• Cadence
    • Listen to another very beautiful song by Sami Yusuf.
    • Parvin Etesami, The Eloquent Lady
    • Parvin Etesami in Her Own Words, Parvins poem on Ants, Parvin and Bahar on Sizdah Bedar, The Solitary Girl, Parvin’s First Poem, Parvin: Sweetest Day of My Life, Parvin Etesami: The Sapling of Aspiration, …
    • Imam Ali: Voice of Justice
    • Generally there are two approaches to politics: politics minus ethics, which is also known as Machiavellian politics; and ethical politics which is Islamic in which ...
    • Rights of the People Defeated in War
    • Many sublime concepts existed in Islam since its advent. These concepts include the human rights, human dignity, freedom, social equity, legitimate right of security and defense, social security, ...
    • Human Rights in Islam: Fair Treatment of Enemy
    • In the Battle of Jamal, when the people of Basra were defeated and escaped away, the soldiers of Islam followed them. Amidst the fight and flee a pregnant woman from Basra was struggling hard to escape. She fell on the ground and ...
    • Fair Treatment of Enemy in Alavi Teachings
    • After the Battle of Jamal and the escape of the people of Basra, Imam Ali (A.S) granted general amnesty while in all wars of those days, the victorious commanders considered ...
    • Imam Ali’s Rules in Fighting Enemies
    • Some of these rights are related to observing the rights of the enemy. In this regard, Imam Ali (A.S) instructed his soldiers to observe the following recommendations before any war with the enemies: ...
    • From Alavi Human Rights to Western Human Rights
    • For those even with limited information about Islam and Islamic history it is clear that “human rights” in view of Islam is not merely a passive and comparative issue. Today, we are not starting a discussion to present a ...
    • Martyr Kharrazi in the Words of Martyr Avini
    • As you cross the channel connecting the enemy’s trenches to each other, you will get to “the Commander,” the flag-bearer. You could recognize him by his empty right sleeve. What am I saying? His delicate face and pleasant laughter are ...
    • A Few Recollections of Martyr Kharrazi
    • Two days before he was martyred, Hussein said: “I have completely prepared myself for martyrdom.” Upon being informed that the car delivering food for the troops had been struck by the enemy’s bullets, he, who had a ...
    • The Wills of Martyr Kharrazi
    • I plead to the people to support the Leader under all circumstances. The way of our martyrs is the way of righteousness; I beg them to forgive me and intercede for me on the Judgment Day and I beseech God to ...
    • The Words and Will of Martyr Kharrazi
    • We are the soldiers of Imam Hussein (PBUH), so we have to fight like Imam Hussein (PBUH) did. If we are to visit Imam Hussein’s shrine, we must prayer: ...
    • Words of the Leader on Martyr Kharrazi
    • The great commander of Islam, the flag-bearer of holy war and martyrdom, the martyr brother, Haj Hussein Kharrazi, has left us to reunite with Allah Almighty. He journeys to the vast firmament of martyrdom and will be ...
    • A Short Biography of Martyr Hossain Kharrazi:(Part 1)
    • On a Muharram Friday, in 1957, Hussein Kharrazi was born in one of Isfahan’s poor neighborhoods, “Kooy-e Kalem.” Intelligence and courteousness were his striking traits in his childhood and it was in this very period of his life that he would follow ...
    • Martyrdom of Abbas Babaei
    • Since Babaei was very efficient, competent and committed to his responsibilities during his services in Isfahan Air Base, he was given a promotion and was assigned the rank of colonel on November 30, 1983. He became the ...
    • How Do We Eat?
    • But is it just about the food? When we are concerned about our eating habits and diet plans, it usually has to do with what we should consume, in which proportions, whether or not our bodys nutritional needs are being met, etc. Whilst this is indeed ...
    • Perfection: Enemy of Progress?
    • Shaitan is one tricky dude. He whispers in our ear to finish watching this TV show and do our prayers after its over. He goads us to say things about people behind their backs. He and his minions will do the ...
    • Tawassul - Seeking a Way unto Allah (Part 6)
    • Ibn Taymiyyah, despite his extreme and biased approach for prohibiting tawassul, has admitted, this is a controversial issue and to accuse of heresy those who make tawassul is haram and is a sinful act, since ...
    • Requirements of Love for Ahl-ul-Bayt (Part 2)
    • It is noteworthy that man’s love for Ahl-ul-Bayt will lead to their love for him too. Even if love for Ahl-ul-Bayt has no other blessing, it will cause their love for him. So which asset is more valuable than this? Imam Sadiq (A.S) has reported: ...
    • Babaei as Commander of the Air Base
    • When the modern aircrafts F-14 were purchased by the Air Force, Babaei, who was among the intelligent and skillful pilots who used to fly with F-5 fighter jets and some other pilots were chosen to fly with the F-14 fighter jets. So he was transferred ...
    • Requirements of Love for Ahl-ul-Bayt (Part 1)
    • Ahl-ul-Bayt are not in need of superficial love; rather, they require love which has its medium with it so as to reveal its amazing signs. Here are some requirements of the love for Ahl-ul-Bayt: ...
    • Signs of Love for Ahl-ul-Bayt
    • Love for Ahl-ul-Bayt is not only a sign of Allah’s love for man but it is also a sign of other truths as follow: First: Based on several narrations, love for Ahl-ul-Bayt is a ...
    • Instructions to tax collectors by Imam Ali (A.S)
    • Move with fear of God who is unique. On your way, do not frighten any Muslim, do not enter his land by force and do not ask him for what is prescribed by the divine law. When you reach a village, settle by the ...
    • Qale No-Kharaqan village in Semnan Province
    • The mausoleum of a well-known learned scholar of the 4th and 5th lunar Hijri centuries, namely Sheikh Abol-Hassan Kharaqani provides the proof of this villages historical background. The village has been chosen by ...
    • The Value of Certainty
    • Certainty or conviction is a valuable capital which is given to only few people. Anybody possessing this enjoys great prosperity. Imam Reza (A.S) has stated: ...
    • The Importance of Congregation Prayer (Jamaat Namaaz)
    • Salat al-Jamaatat means praying in congregation, with one person leading. The Person who leads is called the Imam, while those who follow him are called the Mamum or Mamumin (plural). As for the daily prayers, the minimum amount of people needed is ...
    • Tawassul - Seeking a Way unto Allah (Part 3)
    • In the opinion of Taqi al-Din Ibn Taymiyyah and later Hanbali scholars tawassul to the person of the Prophet (PBUH) himself is not permissible. Tawassul has three concepts, of which two are ...
    • Love of Ahl-ul-Bayt is needed for ones happiness
    • We who are strongly in need of Allah’s mercy, favor and special attention must choose a path the final stage of which is Allah’s pleasure hence Paradise. In order to win Allah’s favor, we need mediation to find the truth. Based on Qur’anic verses, this ..
    • Disadvantages of Stinginess
    • Stinginess stands for the abstention from giving in situations of generosity. It is the opposite of generosity and among the mean features that cause humility, hatred, and disgrace. Islam has censured and warned the Muslims strongly against ...
    • Keeping Kids Safe in the Kitchen
    • Keeping your little ones safe is a parent’s first priority. Your kitchen is one of the most comforting rooms in the house but it can also present hazards to children. Just about every item you use to prepare food is ...
    • Muhammad Lovers protest outside French embassy
    • Thousands of Iranian people from all walks of life gathered outside French embassy in Tehran to protest desecration of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) by French satire magazine Charlie Hebdo. Iranian protesting university students called ...
    • No Prophet Would Come After Him
    • When Allah made Muhammad (PBUH) Prophet, He designated him as the Last Prophet. For this reason, from the very beginning of his mission! The Prophet of Allah told the people that he was the last of the prophets, and that ...