Imam Hussain: A Comprehensive Study Introduction Imam Hussain ibn Ali (626-680 CE) is a towering figure in Islamic history, renowned for his steadfast stand against tyranny and his monumental sacrifice at the Battle of Karbala. As the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and the son of Imam Ali and Fatimah al-Zahra, Imam Hussain’s life and legacy are central to both Shia and Sunni traditions. This comprehensive study delves into the multifaceted aspects of Imam Hussain’s life, including his early years, his role in the Islamic community, the events leading to and including the Battle of Karbala, and his enduring legacy.…
Key Events and Important Dates in Shia Islam Shia Muslims observe several important events and dates that are pivotal to their religious calendar and spiritual life. These events commemorate significant moments in Islamic history, particularly those related to the Ahl al-Bayt (the family of Prophet Muhammad). Below are some of the most important events and dates for Shia Muslims: Muharram and Ashura 1. Muharram Significance: The first month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Importance: Marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year. For Shia Muslims, Muharram is a period of mourning to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson…
A Noha (Persian: نوحه, Urdu: نوحہ; translit. nūḥa/nawḥa), when interpreted in light of Shia views, is a lament about the tragedy of Hussain ibn Ali in the Battle of Karbala. Noha has the historical and social milieu of pre-Islamic Arabic and Persian culture. The sub-parts of Marsiya are called Noha and Soaz which means lamentation. It is usually a poem of mourning. Lamentation has a central part in the literature of the followers and devotees of the Ahl al-Bayt. The tradition of elegizing Hussain and the Karbala tragedy is not limited to Arabic speaking poets, poets from different languages…
Truly, you will remain in well-being, while you remain silent. If you start talking, it will be either for you or against you.
MUHAMMAD (saww)
Proving the divine origin of the Quran is a matter of faith, and different individuals may find various aspects of the Quran compelling as evidence. Muslims believe that the Quran is the literal word of Allah as revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Here are some aspects that Muslims often cite as evidence of the divine origin of the Quran: Miraculous Linguistic and Literary Aspects: The Quran is considered a linguistic miracle. Muslims believe that the eloquence, linguistic beauty, and unique style of the Quran are beyond the capability of any human being. The Quran challenges people to…
Friday prayers, also known as Jumu’ah prayers, hold significant importance in Islam. Here are some key aspects highlighting the importance of Friday prayers: Mandate in the Quran: The significance of Friday prayers is emphasized in the Quran. In Surah Al-Jumu’ah (62:9-10), Allah says: “O you who have believed, when [the adhan] is called for the prayer on the day of Jumu’ah [Friday], then proceed to the remembrance of Allah and leave trade. That is better for you, if you only knew.” Weekly Congregational Prayer: Friday prayers are a congregational prayer that Muslims are encouraged to perform in congregation. It is…