One of the deviations that has existed in various religions and led to the misguidance of some of their followers is ghulu [1] (exaggeration) concerning the saints of that religion. In some cases, the status and rank of the saints
Undoubtedly, we have all visited various markets countless times and, at least once, experienced economic transactions. It is quite possible that in these markets we have engaged in buying and selling. Naturally, there have been times when we made a
“I make you an intercessor at the threshold of God, and through you, I seek closeness to Him. I place you in all my states, actions, needs, and decisions as an intercessor.” (Excerpt from the Ziyarat al-Jaami’ah [1], narrated from
In the ups and downs of life, we often encounter various topics, and we may pass by many of them without much thought. However, the truth is that treasures are not only buried beneath the earth and in the ruins
What is effort, action, and striving? What matters is human luck! Effort, skill, craftsmanship, strength, and … all of these are nothing. It is all about luck, not intellect. If you have good luck, what does it matter how much
Sometimes, we feel the need to think. It is something we may not engage in as often these days. Thinking gives us perspective, and usually when we gain perspective on something, we pursue it. If we continue, we gradually gain
During the reign of Mutawakkil, Imam Ali al-Naqi (peace be upon him) was afflicted with a severe illness for some time. The Imam considered the visit to the noble shrine of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) as the means
Musa ibn Muhammad says: One day I saw Yahya ibn Aktham. He asked me several questions. Afterward, I went to my brother, Imam Ali al-Hadi (peace be upon him), and there was a discussion between us which made it clear
