In a world filled with uncertainty, where questions about the purpose of life, the afterlife, origin, destination, and how to fully realize our potential as individuals and as a society weigh heavily on our minds, we seek divine guidance and inspiration. At “Roshd,” our primary mission is to introduce and spread Islamic knowledge with a focus on the Quran, traditions, and the teachings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and his pure household, whom Allah has willed to remove all impurity and to purify and cleanse.
“Indeed Allah desires to repel all impurity from you, O People of the Household, and purify you with a thorough purification”. (Al-Ahzab, 33)
Our goal is to foster constructive dialogue and promote mutual understanding among diverse individuals, transcending the boundaries of culture, faith, and tradition. We strongly believe in the power of education and inspiration for minds and hearts, and in the core Islamic values that can guide us toward a better future.
The faithful are indeed brothers. Therefore, make peace between your brothers and be wary of Allah, so that you may receive [His] mercy.
( Al-Hujuraat : 10)
Imam Ali (PBUH) lived a life of humility, simplicity, and service. He worked daily, helped at home, and lived modestly despite his leadership. He avoided using public funds for personal comfort and prioritized caring for the poor. His actions reflect unmatched virtue, inspiring all with his devotion, humility, and justice.
Shia Muslims follow Imam Ali (PBUH) and the twelve Imams after Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP). Despite their piety and loyalty, they faced severe persecution, economic exclusion, and distortion of truth by rulers like Muawiyah. Yet, with steadfast faith, they upheld justice and endured hardships, preserving Islam’s true essence through sacrifice and devotion.
When Imam Ali (PBUH) became caliph, he confronted deep economic inequality caused by previous rulers’ unequal wealth distribution. Unlike them, he restored justice by returning public wealth to the treasury and ensuring equal distribution. Despite elite resistance and wars, his just governance eradicated poverty and restored fairness in Islamic society.
Islam highly values maintaining kinship ties (Silat al-Rahm). The Qur’an and hadiths emphasize kindness, visiting relatives, helping the sick, and attending funerals. Even small gestures like greetings count. However, if family ties harm faith, they may be avoided. True connection lies in kindness, not harm, as God accepts only from the righteous.
The Prophet of Islam (PBUH) has been praised not only by Muslims but also by many non-Muslim scholars. Thinkers like Michael Hart, Bosworth Smith, Irving, and Watt have described him as a complete leader, morally upright, successful in both religious and worldly matters, and an unparalleled role model for humanity.
The Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) noble character—especially his forbearance—was so powerful that it led Zayd, a skeptic, to embrace Islam. Even when insulted, the Prophet responded with kindness, fulfilling a key attribute described in the Torah. His unmatched patience and generosity won hearts and spread faith.
