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Jafari University

If we refer to the study circle of Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) as a university, we would not be exaggerating or stating anything far from the truth. This university left a vast scientific legacy and trained many

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Kinship Bond

“And those (people of understanding) who maintain the ties that Allah has commanded to be maintained, and fear their Lord, and dread the severity of the reckoning [1].” When an individual hears logical and eloquent speech from someone, they naturally

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Interaction Pattern

“Indeed, he wrote this letter for his companions and instructed them to read it to one another, reflect upon it, renew their commitment, and act upon its content [1].” The late Kulayni, in his esteemed book Al-Kafi, narrates the recommendations

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Halal Income

The number of dependents under the care of Imam Sadiq (peace be upon him) and his living expenses had increased. The Imam decided to engage in trade to earn an income to cover household expenses. He gathered a capital of

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A Christian Mother

Zakaria the son of Ibrahim is a young convert who lives at the time of Imam Sadiq (PBUH). After he performed the Hajj rituals, he visited Imam Sadiq (PBUH) and said, “I was a Christian, and I have converted to Islam.” Imam asked, “What

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Ja’fari Jurisprudence

During the Imamate of Imam Sadiq (peace be upon him), the city of Medina had changed significantly. The massacre of the people of this city by the soldiers of Muslim bin Uqbah had created a sense of despair among the

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In search of knowledge…

Ninety-four years had passed from the life of ’Uthman al-Basri, but upon the arrival of Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) in Medina and witnessing the greatness of the Imam in every aspect, he desired only to learn knowledge

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The Logic of Shia

Yunus ibn Ya’qub, one of the companions of Imam Sadiq (peace be upon him), narrates: I was with Imam Sadiq (peace be upon him) when a man from Syria came to him and said, “I know the science of theology,

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In the Evening, Beside the Needy

“Mu’alla,” one of the servants of Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him), narrates: On one of the rainy nights, Imam al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) left his house. I quietly followed him from behind. Suddenly, something fell from the

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The Last Will

Abu Basir narrates: After the martyrdom of Imam Sadiq (PBUH) I went to his house to pay my condolences to his wife Hamidah. Upon seeing me, she began to weep and I wept as well.  Then she said Abu Basir! If you

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The Truest Companion

If a friend supports us in every circumstance and stays by our side in both joy and hardship, what feelings would we develop toward them? If a companion supports us materially and spiritually in all aspects of life, what kind

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The Manners of Visiting the Sick

Visiting the sick person which is emphasized in the teachings of the Ahlulbait (PBUT) helps to bring calm for the sick and lessen his suffering, and this is achieved through showing affection, presenting with gifts and etc. A follower of

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The Charter of Compassionate Governance

Abdullah Najashi, a notable historical figure, was appointed as the governor of Ahvaz by Mansur Abbasi. He sought guidance and a charter of conduct from Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) to bring him closer to Allah and the

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Sympathetic to People

The price of wheat and bread was rising day by day in Media. Citizens were therefore overtaken by bewilderment and anxiety. Anyone who had not stored wheat for the year use would try hard to provide and stock it, and those

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On the Path of Moderation

If a horse rider presses his steed too hard, attempting to reach his destination faster by combining two stages into one, the horse will collapse on the way, failing to move forward. As a result, the rider ends up with

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The Friendship That Was Broken…

Perhaps no one imagined that such a friendship would be broken, and that the two, who were always together, would one day part ways. People knew one of them by his friend’s name more than by his own. Often, when

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A Prosperous World, A Bountiful Hereafter

Islam places great importance on work and encourages its followers to be active. The teachings of the Imams (peace be upon them) emphasize avoiding idleness and laziness, and to rid one’s life of slackness. It is noteworthy that not only

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Guiding Star

The term “Imam” means a leader or guide. In essence, it refers to what is followed, whether it be a book or a person, truth or falsehood.[1][2] In the context of Shia beliefs, Imamate and the recognition of the Imam

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