Najaf

Najaf (Arabic: اَلـنَّـجَـف‎) or Al-Najaf al-Ashraf (Arabic: النّجف الأشرف‎) is a city in central-south Iraq about 160 km (100 mi) south of Baghdad.

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Burial . Body . Najaf

My father asked to be buried in our village, which we honored, though he had also agreed when we promised to take him instead to Najaf for burial. This was almost two years ago. What should we do as he was buried in a wooden box for later transfer?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 4 months ago

If he agreed to take his body to Najaf for burial, and did not change his will after that, then you should take his body to Najaf for burial because it was his last will.

Wassalam.

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Najaf . Scholars . Hawza

What are the academic requirements for studying at the Hawzah in Najaf? How does the admissions process work, and what can we do if we do not have any connections to scholars in Iraq for assistance?

Studying in the Hawza in Najaf or Qum or Mashhad or other places needs an evidence that you are really keen to study the Islamic studies in the Hawza. Usually you local Islamic scholars should recommend you to any teacher in the Hawza. Your local Aalimi's recommendation is useful to ensure that your intention in joining the Hawza is seeking knowledge for the sake of Allah (SWT).

If you need any assistance to get admission in any Hawza, you can write to [email protected]

Wassalam.

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Najaf . Hawza . Qum

Should I wait until I finish my MBBS degree before starting an online course from Qom or Najaf Hawza, or can I manage both simultaneously?

It depends on your time and abilities many people are able to study more than one course at the same time.Wassalam

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Najaf . Hawza . Karbala

How can I study at the Islamic seminary in Najaf or Karbala?

It is very simple and easy. Just search online or through your local Aalim then travel to Najaf or Karbala and join Hawza studies.

Wassalam.

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Philosophy . Hawza . Najaf

At what point can I study philosophy in the Hawza of Najaf? Can I study it alongside my Muqadimat (introductory level studies), or is there a specific time for it?

Essential Islamic knowledge is which helps you knowing then teaching others the Islamic teachings. Arabic, Quran, Fiqh,, Hadeeth and Logic is to start with. Philosophy comes later after building a strong base of Islamic knowledge.

'Philosophy has many types including Islamic and non Islamic philosophy. You should not waste your time in non Islamic philosophy which does not guide you to Allah, nor help you guiding others to the teachings of Ahlul Bayt (AS).

Your teachers in Hawza should be able to assess your progress in your Islamic studies then guide you when you need to study philosophy.

Wassalam.

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Hawza . Najaf . Arabic

I aspire to join the Hawza in Najaf, but my Arabic skills are not very strong. Although I can read and write, I struggle to comprehend the majority of what I read. Should I work on improving my Arabic proficiency before joining the Hawza?

Improving your Arabic before going to the Hawza in Najaf is very useful so that you can understand the classes in Hawza. You can improve your Arabic in Najaf itself by taking a condensed course in Arabic for few months before starting Hawza studies.

Wassalam.

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Hawza . Najaf . Qum

How does one get admission into the Hawza of Najaf? Is there a website to apply like we do for the Hawza of Qom, or is there another way?

Simply you can contact any scholar or a school in Najaf and get admission in the Hawza in Najaf Ashraf according to your standard of Islamic knowledge then start your course.

'There are websites of schools which be fiund online.

'Wassalam.

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Hawza . Najaf . Arabic

Are there English classes in the Hawza in Najaf? If not, what level of Arabic language understanding is needed to study there? And where can I find information on their courses?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 5 years ago

Bismihi ta'ala

As far as there being an English speaking curriculum, or madarasa is concerned, in Najaf al-Ashraf, I do not think there is such an establishment.

However, I also do not recommend that if you were interested in joining the Hawzah, that you study only in English. It is imperative that a Hawzah student not only learns Arabic, but also masters it. Ultimately, you are going to be working not just with Arabic Hawzah texts, but also the Quran and hadith, and with deeper insight and stronger comprehension.

You will be able to pick up on the language quickly, and learn it like how all other non-Arabs have learnt it.

As for information, I have a FB page where I have put together some sources and material for Hawzah studies. Hopefully it will be of benefit:

https://www.facebook.com/Hawzah-Studies-Resource-Page-1424569624476422/

With prayers for your success.

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Hawza . Najaf . Qum

What are the main differences between the Hawza of Najaf and that of Qom?

The Hawza every where is a gathering of scholars who teach the students the Islamic knowledge. Najaf Ashraf is in Iraq where main language is Arabic and most of the teachings and classes are in Arabic language. In the Holy city of Qum, most of the primary classes are in Persian language.

Wassalam.

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Najaf . Marja' . Taqlid

Who are the four most prominent Maraje' of Taqleed in Najaf? Do we have a concept of one main Marja of Taqleed for the world like the Pope to avoid divisions based on having multiple authorities?

The main four Marja's in Najaf Ashraf are:

1. Aytullah Seestani who is followed by the majority of the Shia Muslims all over the world.

2. Ayatullah Sayyed Mohammad Saeed al-Hakeem.

3. Ayatullah Shaikh Eshaq al-Fayadh.

4. Ayatullah Shaikh Basheer al-Najafi.

The Marja' who is been followed by the majority of the Shia is called ( Al-Marja al-A'la) ( The highest Marja).

We have a system of our religious leadership based on highest degree of knowledge and piousness, which is quite different from Vatican.

Wassalam.

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Hajj . Najaf . Battle of Karbala . Umrah . Ziyarat . Arba'een

I have done Hajj and also visited Najaf and Karbala once. Is it more meritorious now to visit Karbala on Arbaeen or to perform Hajj or Umra again?

Sayed Mohammad Saleh Qazwini, Sayed Mohammad Saleh Qazwini has a BA from the University of Michigan and an MA from Wayne State University. He is a graduate of the Islamic Seminary of Qom, Iran. Answered 6 years ago

We should not conflate the reward of the Ziyaras or Hajj. Performing one does not mean we should not perform the other. Hajj has its specific times and the Ziyara of Imam Hussayn has a specific time. If you can afford to perform both, that would be great. Keep in mind, those who perform Hajj will also have the opportunity to visit RasulAllah, FatimaZahra, and the Imams in Baqee'.

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Najaf . Battle of Karbala . Sawm (Fasting) . Taqlid

Is it okay for a follower of Ayatullah Shirazi to open the fast according to the nearest Arab city, such as Najaf or Karbala, if one would otherwise have to fast for more that 19 hours?

It is not allowed to break the fast before the start of the night as we read in Quran (ثم أتموا الصيام إلى الليل ) (And complete fasting till night). This is the Quranic order which can never be challenged. This is for all people who have day and night in 24 hours.

If you live in a place where there is no day and night in 24 hours, then you need to either leave the place to another place where there is day and night in every 24 hours or to follow the timings of Salah of the nearest place to you. There is question at all to follow the timings of places which very far away from your place like Makkah, Madina, Najaf, Karbala etc.