The Significance of Ghadir

This day I have perfected for you, your religion, and have completed My favor on you and chosen for Islam as the religion (Holy Qur’an 5: 3)What was that day on which God revealed this verse to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)? It was the 18th of Zilhijja in the year 10 AH on the plain of Ghadir-Khum when the Almighty’s last Messenger to mankind while returning from his farewell Hajj pilgrimage...

From Imam Khamenei's speeches;

Eid al-Ghadir,“Greatest Eid of God”

One issue is about Ghadir itself. In some narrations, it has been said that Eid al-Ghadir is the eid of Allah the Great and that it enjoys a status which is higher than all other Eids. What is the reason for this? Well, in the Holy Quran there are ayahs which can only be matched with the issue of Ghadir, not with any other issue.

Ghadir; Wilayat in the Quranic Context

It was the 18th day of Dhu al Hejja, 10 A.H. and the noble Prophet (peace be upon him and his household) was returning to Medina after performing his last Hajj, when in a land called the ghadir al Khum, he ordered for all the pilgrims to take a halt. He had an important mission to accomplish in that hot and dry desert. The last Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him and his household) was to deliver a verse, under Divine Commandment; a verse that would perfect the religion of Islam!

Ghadir;

Imam Ali, Unique Leader in the History of Mankind

The history of mankind has witnessed many leaders over the ages. Many of these leaders achieved leadership through might or inheritance and some were chosen as leaders because of certain outstanding qualities that they possessed. Among the latter group there have also emerged some leaders whose works and contribution to humanity cannot be limited to any particular time or place;..

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.

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.

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.

Common Ziyarah of Imam Ali Al-Hadi and Imam Al-Askari

Peace be upon you (both); O the representatives of Allah! Peace be upon you (both); O the Arguments of Allah (against His created beings)!...

Ziyarat of Imam Ali al-Hadi

O Lord of omnipotent power! O Lord of all-inclusive mercy! O Lord of successive favors! ...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Salient Features of Imam Baqir's Character

Imam Mohammad Baqir always put on new and clean dress. He perfumed himself and walked very comfortably, slowly and steadily. One day, some narrow minded ones criticized him saying your grandfather Ali (A.S.) used old and cheap clothes so why do you put on clean and new ones?

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.

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).

An introduction to the infallible Imam 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. ..."

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.

The Year of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir Martyrdom

The poison acted quickly on the body of Imam Mohammad Baqir, peace be on him. So, death approached fast. During his last hours, he gathered all his feelings and sentiments, and cleaved to Allah, the Most High...

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.

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.

A look at political-cultural life of martyr Muhammad Baqir al-Sadr

If we want to talk about Ayatollah Sayyid Muhammad Baqir al-Sadr’s personality, we could very easily say that he was without any doubt a genius, without a doubt a personality who was ahead of his time!

Why was Imam Baqir (pbuh) 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]

1st Dhu al-Hijjah; Anniversary of Heavenly Marriage of Imam Ali with Sayyida Fatimah Al-Zahra

Lady Umm-e-Salma narrates that: One day Imam Ali (AS) approached the Prophet Mohammad (P.B.U.H) at his house. Imam Ali (AS) entered and greeted the Prophet (P.B.U.H) and the Prophet (P.B.U.H) replied in the same kind manner. Imam Ali (AS) sat down and he was so much shy that he continued staring at the ground and could not utter a word.

Imamate Through the Lens of Youth: Reflections on the Status of Imam al-Jawad (A) 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.