Viewpoints

For several years, the issue of hijab and its legal status for Iranian women has been a constant topic in political, intellectual, and human rights circles connected to Iran....

Within that community, though, is a prism of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Some of Colombia’s Muslims reflect a rich history of migration to the region. Others are converts....

When people think of Shiism, they think of the Middle East: they think of Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon, and to a smaller degree, Pakistan and India. In other words, this is Eastern Shiism: the Shiism that is rooted in the Mashriq or the Middle East....

The holy month of Ramadan revives deep-rooted rituals that connect faith, popular culture and social life, offering strong potential for cultural narration and ritual tourism development....

The word “Ramadan” in Arabic means the scorching heat of the sun. It has been narrated from the Holy Prophet (PBUH) that this month is named Ramadan because it burns away sins and purifies the hearts from impurities....

With over 250 Qur'anic verses and approximately 6000 narrations in Islamic teachings, the subject of Imam al-Mahdi, alayhi as-salam, is crucial in the life of Muslims. The belief in him and his return, brings forth a great sense of hope and anticipation for a better world, filled with justice and righteousness....

It is well known that a person who misses a fast from the month of Ramadan is required to make it up. In addition, sometimes such cases require offering a fidyah and/or a kaffarah as well....

Vice chairman of the Lebanon's Supreme Islamic Shia Council has warned that any harm to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei would be considered a declaration of war against Shias worldwide....

In terms of her political engagement, Lady Zeinab (pbuh) played a significant historical role in saving the religion of Islam from deviation and destruction. After the tragic battle and martyrdom of Imam Hussain (pbuh) and his companions, including seventeen dear members of Lady Zeinab’s family, the noble women and children of the Hussain’s family and his companions were taken captive by Yazid’s army....

Lady Zeinab represents a multi-dimensional personality: she is wise and well-educated with great knowledge; a distinguished person; anyone who meets her, feels humble before the greatness of her wise soul and her insight....