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This text provides an insightful exploration into the origin and beliefs of the Shi’a, offering a comprehensive analysis of their faith and historical significance.  From the views of scholars to political activities, it delves into the fascinating discourse surrounding Shi’ism. Through literary works and historical journeys, it sheds light on the challenges and aspirations of the Shi’a community, aiming to foster unity among Muslims.  With a critical review of the past and a focus on key figures and principles, this book addresses misconceptions and prompts a deeper understanding of Shi’a faith and its place within Islam

This text presents an examination of marriage from an Islamic perspective, covering topics such as its alignment with natural goals and historical male dominance. It discusses polygamy and objections against it, followed by rebuttals. Additionally, it explores the Prophet's multiple marriages and the concept of temporary marriage within Islamic tradition. Through academic discourse, it navigates traditions and exegetical claims, offering insights into the Islamic viewpoint on different forms of marriage.

This text explores the Ghadir Event, unraveling its significance and the lasting impact of the Ghadir Sermon. From defining Imam 'Ali's role to emphasizing obligations and the importance of its transmission, it offers a concise guide to appreciating and safeguarding this crucial event.

Gender Apartheid Or Respectable Interaction? By Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi Originally Published by: Al-Furqan, Vol.1 No.11. 10 Jumadi II 1427/6 July 2006 The below article was published on 1st July 2006 in The Arab American News (vol. 22, issue no. 1064) of Dearborn, Michigan, USA. It was written as a response to the issue raised by Asra Nomani (also published in the same newspaper) against the separation of men and women in mosques. This article does not deal with the various side issues that some people bring up as so-called consequences of separation. I have dealt with those side issues in various majalis in Toronto, especially on the issue of marriage. Moreover, this was written from a broader Muslim perspective since the newspaper caters to Muslim as well as non-Muslim readers. ***** Asra Nomani suggests that the separation between men and women in mosques was established much later in Muslim history than during the days of the Prophet. She has also tried to link that with the

Islamic Views On Organ Donation & Transplantation By Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi Originally Published in: al-Furqan Electronic Newsletter Vol. 1 No. 10, 26 Jumadi I 1427/22 June 2006. Introduction One of the new problems faced by the Shi‘a mujtahideen (the jurists) is the issue of organ donation and transplantation. The human body, in life as well as in death, is governed by Divine laws in Islam. There are certain limitations on what we can and can’t do with our bodies. The primary ruling of Islam about a Muslim’s corpse is that it should be disposed of in a dignified way through a special procedure of washing, shrouding and burial. Relying on guiding principles extracted from the Qur’an and the sunnah of the Prophet and his Ahlul Bayt, the jurists formulate the rules governing the newly occurring circumstances. What you see below is a series of questions and answers that I had written and published in July 1993. It is being presented here with additions

This is the fifth volume of this renowned commentary on the Holy Qur'an written by Allamah Tabataba'i, one of its greatest modern commentators, and translated by Sayyid Sa'eed Akhtar Rizvi. This volume contains the exegesis of Surah ‘Aal-’Imran, n.3, from verse 1 to verse 41.

Angelic Inspiration And Satanic Whispering: The Speech Of Allah Sayyid Muhammad Husayn Tabataba'i Al-Mizan, Vol. 5, Under Commentary of Surah ‘Aali-’Imran: Verses 35 – 41 ********* We have repeatedly mentioned that when a word is made for a meaning, it actually looks at the main purpose behind that meaning. The words, “talk” and “speech”, refer to voice, because voice conveys the idea of the speaker to the hearer. Therefore, whatever conveys that idea may be called a talk or speech. It may be a voice or a combination of several voices; in fact, it may not have any sound at all, as for example, is the case with sign language and symbols. If a siren conveys a complete idea, it may be called a speech, even though it is not uttered by mouth. Likewise, people use the word, “speech”, for signs and symbols although no sound is involved in them. It is for this reason that the Qur’an uses the words, “speech” and

Sustenance In The Qur’an Sayyid Muhammad Husayn Tabataba'i Al-Mizan, Vol. 5, Under Commentary of Surah ‘Aali-’Imran: Verses 26 – 27 ********* ar-Rizq ( اَلرَّزْقُ ), usually translated as sustenance, maintenance, or means of livelihood, is a well-known concept. A glance at its various usages shows that the word has a connotation of bestowal by someone to someone else, for example, the sustenance given by the king to the soldiers. Originally, it was used for only the foodstuff. For example, Allah says: “And their maintenance and their clothing must be borne by the father according to usage” (2:233). Mark that the clothing has not been counted as a part of the maintenance. Thereafter, the meaning was extended to include every foodstuff, even if the giver was not known - in any case, it was a bestowal of good luck. The process of generalization continued, and now it is used for every

A Scientific Discourse About Women Sayyid Muhammad Husayn Tabataba'i Al-Mizan, Vol. 4, Under Commentary of Surah al-Baqarah, Verses 228-242 In this text, Allamah Tabataba'i presents an in-depth scientific discourse on women on various topics and compares their position in pre-Islamic civilizations with the Islamic civilization and what Islam presented for women.