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Who Was the First Person to Burn the Quran?
One of the distressing incidents prevalent in our contemporary world is the burning of the Quran. The motive behind such actions and the individuals responsible for initiating this…
Mubahala: A Memorable Day in Islamic History
The term 'Mubahala' originates from the root word 'Bahl' (patterned on 'Ahl'), which implies releasing and lifting restrictions from something.
Mubahala, in the context of the…
Martyrdom of Maytham al-Tammar
One day, the Commander of the Faithful (PBUH) said to Maytham: “O Maytham! After my death, you will be arrested and hung on the gallows. On the second day, blood will flow from your nose…
Maytham Tammar: The Mirror of Truth and Exemplar of Resistance
The school of Imam Ali (PBUH) was transformative and nurturing. Those who had the capacity for growth and perfection would find life and revitalization in the radiance of the exalted…
Ghadir Khumm: A Defining Moment in Islam
Understanding Ghadir Khumm
Historical Context of Ghadir Khumm
To fully understand the implications of Ghadir Khumm, it's crucial to delve deeper into the historical setting in which…
Eid al-Ghadir: The Best of Celebrations
There's a story that emanates from Ghadir. It's a story as vast and encompassing as the sea itself, reaching out and washing over lands burdened and worn. In the stark heart of the desert,…
Al-Isra and Al-Miraj (the Ascension)
Prophet Muhammad's night journey from Masjid al-Haram to Masjid al-Aqsa is known as Isra. Then the Prophet ascended to the heavens from Masjid al-Aqsa, a journey known as Miraj, meaning…
Battle of Trench
In the year 5 AH, the disbelievers (including Jews) and polytheists formed a strong coalition and decided to launch an attack on the Muslims. This battle came to be known as the Battle of…
Battle of Uhud
Battle of Uhud has been referred to on several occasions. It was the second Battle that took place between the Muslims and the polytheists of Mecca. However, the Muslims lost the battle due…
Battle of Badr
Battle of Badr is a subject that has been touched upon in the Quran. This battle was the first battle that the Muslims fought against the polytheists of Mecca. The Muslims won a decisive…
Hijra
Hijra or Hegira (also spelled Hijrah) is the famous migration of the Prophet (peace be upon him and his progeny) and the Muslims from Mecca to Medina about fourteen years after the…