Ayatollah Sayyid ʿAlī Qāḍī Ṭabāṭabā’ī, a towering figure in Islamic mysticism, often emphasised the power of niyyah (intention) in determining the success of a believer’s deeds. One of the stories from his life beautifully illustrates this principle...
Read More »How Islam Supports Your Mental Health
Mental health is a vital aspect of our overall well-being, yet it remains stigmatized in many Muslim communities. Conversations around anxiety, depression, or mental illness are often avoided, cultivating a general attitude of “don’t talk about our problems.” This often leaves those who are struggling feeling isolated or invalidated....
Read More »World Day for Cultural Diversity: An Islamic Perspective
May 21st marks the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, a vital occasion established by UNESCO to honor the rich tapestry of global cultures and to underscore the indispensable role of intercultural dialogue in building bridges toward peace and sustainable progress....
Read More »Ayatollah Sistani and Ayatollah Jawadi Amoli Discuss Quranic Scholarship
Iran’s Grand Ayatollah Jawadi Amoli met with Iraq’s top Shia authority, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, on Monday in the Iraqi holy city of Najaf and discussed their scholarly works as well as relations between the two countries....
Read More »Sacred Institution of the Family Based on Islam
On the International Day of Families, we take a moment to reflect on the central role of the family in nurturing individuals and preserving the moral and spiritual fabric of society. In Islam, the family is not merely a social unit—it is a sacred institution, divinely ordained and sustained by God’s mercy and wisdom....
Read More »A Story of Women’s Resilience amid Ruins: Gaza, a Scene of Tears, Blood, and Hope
The women of Gaza are victims of injustice, but they are not broken, not forgotten, and not powerless. In the heart of darkness, they are the lanterns of light. Though their eyes hold tears, these are not tears of surrender. These tears are rooted in love for life, in faith in God, and in a will to build the future....
Read More »Role of the Qur’an in Imam Riḍa’s Life
Imam Rida’s strong love for the holy book, Qur’an, made him benefit from it first in his personal life. Neither time nor place, neither the day nor the night adversely affected this practice....
Read More »Ayatollah Khamenei’s Message to the 100th Anniversary of Reestablishment of Hawza Ilmiyyah
In a message to the international conference marking the 100th anniversary of the reestablishment of the Islamic Seminary of Qom, Grand Ayatollah Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, outlined the various elements and functions of the Hawza....
Read More »Hajj, Best Opportunity for Uniting of Muslim Ummah from Gaza to Yemen
Leader of the Islamic Revolution of Iran Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei says it is imperative on Muslim countries to unite and prevent tribulations similar to what is befalling on Gazans and the people of Yemen....
Read More »The Radiant Legacy of Lady Fatimah Masumah (sa)
Some lives shine beyond the pages of history, becoming spiritual beacons that illuminate hearts across generations. Lady Fatimah Masumah (sa) was definitely one of these individuals, a woman whose life of devotion, migration, and scholarship made her a revered figure...
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