2024-10-03 06:20:06 )

Hadrat Fatimah Zahra(A.S.) Pleads Her Case

After all else failing, the holy Lady Fatimah Al-Zahra(A.S.), in her desperation and frustration, causes a great controversy among all the Muslims. By personally going to her Father's Mosque of Al-Madinah, after prayers had ended, to publicly expose and demand the immeadiate return of her rightful inheritance from Abu Bakr and his supporters, who Pleads Her Case The Fatimah Al-Zahra(A.S.) had now exhausted all possible avenues in her pursuit to ...

( 2024-10-03 05:06:10 )

Imam Ali’s Biography

Introduction: All the human beings experience ups and downs and face different problems in life The individuals , usually get weak and unable when facing a problem and try with the aid and guide of the experts to save themselves from the trouble;And by finding the "examples" in any field , and then following them , perform their duties in the best way as to solve their problems and relieve their pains. One of these examples is the honoured ...

( 2024-10-02 08:12:41 )

The Paradigm of Patience and Gentleness

Sufyan ibn Nazaar narrates:Once when we were in the presence of Ma'moon, he asked us: "Do you know whom I learned the Shia faith from?" Everyone said they do not know. Ma'moon then continued, "I learned it from my father Haroon al-Rashid.We asked: "How is that possible, when Haroon would actually kill this group?Ma'moon replied: "He would kill them solely for the purpose of power and kingship, so he would not lose his position. However, it was ...

( 2024-10-02 07:11:33 )

A Brief History of Al-Zahra's Life

Fatimah, the only daughter of the Holy Prophet of Islam, was born in Mecca on 20th jumada 'th-thaniyah 18 B.H. The good and noble lady Khadijah and the Apostle Of Allah bestowed all their natural love, care and devotion on their lovable and only child Fatimah, who in her turn was extremely fond of her parents. Character The Princess of the House of the Prophet, was very intelligent, accomplished and cheerful. Her sermons, poems and sayings ...

( 2024-10-02 06:04:29 )

Imam Sadjad’s Deep Love for the Holy Qur’an

Practicing the Holy Qur'an One day a close relative of Imam al-Sadjad (A.S) abused him in public. He spoke bad words to him and then left but the Imam (A.S) did not utter any word against him. As soon as the man left, Imam (A.S) turned towards the people who were present there and had witnessed what had just transpired, and said, "Whatever this man said to me, you all heard it. I would now want you to accompany me to him so that you hear what ...

( 2024-10-02 06:04:26 )

Historical Aspect of the Imam's Biography

Imam and Alawide RevoltsWe have already indicated that one of the reasons which prompted al-Mamoon to bring Imam al-Rida (A.S.) to Khurasan and nominate him as his successor was to avoid a direct collision with the Alawides who were of the view that the Abbasides had monopolized authority and robbed them of their right to rule the Muslims. Al-Mamoon tried to deal with this problem which always used to push the Alawides to assault the government ...

( 2024-10-02 05:02:29 )

The Greatest Master of Sciences

The sixth holy Imam, Ja’ffar Ibn Muhammad Al-Sadiq (as) was born in Madinah on 17th Rabi’ al Awwal 83 Hijrah (702 AD). He was martyred in Madinah by poisoning on 15th/25th Shawwal, 148 Hijrah (765 AD) at the age of 65. The Period of his Imamate was 34 years. His Character and Virtues Once a pilgrim visiting the Prophet's Mosque in Madina fell asleep. On waking up, he hurriedly searched his belongings and found his purse, which ...

( 2024-10-02 03:58:29 )

The Martyrdom of Imam Hassan (AS)

The Imam after the commander of the faithful, Hazrat-e Ali, Peace be upon him, was his son, Al-Hassan, the son of Fatima, Daughter of Mohammad, the Lord of Messengers, May God bless him and his pure family.His epithet was Abu Mohammad and he was born in Medina in the month of Ramadhan three years after Hijra (624 A.H.). At the age of 7, the infallible Imam (AS) lost his honorable grandfather, Hazrat-e Mohammad (p.b.u.h) and his holy mother, ...

( 2024-10-02 03:58:27 )

Imam Reza’s Invocations after Reciting Some Chapters of the Qur’an

The narrators of traditions (Hadiths) have said that after reciting some verses of the Qur’an or at the end of some chapters of holy Book, Imam Reza (A.S) was quietly or loudly repeating some phrases some of which Raja ibn Abi Al-Zahhak has narrated for us. He narrates: “Imam Reza (A.S) was always reciting ‘In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful”‌ loudly in all his daily prayers; quickly after that ...

( 2024-10-02 01:52:53 )

Birthday of the 7th Imam

Salaam dear readers, on the occasion of the 7th of Safar we present you an exclusive feature on the birth anniversary of the 7th Infallible Heir of Prophet Mohammad (SAWA). However, since we are still in the state of mourning for heartrending martyrdom of Imam Husain (AS), we do not mark with festivities the birthday of Imam Musa Kazem (AS), out of respect for the immortal martyrs of Karbala. "O Allah I bear witness to You, Your angels ...

( 2024-10-02 01:52:51 )

Fatimah Zahra (A.S) the Link between Prophethood and Imamat part

Another narration by al-Hakim in al-Mustadrak states: 'The Messenger of Allah used, when he came back from a battle or journey, to come to the mosque and pray two rak'as to thank Allah..... then would enter to (the house of) Fatimah, then he would come to his wives'. This meant that Fatimah (A.S.) held the prime place in the relationships between the Prophet (S.A.W.) and other people, including his wives. In the same book, al-Mustadrak, ...

( 2024-10-01 05:26:02 )

Sayyida Fatima after Heavenly Departure of Holy Prophet

Hadrat Fatima Zahra after the Heavenly Departure of the Holy Prophet (PBUT)By: Dr. Yasin T. al-JibouriIbn al-Jawzi, namely Abul-Faraj Abdul-Rahman ibn Abul-Hassan Ali ibn Muhammad al-Qarashi (or Quraishi, of Quraish tribe) al-Taymi al-Bakri, was a Hanbali faqih who knew the Holy Qur’an by heart, an orator, historian and a man of letters.He was born in Baghdad in 510 A.H./1117 A.D. and died there on the 12th of the month of Ramadan of 592 ...

( 2024-10-01 04:25:17 )