Historical Events
Narrate unto them the history (of the men of old), that haply they may take thought.
(7:176 / Pickthall)
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. […]
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. […]
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 interpolations of Israelite narrations into the Shīʿite books of exegesis
It is said that some of our great classical exegetes would rely upon the literature of the non-Shīʿa. The likes of al-Ṭuṣi (d. 1067) in al-Tibiyān al-Jāmiʿ liʿUlūm al-Qur’ān and al-Ṭabrasi (d. 1153) in Majmaʿ [...]
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 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. [...]
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
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. […]
Historical Analysis of Hadith al-Manzilah
Many use Hadith al-Manzilah (“You are from me of the status which Haroun (as) had from Musa (as) except that there is no Prophet after me”) to prove the Imamate of Imam Ali (as) – [...]
From Homosexual facing death to Angels crying for him – The Mercy of Allah (swt)
An incredible story of a man who fought his nafs to submit to Allah (swt) and his Imam (as). It resulted in the tears of Imam Ali (as) to flow down his cheeks. [...]
Chest Beating & Shedding Tears – forbidden, permissible, or recommended?
An academic analysis of the discussion surrounding chest beating and shedding tears (al-Laṭum wal-Bukā’) over the likes of Imām al-Ḥussain عليه السلام. Is there any evidences that forbid it? Are there any that encourage it. [...]
Advice from Imam al-Ridha (as) for the month of Muharram
al-Rayyan ibn Shabeeb said: “I went to see Al-Ridha (as) on the first day of the (Arabic) month of Muharram. The Imam (as) said, ‘O Ibn Shabeeb! Are you fasting?’ I answered, ‘No.’ The Imam [...]
Abu Bakr & the Cave (Part 4)
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 Continuing on with 9:40 إِلَّا تَنصُرُوهُ فَقَدْ نَصَرَهُ اللَّهُ إِذْ أَخْرَجَهُ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا ثَانِيَ اثْنَيْنِ إِذْ هُمَا فِي الْغَارِ إِذْ يَقُولُ لِصَاحِبِهِ لَا تَحْزَنْ إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَنَا [...]
Abu Bakr & the Cave (Part 3)
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 4 Continuing on the analysis of Ayah 40 of Surat al-Bara'ah: إِلَّا تَنصُرُوهُ فَقَدْ نَصَرَهُ اللَّهُ إِذْ أَخْرَجَهُ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا ثَانِيَ اثْنَيْنِ إِذْ هُمَا فِي الْغَارِ إِذْ يَقُولُ [...]
Abu Bakr & the Cave (Part 2)
Part 1 | Part 3 | Part 4 We now look at the critical ayah found in Surat al-Bara'ah: إِلَّا تَنصُرُوهُ فَقَدْ نَصَرَهُ اللَّهُ إِذْ أَخْرَجَهُ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا ثَانِيَ اثْنَيْنِ إِذْ هُمَا فِي الْغَارِ إِذْ [...]
Abu Bakr & the Cave (Part 1)
Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Questions are raised about the merit of Abu Bakr and his companionship of the Messenger of Allah (sawa) in the Cave of Thowr during migration, and how [...]