SHAFAQNA– Bada (lit. appearance) is a Shia doctrine rooted in the Quran and the tradtions of the Prophet. It is similar abrogation (naskh) and both stem from the same source. However, the…
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SHAFAQNA- Some videos and photos of Karbala and Najaf on the martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Zahra (PBUH). https://en.shafaqna.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/1955103.mp4?_=1 FeaturedOther NewsPhotosShia islam [Videos-Photos] Karbala-Najaf on martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Zahra (SA) December…
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What Should Be Done? Islam distributes freedom. People are in love with Islam and yet, the young intellectuals realize the weakness and decline of Islam’s followers. The main reason for…
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Intellectuals vs People What did they miss? The family of Mohammad: Is it that this family is without effect or is it that our young generation and our intellectuals are…
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SHAFAQNA – The Grand Ayatollah Sistani answered a question about eyebrow transplant. Question: Is there a problem with eyebrow transplant for women or not? The Grand Ayatollah Sistani: If there is no…
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Who is Responsible? Religious scholars! It is they who do not perform their responsibilities in respect to the people. They should give awareness, consciousness and direction to the people. They…
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The above verses and traditions are about a believer practicing Taqiyya vis-a-vis disbelievers, which is allowed because it is intended to protect the life, property and family of the believer. But what…
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Taqiyya means protecting one’s life, family and property from persecution. It is also a Quranic edict and something endorsed by the Prophet (PBUH). The following Verses confirm the validity of taqiyya: First…
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There must be a good reason for anyone to act in a way that goes against his deepest held beliefs; a believer takes pride in worshipping God and matching his…
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Taqiyya (‘dissimulation’) is a concept that appears in the Quran and has been highlighted in some verses. The Quran permits a believer to observe taqiyya if he believes that his life, family or…
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Shafaqna’s interview: “Faith in God” was Imam Ridha’s (AS) criterion of dealings with people
by Abbas AdilSHAFAQNA- A scholar and researcher of religious sciences, stating that people have a high position in the eyes of Imam Ridha (AS), said: “The standard of people’s behavior is how much…
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SHAFAQNA- Dr Saeed Tavousi Masrour, a member of the academic faculty of the Shia Studies Department of Allameh Tabatabai University, says: “The peace between Imam Hassan (AS) and Muawiya was the…
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SHAFAQNA- “The Holy Prophet (PBUH) wants the dignity of human beings to be preserved. He tries to cover people’s faults, not to reveal their mistakes and preserve the general interest of…
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A recent study stirred up a debate among pet owners. Researchers have examined the effects of vegan diets on cats’ health. The findings challenge conventional wisdom but leave us with…
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SHAFAQNA – The Grand Ayatollah Sistani answered a question about tattooing for men. Question: I am a young man and like tattoo on my hand; is it Haram and is there any…
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SHAFAQNA- The Grand Ayatollah Makarem answered questions about the Month of Safar. Question: Is Safar a bad omen month? The Grand Ayatollah Makarem: Basically, times are not bad-omen or good-omen unless for the sake…
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When the young Ali took the mantle of Imamate, times were hard on the Ahl al-bayt (AS) of the Prophet (PBUH). His is the saddest story of all time. On…
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SHAFAQNA– In Q2:124, God says: ‘And when his Lord tested Abraham with certain words, and he fulfilled them, God said, “I am making you the Imam of mankind.” Said he, “And…
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Hujjatol-Islam Abdul Hossein Moazi, Representative of the jurist in the Iranian Red Crescent Society, emphasizing that “Ashura is like a school”, says: “Ashura is a school of fighting against the…
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The book: “Ashura” written by Muhammad Mahdi Al-Asifi and translated by Umar Kumo is published by ABWA Publishing. Shaykh Muhammad Mahdi, in his book, analysis the critical moments in the…
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The most important benefits derived from mourning ceremonies are its psychological effects. Most people who take part in mourning gatherings do so with the desire of gaining psychological and emotional…
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London: Farsi/English speaking Afghans were the predominant attendees at the Imam Hussein Foundation, in North Watford, on this fourth day of Muharram. HIWM Sayed Nasim Haidari gave one of the…
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Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Sehati Sardroudi said: “Humanity is “having the right to choose and having freedom”. When they deprive a person of their Authority, choice, and freedom under any pretext, it…
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Husayn had shown by his acts as well as his various discourses during the seven days of Muharram at Karbala, that this conflict was much more universal in nature, and…
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Allah Almighty states {Think not of those who are slain in Allah’s Way as dead. Nay, they live, finding their sustenance in the Presence of their Lord}[1] This noble verse…
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What is the ruling for Khoms of wealth for a child below legal age? The Grand Ayatollah Sistani’s answer
by Abbas AdilThe Grand Ayatollah Sistani answered a question about Khoms of wealth for a child below legal age. Question: Is the Khoms payable from wealth of children below legal age? The…
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SHAFAQNA- Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) said: “Whoever places himself as a leader of the people should commence with educating his own self before educating others…” Français: Español: Source: Nahjul-Balaghah/saying 73…
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Ayatollah Mohammad Reza Sistani visits tomb of Martyrs of Kefaei Jihad against ISIS [Photos]
by Abbas AdilSHAFAQNA- Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Reza Sistani visited the tombs of the Martyrs of Kefaei Jihad to fight against ISIS in Iraq. Source: Shafaqna Persian www.shafaqna.com
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SHAFAQNA – The Grand Ayatollah Sistani answered questions about Alcohol. Question: What is the ruling on drinking white Alcohol, and Alcoholic drinks if they do not affect person’s normal condition…
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Hyderabad, India- Anjuman-e-Mutawallian, a Muslim organization, has taken steps to ensure a safe and peaceful Muharram procession in Hyderabad. The organization has collaborated with local authorities to ensure the welfare…