Effects 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…
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…
Anger in Islam
Anger is a psychological state that Allah has instilled in humans. It serves as a mechanism to protect oneself and defend personal interests, contributing to the preservation of humankind.…
The Hereafter in the Quran: The Final Destination of Man
The hereafter is the world beyond this worldly life that people will go to after they have been brought to account on the Day of Judgment. The hereafter is life either in paradise or hell.…
Pornography in Islam: Understanding Its Ill Effects
Since high-speed internet came around, the world has changed a lot, with good and bad things happening. Many things have become easier to do. You can pay bills, shop online, transfer money,…
Islamic Medicine: A Brief Introduction to the General Principles
Prophet Muhammad (s) and his successors, the twelve Imams (a), were the most knowledgeable people of their time. Their knowledge came straight from Allah. They knew many sciences including…
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…
Paradise in the Quran
What is the ultimate destination that everyone hopes to reach? Is there a place where one experiences no pain, sadness, anxiety, fear, or suffering? Who is able to go to that place? In this…
Semen Retention in Islam: The Art of Preserving One’s Life Force
The practice of semen retention has recently gained ground among the male population. Semen retention is preserving one’s semen by not deliberately ejaculating when awake, and taking…
Houris in the Quran: The Lovely Big-Eyed Maidens of Paradise
One of the interesting subjects that many people would like to discuss and learn about is the subject of houris in the Quran. Houris are the heavenly maidens that live in paradise and are…
The Five Great Prophets of Allah in the Quran
Allah sent five prophets to the world who were the best of the best. These five prophets had certain characteristics that distinguished them from the other prophets of Allah. These prophets…
Seven Verses From the Quran Concerning Raising Children
Our children are our entire future. They will be holding God’s message and our Islamic heritage. It’s easy to see why the proper raising of our children should be centric in our daily…
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.…