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What is the reason for the prophet’s (pbuh) silence during his lifetime regarding the khalifahs?

6986 2009/08/15 Traditional

There are a few points that need to be made in answer to your question:1- After making his call to Islam open in the third year of his prophethood, the prophet ( pbuh ) had announced the caliphate and

Why is it necessary for the imam to be infallible and how can one tell that an imam is infallible or not?

8727 2009/07/19 Traditional

In contrast to the Sunni school of thought, the Shia believe that the imam is equal to the prophet in all matters other than receiving revelation. Therefore, he has to be infallible from sin and mista

Are there hadiths that say when Imam Zaman’s (aj) name is heard, one should stand and put his hand on his head?

23466 2009/07/19 Traditional

The reason for why the Shia do such, can be the following two hadiths:1- In the famous hadith of Di’bil Khoza’i, the poet of the Ahlul-Bayt, it has been mentioned that when he was reciting his famous

Who are the Magi?

13183 2009/07/19 Traditional

The term “Magus” which is used to denote the Zoroastrians in Arabic, derives from “Magoosh” or “Magoo” of the ancient Persian language. ( The word Magic comes from this term ) . After entering the Ara

What does Islam say about Prophet Isa (pbuh) walking on water?

24220 2009/07/19 Traditional

One of the ways for identifying prophets is through miracles; extraordinary actions that can t be taught or learned by normal people that others aren t capable of doing. [ 1 ] Prophet Isa ( pbuh ) had

Is it true that when the Dajjal appears, all his followers are lovers of Uthman?

9268 2009/07/19 Traditional

After analyzing Shia and Sunni sources, one comes to the conclusion that such a hadith with the following wordage: “ان خرج الدجال تبعه من کان یحب عثمان” has only been narrated by Zayd ibn Wahab in the

How does it make sense for the imam’s existence being grace, it he never becomes ruler and caliph of the Muslim nation?

6783 2009/06/22 Traditional

Allah’s ( swt ) wisdom is what calls for Him to appoint imams after the final prophet ( pbuh ) in order to carry on his responsibilities so that the main goal of sending all previous prophets and the

How was the creation of man according to the Quran?

30358 2009/06/22 Traditional

The Quran has explained the creation of man and his origin using different words and phrases. Some verses say that the initial material man comes from is clay. Other verses say it is water, while a th

Suppose someone pretends that he's going to commit suicide just to threaten somebody but actually ends up dying unintentionally, is his death a matter related to decree and destiny or is it his own fault? How is he going to be dealt with in the other world?

10555 2009/06/22 Traditional

A good answer to this question requires a brief explanation of the literal meaning of the following words: qadha ( decree ) , qadar ( destiny ) , taqdir ( predestination/determination ) , and taqdire-

Do all of the prophet’s (pbuh) words and sayings come from revelation?

9964 2009/06/22 Traditional

The experts have different viewpoints on this issue:Taking into consideration verses 3 and 4 of surah Najm [ i ] , some believe that all of the prophet’s sayings and actions originate from revelation.

Please explain the concept of infallibility. Is it possible for anyone besides the infallible imams (as) to be infallible?

11233 2009/06/22 Traditional

In a theological dictionary, one the possesses infallibility would be defined as an infallible. An infallible is one who, by the grace of God, is free from all forms of mistake and error, and does not

Which people will enter paradise?

13826 2009/06/22 Traditional

After analyzing Quranic verses, one can conclude that paradise is a definite vow of Allah ( swt ) and the reward of the pious believers who completely obey the prophet ( pbuh ) . One who possesses the

Why wasn’t Imam Mahdi just born at the time he was to emerge instead of being born a very long time before and waiting till that time?

9111 2009/06/10 Traditional

The answer to this question lies in explaining why the occultation took place, what the awaiting of the Mahdi ( aj ) truly means, and what the benefits and outcomes of having a concealed imam are.It h

Is it possible to establish a relationship with Imam Mahdi (aj)?

13640 2009/06/09 Traditional

When two individuals know nothing about each other, there is no way they can have a relationship, unless at least one of them knows the other sparking a two way knowledge and awareness that will final

What are the benefits of having an "absent" imam in occultation?

7939 2009/05/17 Traditional

Although the existence of an infallible imam entails many benefits, but an imam in occultation also has its own numerous benefits which can be summed up in the following:1- Being the mediator between

Doesn’t the occultation of the twelfth imam undermine the whole concept of "imamate"?

6978 2009/05/06 Traditional

Since the question is vague and general, without specifying which dimension of the concept of imamate the occultation of Imam Mahdi ( aj ) contradicts, we will have to list some of the imam s major re

What does Islam mean?

8867 2009/04/29 Traditional

Islam literally means to submit and surrender to another s will and in the Quran, it to one who is in total submission to Allah ( swt ) and is free from any form of shirk and polytheism. It is on thes

According to which Quranic command do religious minorities living in Islamic countries like Iran, who enforce the law of hijab, have to observe the hijab?

10080 2009/04/21 Modern

This might be a question to many; why do Muslim women have to wear the hijab, and moreover, why do non-Muslims who live in Muslim countries ( who enforce this Islamic ruling such as Iran ) have to obs

Why have the Shia gone astray?

8579 2009/04/20 Traditional

In order to answer this question, a few points need to be made:1- If what you mean by “Shia” are the wrong and unacceptable acts that some Shia do, it is unfair to relate these wrong acts to the entir

Are we allowed to attend the majalis (gatherings) of Imam Hussein (as) at the houses of those muslims who treat Imam Ali (as) as God?

7020 2009/04/06 Traditional

Although holding mourning sessions and gatherings for Imam Husein ( as ) and his companions is a great act that brings one massive blessings and rewards, yet if these gatherings are used to strengthen

How come although all of us gave an oath in the Alame-Arwah, there are still people who have religions other than Islam?

29633 2009/03/14 Traditional

In our religious texts and scriptures, a realm or world by the name of Dharr has been spoken of. There are differences between the scholars regarding what this realm exactly is. Nevertheless, the view

Is the hadith that says: “All the imams are equal to the prophet (pbuh) in rank.” (Al-Kafi, vol.1, pg.270) an authentic one?

10050 2009/03/14 Traditional

Although the fourteen infallibles are all at the pinnacle of perfection and spiritual completion, yet the holy prophet ( pbuh ) of Islam is the highest of them all, possessing advantages and character

What is Islam for?

7741 2009/03/04 Traditional

Religion is a set of beliefs associated with practical and moral principles delivered to humankind by God s messengers, for the guidance of man and his eternal prosperity and salvation.According to re

Can we say “Ya Ali Madad” keeping in mind that Allah (swt) is the one who has given them the power to help us, and can this aid and help be seeked after their martyrdoms and demises?

23362 2009/02/14 Traditional

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Why did Allah (swt) create man, considering that He knew many of them would be bad and end up in the hellfire?

8546 2008/12/31 Traditional

1 ) Punishment from Allah ( swt ) is a result of man willingly disregarding divine guidance and not listening to the call of the outer and inner messengers.2 ) The knowledge of Allah ( swt ) regarding

Why doesn’t Allah (swt) guide the fasiqs (wrongdoers/transgressors)?

14285 2008/11/23 Traditional

Guidance can be divided into the following types:1- Existential ( takwini ) guidance ( guidance that has to do with man’s creation ) , which is the nature embedded in all humans by Allah ( swt ) , cau

What is God’s reason for creating man?

8757 2008/11/22 Traditional

a ) His ability to create called for Him to create.b ) The order of creation is one based on aim and wisdom.c ) The ultimate goal and aim of creating all things, is the emergence of man; the reason be

where did secularism or the belief in the separation of religious and civil affairs emerge from?

7320 2008/11/19 Modern

During the renascence Christian believers came to the realization that their religion, with all the shortcomings it had, could not meet the modern social and political needs; therefore, secularism too

What are the signs of Imam Zaman’s (as) dhuhur (reappearance) and which ones are reliable?

13033 2008/11/17 Traditional

Asking about the “dhuhur” ( reappearance ) of Imam Zaman ( as ) and its signs is very good and desirable, yet one mustn’t get so caught up in this matter to the extent that he/she forgets about the tr

What is meant by the verse: “He (Allah (swt)) guides whosoever he desires, and misguides whosoever he desires.”

19742 2008/11/04 Traditional

It has been proven in theology that man is of free will and Quranic teachings are in no conflict with this fact and actually emphasize this point. Yet since some Quranic verses interpret and explain o

How can one explain how the killing of the Egyptian man by Prophet Musa (pbuh) isn’t in conflict with his infallibility?

17540 2008/11/04 Traditional

All divine prophets, regardless of their different degrees and ranks, are infallible and at the peak of nearness to Allah ( swt ) , and all of them have responsibilities that surpass those of normal p

What is the theological basis of Mahdiism?

7278 2008/10/22 Traditional

The necessity of Allah’s ( swt ) grace, the existence of a khalifatullah and vicegerent of Allah ( swt ) and his protection from any calamities and bad incidents can be counted as a portion of the the

Who is the Dajjal? Can you please give an explanation on him and the hadiths that have mentioned him?

21422 2008/10/21 Traditional

One of the signs of the reappearance of Imam Mahdi ( as ) , is the coming of a creature gone astray that misleads others by the name of “Dajjal”. In Arabic, any liar can be called dajjal. There are ma

What type of religion is “the seal of religions”?

8003 2008/10/12 Modern

The “seal of religions” is the final “mursal” religion. Meaning that after such a religion, it isn t possible for another messenger or religion to be sent.One of the conditions of a religion being the

How can there be a religion that contains all of man’s needs for salvation?

7513 2008/10/12 Modern

The first question that needs to be answered is: Is man truly always experiencing change in his life and is it true that every aspect of his life is usually going through alteration? Or can one say th

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