To prepare the people for fighting with the people of Syria (ash-Sham)(1) Amir al-mu\'minin said:Woe to you. I am tired of rebuking you. Do you accept this worldly life in place of the next life? Or disgrace in place of dignity? When I invite you to fight your enemy your eyes revolve as though you are in the clutches of death, and in the senselessness of last moments. My pleadings are not understood by you and you remain stunned. It is as though ...
Director of Non-Iranian Pilgrims' Affairs of Astan Quds Razavi reported about holding martyrdom anniversary of Imam Sadeq (A.S.) for non-Iranian pilgrims in the Razavi holy shrine.
According to news from Astan Quds Razavi website, Hujjat al-Islam Ali Baqeri also asserted, " Office of Non-Iranian Pilgrims' Affairs has planned special programs including lecture, stating religious injunctions, panegyrizing, reciting prayers, insight circle, etc. ...
The twenty-ninth sin, that is classified as a Greater Sin is 'Helping the oppressors'. Fazl Ibne Shazaan has narrated from Imam Reza (a.s.) that he said concerning the Greater Sins: "And helping the oppressors and bending (leaning) towards them."
In the narration of Amash from Imam Sadiq (a.s.) the following is mentioned, "Not helping the oppressed people is a Greater Sin." In other words helping the oppressors is also a Greater Sin.
Imam Musa ...
1 - Maxims by Imam Hassan peace be upon him when asked what piety is , ImamHassan , peace be upon him replied : " yearning for virtue and no longing forthis world . "
2 - When asked what manliness is . Imam answered : " protection of religion ,self-respect , lenience , benevolence , discharging one's duties , andshowing amity towards people .
3 - When asked what generosity is , Imam said : donation before requestand feeding poeple ...
Among the most prominent qualities of Ima`m Zayn al-'Abidin was his turning in repentance to Allah and his devotion to Him. This appeared in the Ima`m's whispered prayers, supplications, and words which showed his strong dedication to Allah, the Creator of the world and Giver of life. The Ima`m dedicated himself to Allah and entrusted all his affairs and tasks to Him, the Exalted. When he faced a certain matter, he rushed to Allah, for he ...
Hazrat Imam Zainul Abedin (a.s.)’s Supplication on Excellence in Moral and Good Conduct
(Part One) O Allah, bless Muhammad and his Household, cause my faith to reach the most perfect faith, make my certainty the most excellent certainty, and take my intention to the best of intentions and my conduct to the best of actions! O Allah, complete my intention through Your gentleness, rectify my certainty through what is with You, and reform what is ...
Throwing light on the character and sacrifices of Hazrat Ali Akbar (AS), the speakers said that it is the day that is celebrated every year as the Day of the Virtuous Youth, for it was on this day on the 11th of the month of Sha'ban that God had granted the Martyr of Karbala, Imam Husain (AS), with a meritorious son, who bore a striking resemblance to his grandfather, Prophet Mohammad (SAWA) in both appearance and, as he grew up, in excellence ...
Imam `Ali (a.s) IntervenesImam `Ali (a.s) was once passing by date sellers when he saw a slave-girl crying. He asked the reason, and she said, “My master sent me with one dirham to buy dates. I bought the dates from this man and took them home. But my master did not like them. I have returned them but this man refuses to take them back.” Addressing the date seller, Imam `Ali said, “O servant of Allah! This is a slave-girl having no ...
My upbringing did not really include anything about God. I was christened, although I am not sure why, I would guess that this happened as it was the 'done thing' in my family. In addition I have vague memories of going to Sunday school, and of course the religious education later at school, which could be re-named 'Christian education' as no other religions ever got a look in. Without any firm religious values, I lived my life according to my ...
The Common Ziyarah of Imam Ali-un-Naqi al-Hadi(A.S.) and Imam Hasan Askari (A.S.)
Peace be upon you (both); O the representatives of Allah!Peace be upon you (both); O the Arguments of Allah (against His created beings)!Peace be upon you (both); O the Light of Allah in the murk of the earth!Peace be upon you (both); O the two whom Allah has decided on you!I have come to you visiting your tombs and recognizing your right,And incurring the ...
The following narrations are related to the Imam Abul-Hasan Ali bin Mohammed Al-Hadi (peace be upon him) From Ali bin Mohammed:Peace and God’s mercy and blessings be upon you and those who follow the right guidance.I have received your message and known what you mentioned about your disagreement in your religion, taking up the question of fatalism, the various opinions of those who believe in fatalism and those who believe in indeterminism ...
The paper attempts to reveal the views of Muslim of scholars with regard to the concept of Mahdism from Sunni and Shiite perspective. On the first part we will discuss the views of Muslim exegetes toward the textual evidences which directly deal with aspects of Mahdism. We will trace it both from etymological and terminological aspect and then see their interpretation pertinent to the underlying concept.
The paper attempts to reveal ...
Name: Al-Hasan ibn Ali ibn Abi Talib (a.s.)Mother: Fatimah az-Zahra (a.s.), the daughter of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w.s.).Kunniyat (Patronymic): Abu MuhammadLaqab (Title): Al-Sibt al-Kabir (the elder grandson), Al-Mujtaba.Birth: He was born in Madina in the middle of the month of Ramadhan in 3 A.H.Martyrdom: He died on the 28th of Safar in the year 50 A.H. He was buried in the graveyard of Baqi in Madina. A Brief History of Imam ...
By: Sayyid Mujtaba Musavi LariIslam's aim, in its wars, battles and national uprisings against polytheism and materialism, has not been conquest, expansionism, imperialism or the seizure of others' financial resources. The early impact of Islam on Mecca caused loss to those vested interests which profited from the service of the ancient idols in the Ka'aba and the pilgrims who flocked to those shrines from all the Arab world. These vested ...
Martyrdom of the suckling child (Ali al Asghar)martyrdom of the suckling child (ali al asghar)
His mother was Rabab, the daughter of Imru al Qays bin Adi. Sayyid Ibn Tawoos says that when Imam Hussein (A.S) saw the corpses of his youth and friends, he resolved to be martyred, and called out,
"Is there anyone who could defend the family of the Prophet of Allah? Is there any monotheist who would fear Allah in respect of us? Is there any aide who ...
The Holy Shrine The holy shrine of Hazrat Abdul Azim Hasani(A.S.) along with the sacred tombs of Hazrat Imamzadeh Hamzeh ibn Imam Musa al-Kazim (A.S) and Imamzadeh Taher ibn Imam Ali ibn Husayn (A.S.) in Ray city has been one of the most famous sacred places and tourist attractions in Iran. Millions of the lovers of the Holy Ahlul Bayt (house hold of the Holy Prophet(S.A.W.) from all parts of the world every year visit this holy shrine. In ...
A brief look at Kerbala
The Shaam-e-Ghariban, An artist's view of the holy ladies mourning the Martyrdom of Imam Hussain bin Ali in Karbala
Provided by Zahid Abbas ZaidiYazid's Demand for AllegianceIn 50 A.H. when Imam Hasan (A), the grandson of prophet Muhammad (S), was poisoned, the duty of Imamat became the responsibility of his younger brother Imam Husain (A). At the time, Muawiya bin Abu Sufyan, the governor ...
Surah 8 (Al‑Anfaal), Ayah 75 signifies the blood relations.
…وَأُوْلُواْ الأَرْحَامِ بَعْضُهُمْ أَوْلَى بِبَعْضٍ فِي كِتَابِ اللّهِ
إِنَّ اللّهَ بِكُلِّ شَيْءٍ عَلِيمٌ
... and the blood relations are nearer to one another in the Book of Allah. Certainly Allah knows all.
Commentary
In Al‑Nusoos, Al‑Siddooq quotes Imam Al-Husain who ...
Many non-pagan Arab tribes of the inhabitants of Hijaz refused to join the Faith of Islam. The faith itself prevented the Muslims from imposing it on the tribes because they were from the people of the scripture.
At the dawn of the Islamic State in the beginning of the Hijrah the Messenger signed a document by which he regulated the relationship between these tribes (around and in Medina) and the Muslims giving them rights equal to those of the ...
Hasan Sa'eed bin Hibatullah, renowned as Qutubuddin Rawandi, relates through his chain of authorities from Imam Mohammad al Baqir (A.S.), that before his martyrdom, Imam Husain (A.S.) told his companions that his grandfather the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) had told him,"O my dear son! You shall be killed at Iraq, and it is a place where the Prophets, their successors and Apostles have met one another and it is called Amoora. You shall be martyred at ...
