Surah Ahqaf: The Sand Field
Surah Ahqaf is the first surah in juz 26 of the Quran. It is the 46th surah and was revealed in Mecca. Ahqaf, which means sand field, is a reference to the land of the people of ‘Ad. In…
The Qualities of the Companions of Imam al-Hussain
We can extract a set of traits of guardianship, which we ought to strive to embody, through studying the life narratives of some of the great believers and allies. These noble individuals…
How to Teach Children Not to Lie
It seems like a joke at first, but it can soon become the source of many problems. From where does the tendency to lie originate? Probably in one’s childhood. So the real question is, how…
Journey of Faith: Tracing Imam al-Hussain’s Path from Mecca to Karbala
Understanding any event is intrinsically linked to knowing its historical details and issues. The journey of Imam al-Hussain's (AS) caravan towards Karbala and the Ashura event also…
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…
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…
The Special Edition: Lessons of Ashura
After the passing of the esteemed Prophet of Islam (PBUH), the distancing from the Prophet's successor, the separation of the Quran from the Prophet's lineage, a shift towards materialism,…
The Future of Humanity in the Holy Bible, the Noble Quran, and Narrations
The future of humanity and the prophecy of a universal reformer in the end times is a topic that all religions and different sects have raised and given hope to the emergence of one who…
The Verse of Wilayah (Guardianship)
The 24th of Dhu al-Hijjah revives one of the most beautiful memories in Islamic culture; a day when Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (Peace Be Upon Him), in an act of selfless charity, gave his ring…
The Anniversary of the Revelation of Surah Al-Insan and Family Day
Surah "Hal Ata" (also known as al-Insan or al-Dahr), was revealed on Dhu al-Hijjah 25. According to hadiths transmitted by Shia and Sunni, Surah Hal Ata was revealed in praise and honor of…