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Imam Hussain: Seeking Dignity and Crafting Glory
Hussein ibn Ali is the embodiment of true dignity and a perfect model of glory and pride. This holds true for us, who are bound by this materialistic world, as well as for the righteous and truthful in the realm of the spiritual world.…
How Many Wives Did Imam Hassan (AS) Truly Have?
One of the fascinating dimensions to explore in the lives of individuals, especially global figures, is the investigation of the number of their spouses and children, and the quality of their interactions with them.
For this reason,…
The Basis for the Arbaeen Pilgrimage
Query:What is the evidence for the recommendation of visiting Imam Hussain (PBUH) on the day of Arbaeen? Some claim that there's no established basis for the Arbaeen visitation.
Response:Visiting Imam Hussain (PBUH) is firmly…
History and Facts: Where is the Burial Site of Imam Al-Hussain’s Head?
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The final resting place of Imam Hussain's (peace be upon him) head remains one of the most poignant and debated topics in Islamic history. With multiple locations across the Islamic world claiming this honor, each backed by…
Blessings of Visiting Imam Al-Hussein, peace be upon him – Part Two
Indeed, Allah, the Mighty and Majestic, has made the tombs of His saints places where divine mercies descend. These mercies then overflow to all creation, especially to those who seek Allah's favor through His saints. Such tombs are abodes…
Blessings of Visiting Imam Al-Hussein, peace be upon him – Part One
Those who delve into the narratives about the infallible Imams, peace be upon them, which encourage believers to visit Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, will find them abundant. In fact, one might not even find as many regarding the…
Qasim ibn al-Hassan: A Teenager or a Young Man?
Qasim ibn al-Hassan was one of the highly-respected sons of Imam al-Hassan who was present in Karbala and was martyred on the day of Ashura (tenth of Muharram). The date of birth of Qasim ibn al-Hassan has not been recorded in history.…
Arbaeen Mystery: Did Imam Hussain’s Family Return in the Same Year?
The matter of the Arba'een of the Master of Martyrs, Imam Hussain (peace be upon him), and whether his family intended to travel to Karbala after their release from Yazid's captivity, and whether they managed to visit his holy shrine on…
Ruqayyah’s Existence: Fact or Fiction?
Evidence from the narratives of the Day of Ashura and thereafter, as well as historical sources from the seventh century onwards, and the consensus among Shia Muslims clearly demonstrate that Ruqayyah was one of the daughters of Imam…
Some Aspects Of Imam Al-Sajjad’s (‘A) Personality
Credit: Beacons Of Guidance 6: Imam ‘Ali Ibn Al-Husayn Zayn Al-’Abidin (‘A)
1. Imam’s Patience
Imam Al-Sajjad (‘a) was very patient and he always tried to control his anger. Historians have given many examples of his patience:
a.)…
Martyrdom of Imam Zayn Al-Abiden: Imam Ali Ibn Al-Hussain
This is taken from the book: The Life of Imam Zayn al-‘Abidin by Sheik Baqir Sharif al-Qurashi. Click to read the full book.
Imam Zayn al-‘Abidin, peace be on him, became old and weak. This is because he exhausted himself by hard…
Abdullah ibn Abd al-Muttalib: The Noble Father of the Prophet (s)
The father of the Noble Prophet of Islam, Prophet Muhammad (s) was Abdullah, the youngest son of Abd al-Muttalib (at the time of his birth). He was the favorite son of Abd al-Muttalib and the full brother of the great Abu Talib. Abdullah…
Character Analysis of Imam Hussain (AS)
Imam Hussain, peace be upon him, the third Imam of Shiites, the martyr of Karbala, is also known as 'the Avenger of Allah.' His uprising, known as Ashura, was centered on his self-sacrifice and devotion. Imam Hussain transformed human…