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Under this title or leading the following may be said; A. the disappearance of the Imam was an event of most importance. Shias became upset and much disappointed they were uncertain as to what would happen politically, religiously and socially. It’s ...

Under this title or leading the following may be s...

About the creation of the Imams and the Prophets, that is, how they were created or the nature of their creation. Shias are not different with others in its conception or conviction. About the creation of the Prophet (SAW), the Sunni sect has a great...

About the creation of the Imams and the Prophets, ...

It is not bad to give a summary about the event of Mahdi’s birth. The birth of Mahdi the son of Imam Hasan Askari is recorded by historians as being a simple event. However the birth is surrounded by some strange signs. The writer is not willing to s...

It is not bad to give a summary about the event of...

In our article “JILA AL-BASAR LE MAN YATAWALLA AL-AIYEMME AL-ISNAESHAR” (glisten of sight to one who yields to the twelve Imams) we have dealt over this subject. The traditions that indicate that there are thirteen Imams are not authentic ones. The n...

In our article “JILA AL-BASAR LE MAN YATAWALLA AL-...

Regarding the Imam after the martyrdom of Imam Hasan Askari a man by the name of NOU BAKHATI had written a book under the title “HREQ AL-SHIA” (sects of Shia). This man says strange things never heard before nor will be heard anymore. A few examples ...

Regarding the Imam after the martyrdom of Imam Has...

Imam Hasan (AS) and Imam Hussain (AS) were two brothers and at the same time Imams. In that period and age both were Imams one obeyed the other; the younger brother obeyed his elder, as he became Imam. Imam Hasan (AS) actually held the political auth...

Imam Hasan (AS) and Imam Hussain (AS) were two bro...

Belief in a redeemer is not merely a Shia belief which was rendered advantageous to Bani Abbas as well. As the Sunni school of thought emerged, they held on to this belief which at times was to their interest. This belief of a redeemer was that of al...

Belief in a redeemer is not merely a Shia belief w...

The atrocities of Bani Abbas towards the progeny of Ali and the sons of Imam Jafer Sadiq had created unrest and confusion as well as the problem of succession to Imam Hasan Askari (260, 874 AD). At Samerra there rendered elements and factors, which a...

The atrocities of Bani Abbas towards the progeny o...

The difference in the date of birth of the twelfth Imam is of very little vaniance comparing to that of the other Imams. Some narrations say the date of Mehdi’s birth is at parity with the number of letters in the word NOOR that is light according to...

The difference in the date of birth of the twelfth...

As the writer takes rest he enjoys the relief which is in his conclusion that the fundamental of Imamate and its doctrine is at congruity with the birth of Shiasm of Imamia then its growth into a belief full of exaggeration, and from a belief to a ro...

As the writer takes rest he enjoys the relief whic...

As far as religious footings are concerned there cannot be any similarity between a Shia and a Sunni. The religious understanding can not be a platform common to both. “Argue them with that which is good”; is the beacon that the Shia follows in their...

As far as religious footings are concerned there c...

The Shia ideology was always smooth and practicable. Imamate being the base, and the fundamental of this base being that in a Muslim Society, leadership should be in the hands of one who should succeed the Prophet. The Prophet’s successor, should be ...

The Shia ideology was always smooth and practicabl...

Q:The days of Imam Sadiq the leadership split into two - that of terrestrial and the other of spiritual.Is it true or not? A: Each one separated from the other. Shias have never thought nor did they ever consider that the Imams should not possess a w...

Q:The days of Imam Sadiq the leadership split into...

The activities of all Imams are one and the same. According to their circumstances and the demand of that particular time they acted accordingly. So we can not frame them in the terms presently known to us such as ‘radicals’, ‘liberals’, ‘exteremists...

The activities of all Imams are one and the same. ...

Sometimes even among Shia people have emerged to damage. Their ignorance acquits them of their mischief but can not prevent its effects that remain. They knew nothing about the status of an Imam. Since they knew nothing, to have them comment on the s...

Sometimes even among Shia people have emerged to d...

The prime factor for the disappointment of the Shia was the lack of a uniform or coherent ideology; and this continued to be so till the time of the great Imam of the Shias, Jafer al-Sadiq. This is what the writer says. We do not know what he actuall...

The prime factor for the disappointment of the Shi...

When it comes to leafy greens you get a green light to eat as much as you want — that's how good they are for you! As a general rule, you should aim to eat at least five servings of vegetables daily (that’s about 2 1/2 cups of cooked vegetables), an...

When it comes to leafy greens you get a green ligh...

Using herbs, spices, and other seasonings will help flavor your food without adding extra sodium, calories, sugar, or fat. There are many alternatives to salt when it comes to flavoring your food. I am a big fan of experimenting with herbs, unsalted...

Using herbs, spices, and other seasonings will hel...

Fruit juices may seem like nutritious sources of vitamins and minerals, but they are super-concentrated in naturally occurring sugar. And commercial vegetable juices, for that matter, are often high in sodium — making them less healthy than you'd thi...

Fruit juices may seem like nutritious sources of v...

Honeydew Melon Honeydew melon is the sweetest and most delicious when it is in season in the summer. Honeydew, like other melons, has a high water content, making it a great choice for people who are trying to lose weight. It is also a very good sour...

Honeydew Melon Honeydew melon is the sweetest and ...

Fruits are "juicy foods" that are made up of at least 75 percent water. But all that water doesn't crowd out their vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. Fruit is a high-quality carbohydrate that is rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, an...

Fruits are "juicy foods" that are made up of at le...