Historical Events
Narrate unto them the history (of the men of old), that haply they may take thought.
(7:176 / Pickthall)
Why the Prophet (sawa) lifted Ali (as) on his shoulders.
On the day when Mecca was conquered the Prophet ordered the idols to be broken. The idol “Hubal” was the largest idol in Mecca, a giant stone statue placed on the top of the Ka’bah. [...]
Why Imam Hassan (as) “reconciled” with Mu’awiyah.
Some question the infallibility and decision making of the second Imam (as). This ignorance and doubt shows their likeness with Umar bin Khattab. […]
Why Ali (as) did not harm Aisha
Although the blood of anyone who wages war against the Rightful Caliph and Imam of the time is Halal, and can be killed – or taken captive – we ask the question: why did Ali [...]
This Ummah will betray Ali (as)
Sunni Hadith that explains how the Prophet (sawa) prophesises that the Ummah will betray Ali (as) after his demise. […]
There is no sword except for Dhulfiqaar and there is no Youth (Believer/Hero) except for Ali (as)
The Heroism of Abu Dujana, The Sword of Dhulfiqaar, and Jibreel’s testimony “And I from you both” […]
The Qunoot of Imam al-Ridha (as)
On the anniversary of the birth of Imam al-Ridha (as), we look at an incident found in a reliable hadith, where the Imam (as) made a special supplication in his Qunoot that shook the ground. [...]
The Marriage of Fatima (as)
On the anniversary of the marriage of Ameer al-Mu’mineen and Sayeda Fatima (as), we look at an authentic hadith which describes how these two lights came into union in the Heavens and the Earth: [...]
The Imamate and Prophecy of Imam al-Kadhum (as)
I was with Abi Abdillah, Ja’far bin Muhammad al-Sadiq (as), and a man from the people of Toos entered – and he said: “Oh son of Rasool-Allah, what is [the reward] for the one who [...]
The Hunger Games: The Struggle for Knowledge.
“When knowledge becomes too convenient, it will never settle in the heart.”(1) In these modern times, with the internet, social media, YouTube etc. We are blessed with the accessibility of knowledge at the click of [...]
The Hijab of Sayeda Fatima (as)
One of the most popular hadiths displaying the beautiful hijab of Sayeda Fatima (as) is the incident with the blind man, which is just as much an example for men as it is for women. [...]
The first to pledge allegiance to Abu Bakr
I heard Salman Al-Farsi (ra) saying: ‘When the Rasool Allah (sawa) passed away, and the people did what they did, and Abu Bakr and Umar, and Abu Ubeyda bin Al-Jarrah disputed with the Helpers, they [...]
The first prayer of the Prophet (sawa) and its reasons
Why do we bow down, prostrate, and say things like “Kadhalikullahu Rabi” after Surat Al-Ikhlas? Imam Al-Sadiq (as) explains the first prayer of the Prophet (sawa) in the Heavens in the presence of His Lord. [...]
The bravery of Nusaybah bint Ka‘b al-Māziniyyah (ra)
One of the most righteous and devoted of people to the Prophet (sawa) was a female by the name of Nusaybah bint Ka‘b al-Māziniyyah, also known as Umm Ammaar, may Allah be pleased with her. [...]
The birth of Imam al-Baqir (as)
On the birthday of Imam abu Ja’far Muhammad bin Ali al-Baqir (as) on the 1st of Rajab – we take a look at some reliable narrations in his honour. […]
Poem Of Imam al-Hussain (as) on his way to Karbala
An authentic hadith where a man recites a poem in honour of Imam al-Hussain (as) in the middle of the night, and a response with poetry from Imam Hussain (as) on the way to Karbala: [...]
Our Slogan
It is common to hear a Shi’a to say Ya Ali (as) or Ya Hussain (as) – but rarely do we hear them saying the actual Slogan of the Shi’a’s given to us by our [...]
Muhammad ibn al-Hanafiya’s claim to Imamate
Muhammad ibn al-Hanafiya, the half brother of Imam al-Hussain (as), once stood to claim the imamate after the demise of al-Hussain (as). He disputed with Ali ibn al-Husayn, al-Sajjad (as), for the successorship of Imamate. [...]
Martyrdom of Imam al-Sadiq (as)
It is difficult to speak about the martyrdom of the Imam (as) that has provided us with the majority of our Jurisprudence (Fiqh) and Knowledge through his words. However, his impact and legacy was beyond [...]
Martyrdom of Fatima (as)
There are those amongst the Shias who put a question mark upon the martyrdom of Sayeda Fatima (as) and particularly the details on what happened during the incident of the door. Some claim there is [...]
Martyrdom of Ameer al-Mu’mineen (as)
The Commander of the Faithful (Imam Ali) (s) said, “I stood up and said, ‘O Prophet of God! What are the noblest of the deeds in this month?’ The Prophet (s) said, “O Abul Hassan [...]
Lamentation by Ali (as) at Fatimah’s (sa) graveside
When Fatimah, the daughter of the Prophet, peace be upon him and his progeny, fell ill, she willed to Ali b. Abi Talib, may Allah bless him, to withhold the news of her (death) and [...]
Lady Fatimah (as) on the Day of Judgement
On the anniversary of the martydom of the Lady of Light, Sayeda Fatima (as), we look at the narration speaking about her on the day of Judgement. […]
Jesus (as) – The Humble Teacher
Although Muslims do not celebrate Easter per se, we take this opportunity to remember the humility of Jesus son of Mary, and his love of teaching through parables. […]
Incident of Mubahilah in ‘Sunni’ Books
The event of Mubahila is when the below ayah was revealed and Allah (swt) honoured the ahlulbayt (as) with a great status. Imam Ali (as) was referenced and equated as the “self” of the Messenger [...]
Imam Ali bin al-Hussain (as) and his Camel
On the anniversary of the birth of Imam al-Sajjad (as), we see how his kindness, mercy, and love, led to the mourning of the animals he owned when he had passed away – and also [...]