The Birth of Our Master
Ahmad Ibn Hanbal, the leader of the Hanbali sect says, “The caliphate was not an ornament for Ali, but rather he was the ornament of the caliphate.”
Social Security in the First Century
The old Christian man had worked his lifetime to make a living but did not have any savings left in the end. As he had become old and blind, he was left with no choice but to beg. He would stand by an ally and…
Ali (PBUH), an Eternal Role Model
The life of Imam Ali (PBUH) is filled with immense examples of high virtue and deep educational lessons for the human life. While it impossible to truly comprehend his character, it is possible to learn from and understand certain corners of his divine life. Amir…
Ali (Peace be Upon Him) and the Grand Order of Allah
Ali (PBUH) was born in the Ka’ba, the place where Muslims turn to for their daily prayers. He is the first follower of Islam, and the first1 to pray behind the last Prophet (PBUH). He thus knows the importance and value of prayer, the first…
The Shia of Amir al-Mu’minin (PBUH) and a Historical Oppression
Shia is typically a person who believe in the leadership (Imamah) of the true twelve Imams after the Great Prophet (PBUH&HP) and loves and follows Amir al-Mu’minin Ali (PBUH) and his children. The first Shia Imam, Amir al-Mu’minin (PBUH) was the front runner in battlefields,…
The Principle of Oath Keeping
The principle of oath keeping is considered one of the highest virtues in Islam. The teachings of the Holy Quran and the Ahl al-Bayt (PBUT) regard oath keeping as a fundamental requirement of faith (1); where neglecting one’s oath has been considered alongside irreligiousness and…
A Justice-Promoting State
Once, during the reign of Ali (PBUH) in Kufah, his armor was lost. After a while it was found at the possession of a Christian man. Amir al-Mu’minin (PBUH), who was the ruler of the society, took the Christian to the judge and claimed the…
“Criteria for Selection”
We are each faced with the concept of “choices” in life, where we must choose among two or more options. Being faced with the options to choose a partner, spouse, or friend is an unstoppable phenomenon for all. The important factor however is that the…
“Criteria for Selection”
We are each faced with the concept of “choices” in life, where we must choose among two or more options. Being faced with the options to choose a partner, spouse, or friend is an unstoppable phenomenon for all. The important factor however is that the…
A Kind Father
“I was perplexed and bewildered; my patience was over; it was as if my soul was exiting my body; I left immediately, and did not realize how I got to Daar al-Hukumah (governor’s seat). Can I see him one more time? He is my sole…
Who is Right?
During the Battle of Jamal (1), a companion of Imam Ali (PBUH) was in deep doubt. He would observe both sides. On one side he would see Imam Ali (PBUH) and great figures of Islam who were gathered round him striking away with their swords;…
Who is Right?
During the Battle of Jamal (1), a companion of Imam Ali (PBUH) was in deep doubt. He would observe both sides. On one side he would see Imam Ali (PBUH) and great figures of Islam who were gathered round him striking away with their swords;…
Ali and his Attitude to Adversaries
When we review history, we can see how kings and governors and those in power reacted to those in disagreement with them. They not only prevented others to express their opposing views, but also suppressed as many as they could by imprisonment, torture and bloodshed….
How was He Like?
The martyrdom of Amir al-Mu’minin (PBUH) is far from our understanding unless we know more about the Imam. And it is such that we cannot even comprehend what it means to lose such a magnanimous person. Indeed speaking of Amir al-Mu’minin is a difficult task;…
How was He Like?
The martyrdom of Amir al-Mu’minin (PBUH) is far from our understanding unless we know more about the Imam. And it is such that we cannot even comprehend what it means to lose such a magnanimous person. Indeed speaking of Amir al-Mu’minin is a difficult task;…
The Secret of Amity and Animosity
The alchemists believed that there is a material called elixir which can transform one material into another. They looked for it for centuries, but could never find it. The Persian poets affirmed that the true elixir is love, and love is what can really change…
The Secret of Amity and Animosity
The alchemists believed that there is a material called elixir which can transform one material into another. They looked for it for centuries, but could never find it. The Persian poets affirmed that the true elixir is love, and love is what can really change…
This is How We Became Orphans…
Amir al-Mu’minin, Ali (PBUH), says, “As I was sitting on the ground, I fell asleep and saw Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP) in my dream. I told him that I have seen so much bitterness and animosity from his followers. The Prophet said, ‘Curse them.” (1) And…
Ali (PBUH) as Ever Just and Trustworthy!
Ali (PBUH) is the first Imam of Shiites and the first successor of the final messenger, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP). According to the historians, he was a man who possessed all the Islamic and humane virtues, a man who, despite his tremendous courage and bravery, was…
Ali (PBUH) as Ever Just and Trustworthy!
Ali (PBUH) is the first Imam of Shiites and the first successor of the final messenger, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP). According to the historians, he was a man who possessed all the Islamic and humane virtues, a man who, despite his tremendous courage and bravery, was…