Iran is marking the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. Although the significance of the revolution is an evolving process that has transcended generations, it is worth looking at why the revolution took place in the first place, one which is still a source of inspiration for many across the …

This paper argues that the mature form of the political doctrine of the Ayatollah Khomeini (1902–89), Iranian Shiite religious authority and architect of the Islamic Republic of Iran, grew out of an encounter with the modern understanding of the state and the concept of....

Imam Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Republic, used to maintain that that the struggle for the Islamic revolution was inspired by Imam Hussain (PBUH) who rose against all types of injustices and tyranny....

In Islamic tradition, the concepts of setting good intentions and striving toward good deeds hold profound significance; this is especially emphasized by the teachings of the Imams of Ahl al-Bayt (pbut). These principles are foundational to the moral and spiritual fabric of a believer’s life, shaping not only individual actions but...

A spiritual transformation took place, a change in attitude. With tenacious resolve, all segments of the population, from small children to older men, from small girls to older women, rose up together obeying the call to “rise up for God, it may be in pairs or it may be singly....

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution described the current Resistance Movement as a manifestation of the Prophet’s mission and a product of the Islamic Revolution in Iran..

The Mab’ath, the commencement of Prophetic mission by Hazrat Muhammad (PBUHH) , is a foundational event in Islamic history, signifying the beginning of divine revelation and the transformation of humanity’s spiritual and societal trajectory. This paper explores the Mab’ath, emphasizing its historical and theological dimensions. It examines the Prophet’s early …

It can be said with certainty that the appointment of Islam's holy Prophet is the most blessed and greatest incident that has happened for the humans in the course of history...

Everything has its tax and the tax of the body is the recommendable fasting. After the acknowledgement of God, the best worship is expecting the Relief. He who supplicates to God before he praises Him and blesses the Prophet (peace be upon him and his family) is as same as throwing an arrow without the existence of a string. He who is certain of the reward will give generously.....

Two Day International Conference on Shiʿi Studies hosted by Leiden University Shiʿi Studies Initiative, in cooperation with the Institute for Arab and Islamic Studies, University of Exeter, and sponsored by The Shiʿa Research Institute and the Jaffer Center for Muslim World Studies.,,