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:

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.

Ziyarat of Imam Mohammad Baqir (A)

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.

Auspicious Birthday Anniversary of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (PBUH) / 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.

An introduction to the infallible Imam Al-Baqir (A)

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. ..."

Holistic identity of a woman: Beyond stereotypes

In Islam, the identity of a woman is defined as a multidimensional and impactful personality. On an individual level, she possesses faith, chastity, and intellectual and spiritual growth. Within the family, she is the manager of the household and entrusted with the most crucial task of human upbringing, serving as a source of tranquility for her family. In society, she plays an influential role in public affairs.

Prayer of Hadrat Fatima Al-Zahra

This prayer is prayed to seek fulfillment if legitimate desires. It can be prayed any time, or any day, but Friday...

A Brief History of al-Zahraa's Life

Ziyarat of Hazrat Fatima Al-Zahra

I beseech you, (If I have stated the truth), to bind me together with the testimony, concerning both of...

Lady Fatimah in verse of Counsel (42:23)

﴾Say: `No reward do I ask of you for this except the love of those near of kin. And if anyone earns any good, We shall give him an increase of good in respect there of for Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Ready to appreciate (service).(42: 23)﴿

Lady Fatima's Knowledge

Fatima (A.S.) acquired her divine knowledge from the clear spring of Prophethood and received the excellence of truth...

Prophet's Love for Lady Fatima

It is difficult to define the extent of the Prophet's love for Fatima (A) for she occupied a special place in his heart like no...

Tasbih (Rosary) of Lady Fatima

It is quoted from Imam Ali (AS), saying: “Fatima (SA), the apple of the Prophet’s (peace be upon him and his household) eyes was in my house. She ground with the mill so much that her hands formed calluses, and drew water from the well with the bucket so much that the rope marked her chest, and swept the house so much that her clothes became dusty.

Merits of Tasbih of Lady Fatima Zahraa (a.s.)

The Tasbeeh of lady Fatima Zahraa (s.a.) is from the emphatically recommended acts of worship in the Islamic...

Lady Fatima: Manifestation of Kawthar

Surah Kawthar is one of the shortest chapters in the Holy Qur’an, yet it is one of the richest ones too. It carries a fountain of knowledge for those who seek to extract its deeper meaning and wisdom. The interpreters of the Qur’an in the different schools of thought in Islam have intentionally presented a multitude of opinions regarding the identity of Kawthar to distance this virtue from its true owner, the Lady of Light (peace be upon her). The general context of this Surah conveys the meaning of Kawthar to refer to abundance in progeny and posterity.

Imam Khomeini's Message About Hadrat Fatima

If Hadrat Fatima (a.s.) was a man, she would be a Prophet.' Imam Khomeini (May his secret be sacred)...

Auspicious Birth Anniversary of Lady Fatima Al-Zahra / Biography

Fāṭima (a) (Arabic: فاطِمَة) commonly known as Fāṭima al-Zahrā (a) (Arabic: فاطِمَة الزهراء) (d. 11/632) was the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (s) and Lady Khadija (a) and the wife of Imam Ali (a). She is one of the People of the Cloak and, in Twelver Shia belief, one of the Fourteen Infallibles. She was the mother of second and third Imams, as well as Lady Zaynab (a). Al-Zahra', al-Batul, Sayyidat Nisa' al-'Alamin and Umm Abiha are among her epithets. She was the only lady chosen by the Prophet (s) to be part of the Mubahala with the Christians of Najran.

Demise Anniversary of Lady Fatima Umm ul-Banin

Lady Fatima Umm ul-Banin was the noble wife of Imam Ali (A') and the mother of al-Abbas the Flag Bearer of the Imam Hussain at the battlefield of Karbala. The meaning of 'Ummul Baneen' is 'Mother of Sons'. All of her sons were martyred along with Imam Hussain at Karbala. Hadrat Fatima Ummul-Baneen died on 13th Jamadi al-Thani, 64 A.H. in the holy city of Madinah and was buried in the famous Baqi cemetery.

Demise Anniversary of Ummul Baneen Wife of Imam Ali / Biography

Hadrat Fatima bint-e-Hazm bin Khalid (also known as Umm-ul-Baneen) was the wife of Imam Ali (a.s.) and mother of Hadrat Abbas (a.s.). On the sad occasion of the death anniversary of Lady Umm Al-Baneen, we extend condolences to Prophet Mohammad (pbuh&hh), Imam Mahdi (a.s.), the family of the prophet (pbut) and to all the believers.

Ummul Baneen the first Noheh Reciter for martyrdom of Imam Hussain

After the arrival of Imam Sajjad and Hadrat Zainab in Madinah Hadrat Ummul Baneen used to gather women in her house and used to narrate them how Imam Husain and his companions were martyred by Yazidi forces.

Fatima al-Zahra’s Martyrdom & Shia Approach to Islamic Unity

Fatima al-Zahra (AS) stands as one of the most sanctified figures in Shia Islam, and her martyrdom constitutes a cornerstone of Shia historical consciousness. Upholding her narrative is viewed not only as an act of devotion but as a preservation of prophetic truth.

Lady Zainab, the Greatest Messenger of Hussaini Revolution

Her Holiness became famous for her knowledge of the Holy Qu'ran and virtuous life.In her character she reflected the best attributes. In seriousness and serenity she was likened to Umm-al-Mumineen Hadrat Khadija (A.S.), her grand-mother, in chastity and modesty to her holy mother Hadrat Fatima (A.S.) and in eloquence to her holy father Imam Ali(A.S.).

Zainab daughter of Imam Ali: Meaning of her name and titles

Zaynab, is an arab female name that means the tree that looks good and smells good. The book "taj al-'aroos" says that Zaynab is a composed name that comes from "Zayn (beauty/adornment)" and "Ab (Father)."

Auspicious birth anniversary of Lady Zainab / Biography

Zainab bint Alī (Arabic: زینب بنت علي) (b. 5 (or 6) / 626 (or 627) - d. 62/682) the daughter of Imam Ali (a) and the Lady Fatima al-Zahra' (a), and 'Abd Allah b. Ja'far's wife. She and her two sons accompanied Imam al-Husayn (a) on the Event of 'Ashura' where her two sons were martyred and she was taken as captive to Kufa and then to Damascus. Her sermons in Kufa and Damascus (in front of Yazid) are very famous. Due to her many sufferings, she was called Umm al-Masa'ib (mother of calamities). She passed away in 62/682.

Demise Anniversary of Holy Lady Fatima Masoumeh and her childhood

"Mecca is God's sanctuary, Medina is Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him and his household), Kufa is Imam Ali's (A.S.), and Qom will be the sanctuary for one of my descendents; her name shall be Fatima. Whosoever visits her sanctuary will be rewarded a heavenly paradise."

Demise Anniversary of Lady Fatima Masoumeh / Biography

AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): Hadrat Fatima Masumah the Blessed and the Gracious Divine Lady from the Holy Ahlul Bayt was born in the holy city of Madinah, Her father Imam Musa al-Kazim the 7th Shia Imam. She died on 10th of the month of Rabi al-Thani 201 A.H. and buried in Qom. On the Sad Occasion of the Death Anniversary of Hadrat Fatima Masumah we extend our Heartfelt Condolences to all the lovers of the Holy Ahlul Bayt.

Wisdom by Imam Al-Askari

1- Do not dispute (with others) or else you will lose grace and do not joke (with everyone) or else you will be disrespected...

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

Prayer of Imam Hassan Al-Askari

Imam Hassan Al-Askari's worship & Prayer

Imam Abu Muhammad al-Askari (a.s) was the best worshipper among all people of his time. He spent the night with praying, prostrating, and reciting the Book. Muhammad ash-Shakiri said, ‘The imam sat in the mihrab and prostrated. I slept and woke up while he was still in prostration.