When Prophet Ibrahim/Abraham (PBUH) wanted to offer Ismai’l/Ishmael (PBUH) as a sacrifice, he said to Haajar, Isma’il’s mother, Haajar: “Adorn our son, because I want to take him to party of the Beloved (Allah (SWT)).” Prophet Ibrahim (PBUH) refrained from
After the tragedy of Karbala, Lady Zainab (PBUH) and the other captives were brought to the palace of Ibn Ziyad. There, Lady Zainab disguised herself among the other women. Once Ibn Ziyad noticed her, he asked: “Who is that disguised
Lady Zainab (PBUH) is the message bearer of the martyrs in Karbala and the companion of Imam Hussain (PBUH) in the important rising of Ashura. Lady Zainab (PBUH) was born to Amir al-Mu’minin (PBUH) and Lady Fatimah (PBUH) in the
The Fitra1 of each person constantly yearns to reach perfection. In order to reach the degree of perfection however, one should seek to find the means of approach to the Allah Almighty. The first step in seeking closeness to Allah
Faith in Allah has certain requirements and responsibilities that may be difficult and impossible for many to act upon. Example of this would be struggling in the way of Allah (SWT), standing up against the enemies, forgiveness, and sacrificing one’s
There is not enough information about the childhood and the youth of Zainab (PBUH); however, after some decades she comes out, and the striking event of Karbala shows her to us. As Tabari mentions in his history, Hamid Ibn Muslim
According to the view of Islam, the woman is given the high status she desires. In fact, one of the advantages of Islam, which has turned it into the best way of living for mankind, is its view on the
As Zainab (PBUH) grew up, many of the noblemen and great men of Arabia asked for her hand in marriage. They thought that due to their wealth and high social position they would be successful in marrying Zainab (PBUH). For
At the time when Lady Fatimah (PBUH) was pregnant with Lady Zainab (PBUH), the holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP) was not in Medina. When Lady Zainab (PBUH) was born, Lady Fatimah (PBUH) told Imam Ali (PBUH), “Since my father is on
Talkativeness has numerous unpleasant consequences in which can be observed in the daily lifestyle. One of the teachings of divine Prophets was to avoid talkativeness and speaking less. In an advise by Prophet Jesus (PBUH): “O sons of Israel, to
One of the principles that all divine religions share, is the importance of the hereafter and the fact that the eternal bliss of a person is the result of his deeds in this world. Allah (SWT) has advised prophet Jesus
One of the common teachings of all Divine religions is piety, and putting the effort to protect the soul through obedience and submission. Whenever prophet a was sent to the people by Allah (SWT), in addition to administering their teachings,
It has been narrated in the book “Amaali” from Imam Sadiq (PBUH) that Jesus (PBUH) told his companions: “O, sons of Adam! Recourse to God from the world and take your hearts off of it, for that it does not
“And peace on me on the day I was born, and on the day I die, and on the day I am raised to life” (1). Imam Reza (PBUH) said,” There are three critical stages for every human being: The
Have you ever thought about whom you befriend, whom you have relations with, and how your life is affected by their characteristics and behaviors? The truth is that there is no success without friendship relations. Friends are treasures which should
The preaching method of all the Prophets has been based on humility and modesty; because whoever wants to convey a message to the people, especially if it is the message of the Lord, has to be extremely humble and modest
The Holy Quran clearly states that Jesus (PBUH) was a messenger of Allah (SWT) and the Gospel is a holy book just like Torah, Psalms and the Holy Quran itself. Allah (SWT) asks Muslims to believe in the Holy Books
From long ago, there were some Jews who hoped for an independent government. The history of the Jews, and their long yearning for the promised Messiah is reflected in Torah or what the Christians call the Old Testament. This savior
Lady Maryam (Mary), daughter of Imran, was the Messiah’s mother. When Maryam’s mother was pregnant, assuming her child would be a boy, she made a vow offering her child as servant to a mosque (Moharrer). When she gave birth, seeing
…Alas! With her baby in her arms, Lady Mary (PBUH) returned from the eastern outskirts and into her town: “and she came to her people with him, carrying him (with her)” (Quran 19:27). When they saw a baby in her
