How and why did the name of Imam Ali, peace be upon him, make its way into the Adhan which the Shia recite? This article explores some areas behind his topic. Download this article in PDF HERE.
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Where is Bayt al-Maqdas and what is Masjid al-Aqṣā?
Where is Jerusalem – known in Arabic as Bayt al-Maqdas (also pronounced Bayt al-Muqaddas); and what is the Furthest Mosque – known in Arabic as Masjid al-Aqṣā? Click HERE to download the PDF
Read MorePluralism and Its Various Spheres
The belief in multiple straight paths, in the interpretation of pluralism, in that there are many different truths (ḥaqāʾiq) on one issue is by no means acceptable. According to the interpretation of pluralism and the existence of a single truth and the inaccessibility of human beings to it, the assumption of multiple straight paths to God is also wholly false – however it can be accepted only in very limited areas, as the Muslim commentators have referred to it in their books that this is in the meaning of more…
Read MoreHow to Conclude the Recitation of the Noble Qur’an
What is the ruling on concluding the recitation of the Noble Qur’an by saying, Indeed Allah, the Greatest, has spoken the truth (صَدَقَ اللّٰهُ الْعَظِيمُ)? In addition, why is there a difference in this phrase in what the Shīʿa and the Sunnī say when completing the recitation of the Noble Qur’an? CLICK HERE TO READ THIS IN PDF
Read MoreA Reconciliation of Divine Blessings and Divine Punishment
How can the verses of the Quran and the aḥādīth which speak about the Divine Blessings and Divine Tribulations be reconciled? In some of the a ḥadīth, [a general theme] has been stated that: “أَلْبَلاَءُ لِلْوِلاَءِ” – meaning that tribulations will inevitably come upon those who have a firm allegiance (to Allāh, the Prophet and the Ahlul Bayt). In addition to this, it has been narrated that Imam ʿAlī said: “Tribulations reach our followers quicker than floods reach the valleys.”[1] [1] Biḥār al-Anwār, v. 67, p. 239.
Read MoreWorship: Individually or Collectively?
Should we be reciting supplications [duʿās] in a communal setting or individually? Which of these two methods of reciting supplications has more importance attached to it [in Islam]? Read this article to find out method of supplicating is best in the faith of Islam. DOWNLOAD THIS ARTICLE IN PDF HERE
Read MorePeople born out of wedlock in Islam – Why restrictions on certain aspects of their religious practices?
From the logical (ʿaqlī) and Islamic legal (sharʿī) perspective, why is it that children born out of wedlock (illegitimate children), despite the fact that they may be good people, are not allowed to lead congregational (jamāʿat) prayers? Is there any basis to this in the Quran or the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and his successors? If so, what are they and if not, why does this ruling even exist? DOWNLOAD THE ARTICLE IN PDF HERE
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Are Iblis and Shaytan (Satan) the same individual?
Are Iblis and Shaytan (Satan) the same individual? Read this article to find out more – read the article below or CLICK HERE to download in PDF.
Read MoreThe 9th of Rabi al-Awwal
Originally found at: http://www.islamquest.net/en/archive/question/en21745 Summary of question Is it true that Imam Hussein’s assassin was killed on the ninth of Rabi’ul Awwal and his head was sent to Imam Sajjad (a.s.)? Question What is the historical importance or significance of 9th of Rabi\’ul Awwal? It is said that this was the day when killers of Imam Hussein (a.s.) were killed by Ameer Mukhtar and a letter was sent to Imam Zainul Abideen causing him to smile and so on? Concise answer The 9th of Rabi’ul Awwal can be studied from…
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