How Exactly Did Imam al-Sajjad Use Dua to Reform Society?
Discover how Imam al-Sajjad used dua to reform society after Karbala, correcting beliefs, reviving morality, and challenging Umayyad rule.
Lady Fatima al-Zahra & the Secret of Abundant Dhikr
Allah commands believers to remember Him abundantly. But that often feels unachievable. Learn how Tasbih of Fatima makes it possible for everyone.
Surviving Ghayba: Imam al-Askari’s Guidance for the Hardest Test of Faith
This Thaqlain Guide is created from Shaykh Mahdi Dadgardoust’s lecture at Jaffari Community Centre (linked here) and is dedicated in memory of Marhumah Batulbai Virani/Hemraj. Join us in preserving more of...
Shias Supporting Palestinians: But Aren’t They Sunnis?
The followers of Ahlulbayt, or Shias as they are commonly referred to, have always stood with the oppressed people of Palestine and helped them in their resistance. However, the ideological...
Repetition in the Quran: Why Allah Reiterates Certain Stories & Statements?
Repetition is generally viewed unfavourably by most people. When a speaker overuses repetition, it can lead to disinterest among the listeners. Similarly, the level of excitement that comes with reading...
A Muslim’s Guide to Celebrating Christmas
For Muslims, Prophet Isa (Jesus) is of great significance. He is considered one of the Ulul-Azm Prophets and of the ones given a Divine Book.
Boycotts and Resisting Oppressors: Where do the Ahlulbayt stand?
Amidst the ongoing Israeli aggression towards the Palestinians, a fatwa from Ayatollah Sistani has re-emerged, opening up another dimension in the conflict. The ruling deems it haram (forbidden) to purchase...
Why Is Imam Mahdi Not Appearing?
Amidst the growing injustice and oppression in the world, many people wonder why Imam Mahdi hasn't reappeared yet. Some point fingers at his followers for being unprepared, while others believe...
Do We Need The Prophet When We Have The Quran?
For most Muslims, there exists an understanding that the Quran and the Sunnah of the Prophet (s) run in parallel. Nevertheless, within some contemporary Muslim communities, divergent beliefs are challenging...
The Heavenly Marriage: Etiquettes to Follow on the Wedding Night
A major part of people’s life revolves around marital relations. Marriage secures and sets aright several aspects of a person’s life. Therefore, it is no wonder that in the narrations...
How to be a Person with Tawfiq – Insights from Imam Sadiq
The concept of Tawfiq is one that is not very clear to most of us. We often say that we do not have enough Tawfiq, or we may ask Allah...
Quran’s Concept of Social Justice
Justice is innate. Everyone wants fair treatment, and everyone appreciates equality. Even the most oppressive tyrant would like to believe that he is just. Thieves may rob people, but they...
Women in Quran: A Reflection of Capable, Independent and Resilient Individuals
In most Islamic societies, women are presented as beings who are incapable in many ways. They're raised as if they’re inherently weak, unable to bear responsibility, constantly in need of...
