Islamic Sources

The Tragedy of Karbala’Rate this post A collection of texts that narrate the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (a.s.) and his companions in Karbala’ and the vicissitudes of before and right after the tragedy How the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (a) and the events of Karbala is a source of unity among Muslims […]

The Torch of Perpetual Guidance3.2 (63.14%) 121 votes The Torch of Perpetual Guidance ’An Expose on Ziyarat Ashura of Al-Imam Al-Husayn B.Ali This text is a gateway to understanding the essence and ettiquete of Ziyarat and Du’a, primarily Ziyarat-e-Ashura, which has then been singled verse by verse, and has been explained in detail.

Arbaeen of Imam HusaynRate this post What follows in this piece is a brief look at the “Arba‘een” [the commemoration of 40 days after the tragic events of Karbala] of Imam al-Husayn, peace be upon him. The article concludes with the Arabic text of Ziyarat Arba‘een with full English translation and a brief exposition on […]

Arba’eenRate this post A pocket-sized book explaining the significance of commemorating the Arba’een of Imam Husayn (pbuh) and the importance of the number 40. It also includes Ziyara Arba’een with translation.

The Significance of Mourning for Imam Hussain (a.s)2.8 (55.51%) 49 votes The sacred month of Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar that holds great historical significance even prior to the proclamation of Prophet Muhammad (saw) message. While many celebrate the coming of the new year, the Muslims to the contrary attend what […]

Azadari in sight of Maraje Uzzam and Ulema3 (60%) 9 votes All Maraje support Azadari & consider it to be a corner stone of Shia Islam .Some anti-Islam ,internal and external forces present the Fatawa (verdicts) and opinions of Maraje Uzzam with distortion and tempering which is a severe deeni, literary and moral breach of trust.

Alone with the Beloved The words of ʿAli b. al-Ḥusayn in the Ṣaḥifa SajjadiyyaRate this post For over thirteen centuries the Ṣaḥīfa al-Sajjādiyya has enjoyed importance amongst Muslims, its authorship attributed to ʿAlī b. al- Ḥusayn (d. 95/713-4), the great grandson of Prophet Muḥammad, and fourth Imam in the Twelver Shīʿi School. Despite its immense […]

Imam Hussain may Allah be pleased with him3 (60.87%) 299 votes A sensitive and moving account of the struggle of the Prophet (may Allah bless him and grant him peace)’s grandson, Sayyiduna Hussein ibn Ali and his followers in the events leading up to the tragic battle of Kerbala. Recommended for ages 9 and over.

Madinah to Karbala Holy Blood on Unholy Hands Vol 2Rate this post A spiritual affiliation with the members of the Household of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (ahlul bayt) which is characterised by love for his noble family is an aspect of Islamic tradition which has largely been ignored, unconsciously due to a dissemination of a […]

Ashoora the 10th of Moharram2.3 (46.67%) 3 votes Historical background of the incident of Karbala and martyrdom of Imam Hussain (as) and his family, starting from the period of Prophet (s) till the happening of Ashoora; A historical analysis of what led to the tragedy of Karbala …

Understanding Karbala3 (60.81%) 149 votes This text is basically a collection of articles published in different periodicals over the years and a radio speech, but they were arranged by the author himself in this present book form and published originally in Urdu.

Azadari; Mourning for Imam Hussain (as)1.9 (37.5%) 8 votes The mourning rituals in the memory of the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (as), the grandson of Mohammad (saww). Azadari is the core of the Islamic belief, and in this book we shall refute all common Nasibi propaganda against the mourning rituals for the martyrs.

Safinat ul NajatRate this post

List of Participants in KarbalaRate this post an encyclopedic work of al-imam.net about the history of Karbala and the participants there …

Tragedy of Karbala2.7 (53.5%) 40 votes This book presents how the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (a) and the events of Karbala is a source of unity among Muslims and not a cause of division and details of the events…!

Lectures on Ashura3 (60%) 2 votes Ashura – Misrepresentations & Distortions.  This is a series of four sermons delivered by the author on the topic of the meaning and significance of ‘Ashura and the martyrdom of Imam Husayn a.s at Karbala.

Tears For Karbala3.4 (68%) 5 votes Presenting children with traditional majaalis (lectures) of the twelve days of Muharram. Detailed biographies of companions and family members of Imam Husayn (a), and accounts of the events before and after the day of ‘Ashura.       Source: al-islam.org

Lohoof2.5 (50%) 4 votes Allamah Majlesi, in Behar stated Seyed Ibn Tavoos, “I have written the book “al-Malhoof ala Qatlal Tofouf” who reads will know its preferences over similar books”. The original title was Malhoof old manuscripts its Lohoof. Lohoof is a favorite partner in a spiritual journey for the respected reader, and we invite you to […]

Merits of earth (turbah) of Imam Husain’s GraveRate this post Soil which is in the vicinity of the grave of Imam Husain (a.s.) is sacred. Allah has bestowed it with beneficence, unsurpassed in compassion to any other material.

Battle of HarrahRate this post An analytical look at the historic account of the invasion and horrific plunder of the holy city of Medina in the year 63 AH by the army of Yazid b. Mu’awiyah.       Source: al-islam.org