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The struggle for justice and the resistance against oppression are foundational values in Islamic teachings. The hadith from the Ahl al-Bayt (pbut), who faced political and social obstacles during their respective times, provide profound insights into resisting injustice today....

‘What is an Imam?’ is a workshop organised by the ERC Horizon STG Project ‘Embodied Imamate: Mapping the Development of the Early Shiʿi Community 700-900 CE’...

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei says, the resistance martyrs, the Leader said, bestowed upon Islam dignity and honor in addition to strength and power. ...

Zaynab is one of the granddaughters of the noble Prophet of God through his only surviving child, Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (PBUH).  According to several hadiths, the Prophet (peace be upon him and his family) named her Zaynab. The word “Zaynab”, literally means “a scenic tree with a beautiful fragrance”. It is also a compound of two words “zayn” (adornment) and “ab” (father), meaning the adornment of the father....

Institute for Scientific and Engineering Researchis delighted to welcome you to the International Conference on Islamic Banking, Finance and Commerce (ICIBFC-24) at Abuja, Nigeria on 11th - 12th December 2024....

Existence of divisions, or “sects” in Islam is supported by Islamic doxographical literature and summarised in well-known hadith according to which Muslims will be divided into 73 sects, only one of which will attain salvation. To some extent, this “sectarian” approach is reflected in modern scholarship, where “Shi’i Studies”, “Sufi Studies”, etc. are sometimes defined as...

The present study, focusing on the Ḥimṣī Rāzī family, which flourished in Iran during the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, showcases what can be achieved by gathering and piecing together relevant paratextual material that is preserved in manuscripts, providing insights into the scholarly profiles of its members....

In Islamic teachings, extending kindness, protection, and assistance to those in need is not only a humanitarian obligation but also a divine commandment deeply rooted in the Quran and the traditions of the Ahl al-Bayt (p)....

In a time of exceptional complexities, where the risk of being subjected to misinformation in the global media is prevalent, it is important to find trustworthy resources to attain true understanding. This booklet was written to clarify misinformation about the principles and goals of Twelver Shia Muslims....

Ghusl is a ritual washing performed to attain spiritual cleanliness and physical purity. This full-body purification can become necessary for engaging in various acts of worship. The need for ghusl arises at specific times: after menstrual periods, marital intimacy, and childbirth. It is also recommended on Fridays, Eids, and before entering Mecca and....