When Mutiwakkil (the Abbasid Caliph) whom his hatred to the Ahl al-Bayt (PBUT) and their followers is evident, became the Caliph feared that Imam Hadi (PBUH) rise against him. Therefore he bade Imam Hadi (PBUH) to reside near him to
As you might know, the aim of man’s creation according to the divine schools is worshipping and servitude; as we read in the Holy Quran: “I have not created the Jins and Humans except to worship me.”1 But the fact
Keeping death and the afterlife (the Day of Judgment and the world between death and the Day of Judgment(1) ) in mind is one of the best exhortations and most constructive pieces of advice. The saying of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP)
While we face questions on different matters, if we search for answers diligently with taking into account certain principles and rules, we would definitely reach a fair conclusion. During the time, the question of Imamate has been always one of
After the martyrdom of Imam Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (PBUH), Ma’moon moved his central power in Khurasan to Baghdad. He then sent a letter to Imam Muhammad Taqi al-Jawad (PBUH) and summoned him respectfully and honorably acknowledging his knowledge and
Among the theological (1) topics related to divine leadership (Imamate) is the question, how is it possible for a person to become an Imam during his childhood. The question became widely debated and discussed in scientific gatherings after Imam Jawad
We all know about the emphasis made by the Holy Quran and the Household of the Prophet (PBUH&HP) on the minding and respecting the parents. Now the question remains that what is our duty in the case our parents behave
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
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
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
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
Practicing patience, particularly patience and endurance in the loss of a child or close relative is highly rewarded in the hereafter. Allah (SWT) says in the Holy Quran: “…Only the patient will be paid back their reward in full without
The Holy Quran has repeatedly reminded us about helping the poor, and it has taught us that our help should be only for the sake of Allah (SWT). Muslims are told that when giving in charity, they must not follow
On the day of Tasu’a, the army of Shaam completely besieged Imam Hussain (PBUH) and his companions, and they got prepared to start the battle. Abbas (PBUH) realized their intention from the loud noise, so he went to Imam Hussain
One of the important matters regarding the movement of Imam Hussain (PBUH) which has been discussed over and over among the intellectuals as well as ordinary people is the question that “Was Imam Hussain (PBUH) defeated or did he achieve
Having a firm and powerful support in difficulties and problems is a means for standing firm and not fearing the enemies. Tawakkul (reliance on God) is relying on the power of Allah (SWT) and His assistance and help. The Holy
Abd Al-Rahmaan Sullami was teacher of the Holy Quran in Medina and used to teach Quran to kids. Imam Hussain (PBUH) sent one of his children to him to learn the Holy Quran (1). The teacher taught him how to
:Question Why has the issue of the return of the Imams (PBUT) (Raj’ah) not been mentioned clearly by Allah (SWT)? :Answer The return of the Imams (PBUT) to this world, also referred to as Raj’ah, is one of the beliefs
:Question Why do we prostrate on Turbah (earth) in Salat? Although I do understand that the banning of prostration on Turbah is a Bid’ah, an innovation in religion, I am however, requesting a firm answer backed by logic and narrations
:Question What is Taqiyya and where has it derived from? :Answer According to Islam, one’s faith and belief is more valuable than his/her life. There have even been cases in which people sacrificed their lives for their belief. However, it
