Imam Muhammad ibn Ali al-Jawad (a)
Imam Muhammad ibn Ali al-Taqi al-Jawad (a) was a prominent figure in Islamic history and the ninth Imam in the line of Shia Imams. Born in the city of Medina on Rajab 10, 195 AH, he was a…
Adoration of the World – Love of Dunya
Imam al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) said, "He who wakes up and goes to bed with the world as his greatest concern, Allah will make poverty prevail in his eyes and scatter his affairs. He will…
Imam al-Hadi al-Naqi (a): The Pure Guide
Imam Ali ibn Muhammad al-Hadi al-Naqi (a) is the tenth Twelver Shiite Imam. Imams are the spiritual and political successors of Prophet Muhammad (s). Imam al-Hadi (a) was the chosen leader…
Unlocking the Secrets of Rajab: A Month of Blessings and Reflection
Rajab is the seventh month of the Islamic calendar. It is considered one of the four sacred months in Islam, during which warfare and fighting are prohibited. Rajab is also a time for…
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…