Imam al-Baqir (a): The Splitter of Knowledge
Imam Muhammad ibn ‘Ali al-Baqir (a) is the fifth Twelver, Shiite Imam known for his vast knowledge of Islamic sciences and teachings. He is known as "Baqir al-Ulum" or "the splitter of…
The Birth of Fatima: The Mistress of the Women of the Worlds
Fatima al-Zahra, also known as Fatima bint Muhammad, was the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and his wife Khadija, peace be upon them. The birth of Fatima is on 20th day of the Islamic…
The Faithful Lady: Umm al-Banin
The mother of Abul Fadl al-Abbas was a highly dignified woman named Fatima bint Hizam. She became known as Umm al-Banin, meaning the mother of the sons at her own request. She did not want…
The Legacy of Jafar ibn Abi Talib (Al-Tayyar)
Jafar ibn Abi Talib, also known as Jafar al-Tayyar, was a prominent figure in early Islam and is remembered for his intelligence, knowledge, bravery, and leadership skills. He was the son…
Is Pork Haram? Islam’s View on Pork Consumption
What is Islam's take on the consumption of pork? Is eating the flesh of swine permissible in Islam? Islam has prohibited the consumption of pork, as stated in the Quran. Is there any reason…
The Martyrdom of Lady Fatima al-Zahra (a)
The beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad (s), Lady Fatima al-Zahra (a), was martyred on Jumada al-Thani 3, 11 AH. In this article on Islam4u, we will look deeper into the martyrdom of this…
Is Masturbation Permissible in Islam? Ways to Break This Habit
Many people ask the question, “Is masturbation good or bad?” "Is it halal or haram?" Masturbation, meaning sexual gratification of oneself, is becoming an unfortunate habit in the world…
The Historic Fadak Sermon of Fatima
It is quoted in the book al-Ihtijaj of Shaykh al-Tabarsi from ʿAbdullah b. Hasan who relates from his fore-fathers that when Sayyidah Fatima al-Zahra was informed that Abu Bakr had…
Who Is Fatima al-Zahra, Peace Be Upon Her?
Lady Fatima al-Zahra, peace be upon her, the daughter of the Messenger, Muhammad, may Allah's prayers be upon him and his family and his beloved, whom God Almighty singled her out for…
Lady Zainab’s Character
Lady Zainab (a) was the honorable and respected daughter of Imam Ali (a) and Lady Fatima (a), the granddaughter of the Noble Prophet, Muhammad (s), and the sister of the two Imams al-Hassan…
Autopsy in Islam
Autopsy, also known as a post-mortem examination, is the dissection of the human body to find out the cause of death or for educational purposes. In this article on Islam4u, we will explore…
Abortion in Islam: Does Islam Prohibit It?
"Does Islam allow abortion?" Many ask this question and wonder whether Islam allows it or not. In this article on Islam4u, we will look into this controversial topic in detail.
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Imam al-Hassan al-Askari’s (a) Words of Wisdom
Imam al-Hassan al-Askari (a) was born on the eighth of Rabi‘ al-Thani, 232 AH. He, like his father, forefathers, and son, was a highly virtuous man. The fact that he was worthy of becoming…