The rights of Animals
Imam Kazem (PBUH) has said: “With respect to inferiors and the closed-tongues (animals) take God into consideration.” They asked him: “What is meant by the closed-tongues?” He answered: “The sheep, cat, dove, etc.”1 The animals play various crucial roles in the lives of humans. The…
“The Beloved Amongst People”
Imam Kadhim (PBUH) took the leadership of Shia after the martyrdom of his honorable father in in year 148 and spent rest of his noble life in Madina and Baqdad. He was unique of his time and no one could qualify to be compared with…
The Manner of Criticism
It might have happened for you too that when encountering a bad behavior we have started criticizing the person. Instead of confronting the individual, we can remind the unacceptable behavior and show distaste for that. In such a case there would be no hatred toward…
The Manner of Criticism
It might have happened for you too that when encountering a bad behavior we have started criticizing the person. Instead of confronting the individual, we can remind the unacceptable behavior and show distaste for that. In such a case there would be no hatred toward…
The Conspiracy of the Caliph
He feared light like a thief. Evidently, he was afraid of the beneficent and sun-like presence of Imam Kadhim (PBUH) among the people. Therefore he decided to arrest Imam (PBUH). The most powerful Abbasid caliph, Harun al-Rashid entered Medinah, in order to achieve his sinister…
The Most Knowledgeable Person
and said, ‘May I sacrifice my life for you, how can one know the Imam?’ Abu Basir Narrates: I once visited Imam Kazem The Imam replied that there are a few characteristics to consider: 1. For one, the previous legitimate divine chosen Imam should have…
A Two-Way Relationship
Imam Sadiq (PBUH) was just martyred; however, due to the political situation at the time and fear over the life of the next Imam, he had introduced the Imam after him implicitly and indirectly. Therefore, there became a dispute among the Shiites over his successor….
Let’s not Judge Early!
Allah (SWT) has blessed His representatives with certain divine abilities. Belief of the people in their abilities was considered a sign that these special people have been believed to be truly representatives of Allah (SWT). However, there are some blessings and abilities found in the…
The Heir of Knowledge
He decided to perform Hajj; however, his intention was not to benefit from it, but to show off his power; nevertheless, he was negligent that he had to circumambulate the sanctuary of the Absolute Power. As he entered Masjid al-Haram, the guards started opening the…
I am Guilty of Being Free…
The truthful Joseph is thrown into a well; he is sent to jail. What has happened? Is he guilty of anything but being loved by his father, innocence, piety, and loyalty? The history repeats itself; this time, Imam Kadhim (PBUH) is sent to jail. It…
“After a Sign”
Recognizing the successor of Allah (SWT) on earth and seeking help from him in the ups and downs of life is one of the most essential foundations of Shiism in theory and practice. As such, throughout the history, Shiites have always been concerned as to…
The Descendants of the Messenger of Allah
Imam Musa ibn Ja’far (PBUH) says: “All people are blessed by Allah’s mercy as long as they treat each other kindly, interact trustworthily, and behave honestly and justly.” (1) One day, Harun al-Rashid – the Abbasid Caliph- asked some questions from Imam Kadhim (PBUH) through…
Ascension from the Loneliness of Jail
Imam Musa bin Jafar (PBUH) said: “A wise person would never promise something that he is incapable of doing; he would never hope something for which he would be reproached for; and would never take action for something that he fears he may fail in.”…
The Real Commentator of Quran
Some year, Mahdi Abbasi (one of the Abbasid Caliphs) entered Medina and after visiting the Prophet’s (PBUH&HP) shrine conducted a meeting with Imam Kadhim (PBUH). To examine Imam Kadhim (PBUH) scientifically, he posed the debate about the taboo against wine in the holy Quran and…
Endeavor and Diligence
Islam has always encouraged people to be active in order to be positive and beneficial in their lives. If people express endeavor and vitality, they would be able to benefit others as well as themselves. Islam rejects an inactive life and showing laziness in work…
Brine Water
One of the best methods that the holy Quran offers to purify the soul of the humankind is to avoid negligence. For instance, The holy Quran refers to this world as a plaything: “The life of the world is just play and diversion”.(1) By putting…
Imam, Watching His Followers…
Ali Bin Yaqtin was one the close friends of Harun al-Rashid on the surface, but deep down, he was a follower of Imam Musa al-Kadhim (PBUH). He was in continuous private communication with Imam Kadhim (PBUH); he always sent a fifth of any income he…
Seeking Faults or Covering Faults
Throughout our life, we may have seen people, who seek the faults (1) of others and create the grounds for pessimisms, hurtfulness, separation and even violence among others. So many relationships of friends and families are destroyed simply because of such bad habit. Fault seeking…
The Miracle of Friendship
For sure the shocking statistics of global and social problems has drawn your attention to them. Mankind was always searching for finding solutions for terrorism, violence, separation, murder, suicide, family problem, discrimination, racisms, wars, and thousands of other problems. But what is the main reason…
Who is at Fault?
The knowledge of the Imams (PBUT) is a gem that sheds guidance. Their knowledge is like the shining sun which is always beneficial in any conditions and periods of time. Based on this fact even in their childhood, the Imams (PBUT) had the ability to…
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