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Birth Anniversary of 7th Shia Imam 'Musa al-Kazim' / Biography
Mūsā b. Jaʿfar (a) (Arabic: موسی بن جعفر) (b. 128/745 – d. 183/799) titled as al-Kāẓim (الکاظم) and Bāb al-Ḥawāʾij (باب الحوائج) was the seventh Imam of Shi'a, born in Abwa' (a village between Mecca and Medina). After his father Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a) was martyred he (a) became the Imam of Shi'a.
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A little collection of quotes from Imam Al-Hadi
Imam Ali Naqi Al-Hadi (A.S.), the tenth infallible descendant of holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), brightened the world with his appearance on Rajab 5. He inherited his knowledge, righteousness and piety from his forefathers. Imam (A.S.) was martyred by poisoning by the ruling Abbasid caliph Mu'taz in Samra on third day of the month of Rajab in the year 254 A.H., and was buried in his house
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Allah' in the words of Imam Ali al-Hadi
Imam al-Hadi (a.s.) said to one of his adherents: When Allah intends goodness for somebody; He makes him accept the blame of the friends.
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Imam Ali al-Naqi al-Hadi and Preparing for Coming of al-Mahdi
Mid Zil-Haja 212 A.H. in “Seria” somewhere around Medina, the house of Imam Jawad (a.s.) is enlightened by your presence as they pick Ali to be your name.
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Life of Shias 10th Holy Imam 'Ali al-Naqi al-Hadi'
(AhlulBayt News Agency) - Imam Hadi was martyred of poisoning on third day of Rajab by the Abbasid caliph Mu'taz in 254 A.H. at Samarrah in Iraq and is buried there. The Holy Imam (A.S.) was 42 years old at the time of his martyrdom.
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Imam Ali al-Hadi weapon 'Prayer'
During the rule of Motawkel, Imam Hadi had to face hardship. He was always under the control of the spies of the rulers. Nevertheless he discharged his duties as the Imam of Muslims.
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Vain attempt to assassinate Imam al-Hadi
Al-Mutawakkil was unable to bear Imam al-Hadi (a.s.) any more. It bothered him that people talked about the virtues, vast knowledge, piety, and asceticism of Imam al-Hadi (a.s.) and that the Shia believed in his imamate and believed that he was worthier of the caliphate than him (al-Mutawakkil). Therefore, he tried to assassinate the imam and get rid of him but however he failed to achieve his aim.
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Aspects of Imam Ali al-Hadi Personality
The qualities of Imam al-Hadi (a.s.) were like the qualities of his fathers who were distinguished by them over all people. All elements of honor and dignity met together in him. He possessed all virtues and excellences.
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Imam Ali al-Hadi who explained Islamic Laws of Jurisprudence
‘When people shall be resurrected on the day of Judgement, a caller will call me: ‘O Messenger of Allah! Allah has permitted you to reward your lovers and the lovers of your progeny who have followed them for your sake; and opposed their enemies for your sake.
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Ziyarat of Imam Ali al-Hadi
O Lord of omnipotent power! O Lord of all-inclusive mercy! O Lord of successive favors! ...
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Reflection on influential teachings of Imam al-Hadi from viewpoint of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi
The lecturers and students of the religious seminary can utilize the teachings of Imam al-Hadi (ʿa) in helping the people resolve their various ideological questions and doubts.
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Common Ziyarah of Imam Al-Hadi and Imam Al-Askari
I thus beseech Allah, my and your Lord, that He may decide that the rewards of my visit to you to be His sending blessings upon Muhammad and his Household
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Supplications by Imam al-Hadi
Many supplications were transmitted from Imam al-Hadi (a.s.) that he recited in the qunut of his prayers showing the extent of his devotedness and submissiveness to Allah. Here are some of them.
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Knowledge and Sciences of Imam Ali Al-Hadi
Allah had dilated the chest of Imam al-Hadi (a.s.) for receiving knowledge and expanded his heart for sciences. Secrets of facts and intricacies of things were uncovered for him without any request or effort. People spoke about the vast knowledge he had, with none equal to him in his amazing, scientific treasures, covering all sciences of Hadith, jurisprudence, philosophy, theology, and other branches of knowledge.
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Auspicious Birth Anniversary of 10th Shia Imam "Muhammad al-Hadi" / Biography
Abu l-Ḥasan ʿAlī b. Muḥammad al-Hādī, (b. 212/828 - d. 254/868) (Arabic:ابوالحسن علي بن محمد الهادي) was the son of Imam al-Jawad (a) and he was the tenth of the twelve Imams of the Shia. He is also known as al-Naqī (النقي, the pure) and al-Hādī (الهادي, the guide). He was the Imam (leader) between 220/835 and 254/868 for a period of thirty-four years.
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Martyrdom Anniversary of Muslim Ibn Aqil / Biography
Muslim b. ʿAqīl b. Abī Ṭālib (Arabic: مسلم بن عقیل بن ابي طالب), cousin of Imam al-Husayn (a) and his representative in the Kufa before Battle of Karbala and was from Al Abi Talib. Muslim was present in some conquest of Muslims as well as the Battle of Siffin. He went to Kufa as a representative of Imam al-Husayn (a) to provide the Imam with a status report of the city and make sure that the people of Kufa are persistent and truthful in their invitation of the Imam. In a report to the Imam, he wrote that Kufans were prepared for the Imam's arrival.
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Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, the splitter and spreader of sciences
Today coincides with the martyrdom anniversary of the 5th Imam of Shia, Muhammad al-Baqir. An overview of his life is provided in the following article.
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Why was Imam Baqir called the "Opener of Knowledge"? - Imam Khamenei
Imam Baqir (peace and blessings be upon him) used all legitimate, possible means to create a Shi’a organization and a strong, public establishment. [Sept. 16, 1988]
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Debate of Imam al-Baqir with Christian scholar
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA) - The Fifth Shi'ite infallible Imam, Imam al-Baqir's (a) debate with a Syrian Christian scholar is a set of questions and replies between Imam al-Baqir (a) and a Syrian Christian scholar. The Christian scholar asked different questions, all of which were answered by the Imam (a).
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Martyrdom Anniversary of 5th Shia Imam 'Muhammad Al-Baqir' (peace be upon him)
Both of Imam Muhammad Al-Baqir's parents were grandchildren of Lady Fatima (peace be upon her). His father was Ali son of Hussein, and his mother was Fatima daughter of Hassan. He lived for four years with his grandfather, Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), and he was present at Karbala and witnessed all of the stages of that tragedy. He also beheld the heroic stands of his father and Lady Zainab (peace be upon her), his father’s aunt.
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An introduction to the infallible Imam Al-Baqir
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): Sheikh Mufid writes about Imam, "he had access to and acquaintance with all the branches of knowledge and intuitive learning. He led his life busy in the obedience of God. He was strong and balanced at the station of piety and rigidly honored his word, promises, and commitments. ..."
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7th Dhu al-Hijjah; Martyrdom of Imam al-Baqir / Biography
Muhammad Bin Ali Bin al-Hussain Bin Ali Ibn Abi Talib (Arabic: محمد بن علي بن حسین بن علي بن أبي طالب) (b. 57/677 – d. 114/733) known as Imām al-Bāqir (a) and Bāqir al-'Ulūm, was the fifth Imam of the Shi'a, whose period of Imamate lasted nineteen years.
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Ziyarat of Imam Mohammad Baqir
Praise be to Allah, the eternally besought, the Majestic, the Single, the Generous, the Bestower of bounties, the Benefactor, the Compassionate, who did a favour and made easy for me the "Ziyaarat" of my masters, out of compassion and kindness, and did not stop me from their "Ziyaarat', but helped and blessed.
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Imam Baqir, Christian scholar and fruits of Heaven
Just because you do not understand something in Islam does not mean it is wrong. Allah gave us Islam and our knowledge can not compare with His.
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Imam al-Baqir Argues Muslims to Seek Knowledge
Imam Abu Ja'far (al-Baqir), peace be on him, talked very much about the importance of knowledge. He urged Moslems to seek knowledge, for it is the first pillar on which the lives of nations and peoples depend. He, peace be on him, praised the virtue of scholars, for they are the source of culture and guidance for the community. The following are some of what has been reported on his authority in this respect:
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Moral behaviors of Imam Muhammad Taqi al-Jawad
Imam al-Jawad was unique in terms of knowledge, forbearance, eloquence, devotion and other moral virtues despite his being underage. He had a wonderful aptitude for answering scientific questions on the spot. Like his purified ancestors, Imam al-Jawad paid much attention to physical appearance and cleanliness.
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Martyrdom of youngest Imam of Shi'ite Muslims 'Imam al-Jawad' / Biography
Imam 'Muhammad ibn Ali al Taqi al Jawad' Martyred at the age of 25 ,in al-kazimiyyah on Wednesday, 29th Dhi'l-qi`dah 220 AH, poisoned by Mu`tasim, the `Abbasid caliph; buried in al-kazimiyyah, Baghdad. Imam Muhammad al-Jawad (or at - Taqi) is the Ninth Apostolic Imam. his epithet was Abuja `far and his famous titles were al-jawad and at-Taqi. Since Imam Muhammad al-Baqir, the Fifth Imam was called Abu Ja`far the Second.
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Wisdom of Imam Mohammad al-Jawad from Childhood
From his early childhood al-Imam al-Jawad had a special relationship with Allah, and in his position as Imam he answered the religious problems of the people, guided them and led them. Great scholars would come to him and ask the solutions to the most difficult problems, and the Imam would answer their queries with ease.
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Intellectual Accomplishments of Imam Muhammad Taqi Al-Jawad
One day Imam Muhammad Taqi (a.s), then aged nine, was standing with some boys in a lane of Baghdad. Seeing the entourage of Mamun all the others ran away, but as was his habit, Imam (a.s) continued to stand at his place. Mamun came forward and asked him, "Boy! Why did you not run away?"
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Imamate Through Lens of Youth: Reflections on Status of Imam al-Jawad and His Message for Today’s Youth
The personality of Imam al-Jawad (A) exemplifies the truth that young people are capable of leading in both intellectual and spiritual arenas, and can even stand against powerful authorities with wisdom and principled reasoning.