Shaykh Saduq, the Great Shiâa Authority in the Age of Minor Occultation Allahâs generosity, forgiveness, and kindness Understanding Godâs Mercy Lady Mary as a Role Model in the Quran and Bible Monotheism for Young Adults Arguments of Those Who Consider It Permissible To Construct Tombs over the Graves of Prophets Building of Tombs In the Light of Holy Qurâan and Hadith Islamic Doctrines Simplified The Unity of God Shiâite Authorities in the Age of Minor Occultation Independence and Dignity of Islamic Society Hussain Tekri - Kanodar, Gujarat, India Principle of Justice in Shiâism Greatness of the 15th of the Month of Sha ban The Social Dimensions of Wilayah Al-Ghadir and Islamic Unity Who is to select the Imam? The Conditions and Special Qualities of the Imams The Philosophy of the Existence of the Imam When Did Imamology Begin? The Best Way to come to know the Prophets Why are the Prophets Free of Sin and Error? The Need of having Prophets who present The Law The Need of Divine Leaders How Splendid Are God s Qualities! In the World of Infinitely Small Things Love for Insects and Flowers A World of Wonder in a Small Bird Examples from Creation The Second Way of Coming to Know God A True Story We always hear the voice of Monotheism (Tawhid) Two Clear Ways of Knowing God The Signs of God in Our Daily Life Studying the ways of knowing the Creator of the universe The General Political Attitude of Hajj Masjid Khif at Mina and Masjid Buratha in Baghdad Jerusalem and the Furthest Mosque Al-Kufah and Its Mosques Other Mosques in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah The Blessed Days in Islam Invoking Blessings on the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) and his Household (A.S.) Following the âRightâ Imam A brief look at the Ismaili Imams Shia, But Shia of which Imam (leader)? Resurrection and Final Assemblage The Meaning of Shi`ism according to the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.) Pilgrimage to the Holy Shrines of the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) and the Holy Imams (A.S.) Pious Dissimulation (taqiyyah) The Number of Holy Imams (A.S.) Shia Doctrine of Imamate Proving the Divine Status of Islam and Past Religious Laws Prophets and their Books The Doctrine of Prophethood Doctrines Pertaining To Divinity Ethics of the Prophets Pioneering Position of the Shiâah in the Field of Biographies (Siyar) Shiâah Precedence in Writing about Ethics Precedence of the Shiâah in Writing about Islamic Sects Precedence of the Shiâah in the Principles of Jurisprudence (Usul) Faith as the Main Axis of the Invitation of the Prophets The Theory on the Unity of Truth in the Realm of Religious Knowledge Moral Decrees of Islam as Consonant with the True Expediencies There is No Association between the Shiâism and the Ghulat The Future Belongs to the Shiâism A Meticulous Understanding of the Imamiyyahâs Faith Analytical Study of the Imamiyyah How to Present the Imamiyyah School of Thought to the Wahhabis A Strife-free Dialogue (A Step towards Understanding) There is No Association between the Shiâism and the Ghulat What is Taqiyah? The Shiâas of Imam Ali (A.S.) have always heeded the words of Allah the All-Mighty Shias belief regarding the Sahaba (Companions) The Meaning of Bada Ahadith recorded in the Shiâi Books Some Examples of the Wahhabi Writerâs Crass Ignorance regarding Shia Muslims Infallibility of the Imams (A.S.) Meaning and Origin of Shiâism God in Islamic Traditions: A Glance at Al-Tahwid by Shaykh al-Saduq Shiâite Social Theology Preparing the Shiâa for the Age of Occultation Shaykh Mufidâs Account of Imamate in Al-Irshad The Immunity of the Prophets from Sins Iblis does not have Power on the Vicegerents of Allah on the Earth Pioneering Role of the Shiâah in Theology The Precedence of the Shiâah in Islamic Jurisprudence A Probe into Wilayah and its Social Dimensions Worship and Prayer Nobility and Magnanimity of Spirit Spiritual Freedom The School of Humanity The Criteria for Humanity Walayah The Philosophy of Prophethood Monotheism in the Islamic Ideology Faith How to implement the system of Wilayat in our society? Wilayat, the True System of Governance Principles of Sociology in Islam Pioneering Role of the Shiâah in Theology The Precedence of the Shiâah in Islamic Jurisprudence The Precedence of the Shiâah in the Sciences of Hadith The Precedence of the Shiâah in Quranic Sciences Meaning and Origins of Shi ism Important Shia Religious Centers in Kashmir Jammu and Kashmir Anjuman-e-Sharie Shiayan Guidance from Almighty Allah Revealed to Jesus, the son of Mary The Immunity of the Prophets from Sins Iblis does not have Power on the Vicegerents of Allah on the Earth You and God This World and the Hereafter Unity of the Muslim Society Islamic Identity and its Aspects The Religious Referential Authority in Islam Fourteen Categories of People Some Islamic Terminologies Explained Major Sins Usul al-Deen (Roots of Religion) What A Muslim Should Know and Believe Masjid and Husayniyyah Shiâite Seminaries (Hawzah âIlmiyyah) Islamic Ideology and Creed Al-Hashr: The Gathering Learning Religious Knowledge Ideological Laws Levels and Degrees of Shirk Levels and Degrees of Tawhid The World View of Tawhid Prayer and Charity Paradise and Hell Barzakh and the Day of Resurrection Intercession for Whom Necessity of Imam in Every Age The Barzakh and Qiyama: Judgment Day Stages of the Life Hereafter, the Path to Eternity Sects of Islam The Methods of Salvation The Question of Immigration (Hijrah) Jihad in Islam Is allocating Khums for Sadat Discrimination? Two Types of Intercession The Sublime Teachings of Islam Meaning and Concept of Intercession The Islamic Righting of Human Rights Has Khums Been Forgiven during the Occultation of Imam Zaman (A.S.)? Khums, One of Important Islamic Financial Resources Differences between Islam and Imaan Two World Views with regard to man and the world Aims of the Prophets Number of Prophets Knowledge of the Prophets Maysam at-Tammar , a Great Shia Muslim Islam, the Religion of Peace, Mercy and Forgiveness Intercession (Shafaâah) Resurrection or Hereafter Islam and Racism Islam s Gifts to the World Shia Belief regarding Imams (A.S.) Imamate (Leadership with Divine Authority) Prophethood Islamic Theology Constructive Interaction between the World Religions: A Framework for World Order Elements of Unity Understanding the Universal Abrahamic Religion Islamic Clemency and Mercy in the Practices of Religious Leaders Islamic Clemency and Mercy in Narration Islam, the Religion of Mercy A Brief History of Shiâa Muslims Visiting the Tombs of the Messengers and Imams There is always an Imam Resurrection and the Life after Death Divine Mission of the Prophets Theism and Monotheism Rights of the Holy Imams (A.S.) Mutah (Temporary) Marriage Dissimulation (Taqayyah) Excellence of Shia Muslims Islamic Republic of Iran and the End Times (Aakhir uz-Zaman) The Victory of the Glorious Islamic Revolution in Iran Ghadir Khumm: One of Islamic Historyâs Best Kept Secrets Islamic Humanities, an introduction to New Islamic Civilization The Center for the Great Islamic Encyclopedia, Tehran Activities of the Shīâahs for establishment of righteousness Advantages of the rational method in Islam The Spirituality of the Shiâism The Definition of Islam The Logic of Istikharah The Inviolability of the Holy Qurâan and the Infallibility of the Prophet The Question of Imprecation The Irrevocability of the Shariâah Islam, the Perfect Religion The Qualities of a Prophet (Khasaâis al-Nabi) Common Prophethood (Nabuwwat âAmmah) The Special Prophethood (Nabuwwat Khassah) Submission to Religion An Excellent Islamic City Protects Human Rights and Honour The Followers of the Twelve Imams (A.S.) The Balfour Declaration The Twelve Imams (A.S.) The Divine Leadership (Imamat) The Return (Maâad) Divine Justice (Adl) Divine Unity (Tawhid) The Ways of Attaining Faith in Allah Dimensions of the theory of Wilayah al-Faqih Religious authority during the Period of Occultation Imamate and the duty of the faithful [muâminīn] The Role of the Holy Imams (A.S.) The necessity of Imamate Period of the Presence of the Holy Imams (A.S.) Finality of Prophethood Miracles as proof of the Truthfulness of the Prophets (A.S.) The Natural Religion (Al-Fitrah) The Emendation of Shiâite Creed The Waqifah The Prophets and Social Justice The Contributions and Blessings of the Prophets The Barzakh and Qiyamat (Resurrection) The Resurrection (Eschatology) Shiâah Sect of Ismaâiliyyah Shiâah Sects The Essence of Jinn and Satan The Nature of Angels God and the Universe Islamic Cosmology Definition of Imamate Introduction to Kitab al-Irshad Comparison of the Tashihul Itiqad with the Itiqadatul-Imamiyyah Hisham ibn al-Hakam, some aspects of his personality The beliefs of the Imamiyyah Divine Power in the Holy Qurâan and Traditions The Path to âUnderstanding Godâ Trusting On Allah The Affability of the Imams (A.S.) The Benefits of Congregational Prayer and Piety and Abstinence Then I was Guidedâ is the Ahlul Baytâs book Order in the Universe and Knowing God Natural Disposition (Fitrah) and Knowing God The Ways of Knowing God Why Should We Know God? Superstitions, false fables, and rumors against the Shia I bear witness that Ali (A.S.) is the Friend of Allah The Shia and the Friday Prayer The Shia and the prayer The Twelver Shia are the true followers of the Holy Prophetâs Sunna Striving to remain firm on guidance Eid al-Ghadeer is the greatest and most important Eid to Allah The Shia in brief Who Are The Twelve Caliphs? The Etymological and Juristic Meaning of Worship [ibadah] What is Tawhīd (Monotheism)? Some Examples of the Struggles of the Infallible Holy Imams (A.S.) The Objective of the Holy Imams' Struggles The Glorious and Invaluable Memories of the Infallible Holy Imams (A.S.) The Twelve Caliphs after the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w.a.) Two Important Masterpieces in the Teachings of Islam Ma'ad (Resurrection) Does Islam accept development? Is Islam difficult so that people cannot comply with it? Keeping to religion in the past and the present Ulul'azm Anbiya' (Arch-Prophets) and all other Prophets Nubuwwah (Prophethood) Islamic Beliefs The Advantages of Islam A Brief Introduction of Islam Observing traditions of the Holy Imams (a.s.) by the Shias in occultation Helping Allah actually means helping His friends Learning and imparting the knowledge of the Holy Imams (A.S.) The Remembrance of Holy Imams (A.S.) The Islamic Message of Nowrouz Ghadir Khumm, where religion was brought to perfection Imamate in the Verse of Ilm alâKitab Imamate in the Qurâanic Verse of Tatheer Imamate in the Qurâanic Verse of Sadiqin Imamate in the Qurâanic Verse of Mubahalah Imamate As Envisaged in the Verse of Wilayah Imamate as Envisaged in the Verse of Aulu alâAmr The Shiâas of Imam Ali (A.S.) The Qualities of a Muâmin Action Without Knowledge The Qualities of Scholars The Norms of Knowledge and Action The Types of Knowledge The Superiority of Knowledge Shiâas Go To Heaven The Maidan-il-Hashr: The Place of Resurrection The Horn (Soor) of Israfeel The graveyard of Wadi as Salam near Al-Najaf Good Deeds of Human Beings The Attacks of Dajjal The Tawwabin launched their heroic uprising in Iraq Need for the Existence of the Prophets Owais Qarani, an ardent supporter of the cause of the Holy Prophet's Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.) Bezels of Knowledge Martyrdom of Ali al-Abed Ibn Hassan al-Musallas Mahdi al-Abbasi, the Third self-styled caliph of the usurper Abbasid regime The renowned Shia theologian Allamah Hilli How are the Prophets chosen? The Principle of Prophethood explained by Imam Ali (A.S.) Salman Embraces Islam Abu Dharr, the Oppressed Maysam at-Tammar , a Great Shia Muslim Islam, the Religion of Peace, Mercy and Forgiveness Martyrdom of âAmr bin Humaq Martyrdom of Hujr bin Adi Martyrdom of Rushayd al Hajari Martyrdom of Meytham bin Yahya at Tammar The Aim of creating Human Beings The Infinite Mercy of God Social Approach of al-Tawhid World Outlook of al-Tawhid Spiritual Guidance of the Imam God-given supernatural power and authority âAd-Daâi as-Sagheerâ, the Alawid Emir of Tabaristan Understanding the Event of Ghadir Walyy-u Amr al-Muslimin (Administrator of the affairs of the Muslims) The Imam a model for others who have to follow him Classes of Special Form of Positive Wala Special Form of Positive Wala Nafs az-Zakiyya (the Pure Soul) Root Word of Wala, Walayat, Wilayat, Waly and Mawla The Followers of Imam Ali (A.S.) Some of the Renowned Shia Ulama and Scholars The prominent Islamic scholar, Allamah Mohammad Baqer Majlisi The celebrated and renowned Islamic scholar Allamah Hilli The prominent Pakistani Islamic scholar, Allamah Seyyed Arif Hussain al-Hussaini The Famous Shia Ulama The Centre for Islamic Shiâa Studies (CISS), London, U.K. Islam is Completed by the Appointment of Successor Some of the Prominent Shia Ulama The great Shia scholar, Abu Jaâfar Mohammad ibn Uthman al-Amri Some Famous Shia Ulama of India An-Najashi, the most authentic Shi'ite Muslim scholars of Ilm ar-Rijaal Are there any women who reached the rank of ijtihad in Islamic seminaries? Shia Faith is sequentially derived from the Holy Imams of Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.) The Significance of the Day of Arafah The biggest and prevalent of the several Eids is the Eid of Ghadeer The Famous Sahaba of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAWA) Points to Ponder Why do Shias not Uphold the Majority's Sects? What educational system is followed in Iranian Howzah schools? Maysam at-Tammar (Date-Seller) Informative and Useful Books on the Study of Imamate The Doctrine Tawalla and Tabarra The coins of Muslim dynasties bearing the names of the Holy Imams (A.S.) Shiâite Muslims in the Last Decades of the Umayyad State An Account of the Mubahila (Imprecation) ceremony Infallibility of the Prophets and Imams Aim of sending the Prophets (A.S.); their miracles The Doctrine of the Imamate The Struggle of Shiâi Muslims against tyranny Kufa: Stage of Shi'i Activities The Re-emergence of Shiâi Muslims Saqifa: The First Manifestations of the emergence of the Shi'i viewpoint Conceptual Foundations of Shiâi Islam The Obligations during the Era of Occultation of Imam Mahdi al-Qaim (ATFS) âThe Guardianship of the Juristâ in the words of the Shiâa Jurists throughout history The Definition of âAuthorityâ (walaya) Shiâism During Imam Aliâs Caliphate The Traditions on the Twelve infallible and immaculate holy Imams (A.S.) The Conditions and Special QuImam Ali (A.S.)ties of the infallible and immaculate holy Imams (A.S.) When did the belief in infallible and immaculate holy Imams (A.S.) Begin? Why are the Prophets Free of Sin and Error? Our Need for Divine Leaders Why was Justice selected among all of Godâs Qualities, considered to be a principle of religion? How Splendid Are Godâs Qualities The Way of coming to Know God Why was Justice selected among all of Godâs Qualities, considered to be a principle of religion? How Splendid Are Godâs Qualities The Way of coming to Know God Social Justice in Islam Khums: A Support for Financial Independence Islam, Humanity and Human Values The Best of People Meaning of Miracle Meaning of Ismat Meaning of âNabiâ and âRasulâ History of the Khoja Shia Ithna Ashari Shia Muslims A Brief History of Shia Muslims in Singapore Shia Muslims in Botswana Reason, Faith and Authority: A Shi'ite Perspective Intellectual, Political and Social Status of the Shi'ites on the Verge of Occultation The Sincere Shia How to become a True Shia? The Muslims Are of Three Types The Shia (True Followers) of Imam Ali (A.S.) The Signs of a Muslim What is the criterion for distinguishing the Unity of God {tawhid} from polytheism {shirk}? Why is the station of Imamate {imamah} higher than that of prophethood {nubuwwah}? Are the great divine people {awliyaâ} having supernatural power? Do the Shiâah regard witr prayer as obligatory? The official madhhab (school of thought) of the Islamic Republic of Iran What is the criterion of taqiyyah {dissimulation}? Do the Shiâah think that Jibraâil (Archangel Gabriel) has committed treachery? Did Janab Abu Talib die a believer? The True Believer is the most alert and attentive to the next world A true believer speaks less and is truthful in his speech A True Believer is thankful for the blessings that Allah gives him What are the sources of Shiâi jurisprudence {fiqh}? Why do the Shiâah perform the five daily prayers in three periods? Is celebrating the birthday of the saints {awliyaâ} of God a kind of polytheism and innovation {bidâah}? Is to swear by other than Allah regarded as a kind of polytheism? Why do the Shiâah believe that caliphate {khilafah} is a matter of appointment {tansisi}? A True Believer is trustworthy A True Believer is forbearing and patient The 25th of the lunar month of Dhul Qa'dah corresponds with the event known as Dahwul Ard (Earth Day) The True Believerâs movement is with grace and elegance Interaction with a true believer is pleasant Characteristics of a True Believer Why do the Shiâah regard the sons of Imam Ali (A.S.) as the sons of the Messenger of Allah (S.A.W.)? Is according to Islam religion separate from politics? Why do the Shiâah during the ziyarah seek blessings? Why do the Shiâah prostrate on turbah {dried clay}? What is meant by âtemporary marriageâ {mutâah}? How do the Shiâah view the Sahabah {Companions}? Do the Shiâah believe in the tahrif {distortion} of the Qurâan? What is bada and why do the Shias believe in it? Seeking help from someone other than Allah Asking the rightful intercessors for intercession (shafaâah) What is shafaâah (intercession), why the Shias believe in it? What is rajâah âreturnâ and why do the Shias believe in it? Why the Shiâah are in the minority? Who is the Mahdi of Muhammadâs Progeny? Why do Shiâa say âAllahumma salli âala Muhammad wa Ali Muhammadâ Who are the Imams? Why is âAli ibn Abi Talib (âa) regarded as the wasi {executor of will} and successor of the Prophet (S)? What does âShiâahâ mean? Which is correct, âwa âitratiâ {and my progeny}, or âwa sunnatiâ {and my tradition}? Elegy-Recitation by Shiâah poets The Subjects of the Poems of the Shiâah Poets The Shiâah Poets and the Station of Poetry The Science of Scholastic Theology (Ilm al-kalam) The Science of Jurisprudence among the Shiâah The Intellectual Legacy of the Shiâah Factors behind the Rifts within Shiâism The Rifts within Shiâism Shiâism among the Different Tribes The Shiâah-Populated Places during the Second Century Hijri The Demographic Concentration of the Shiâah The Geographical Expansion of Shiâism Sporadic Uprisings by Shias The Shiâah and âAlawi Uprisings during the Period of Umayyad Caliphate The Reasons behind the Burgeoning of the Shiâah during the Period of âAbbasid Caliphate The Shiâah during the Period of âAbbasid Caliphate The Beginning of the âAbbasid Campaign and Its Effect upon the Spread of Shiâism The Various Levels of Perfection in Iman Mercy upon a person who possess the Five Good Qualities Characteristics of a Righteous Servant of Allah If Sahib Al-Zaman (A.S.) Were To Come Right Now The Greatness of the Shia Characteristics of the Shia The Spread of Shiâism during the Period of Umayyad Caliphate The Periods of Historical Development of the Shiâah The Other Terms for the Shiâah The Origin of Shiâism Shiâah in the Lexicon and the Holy Qurâan General References relevant to the history of Shiâism Historical References relevant to the history of Shiâism History of Shiâism as the History of a Living School and Combatant Followers Why is it necessary that the Prophets, Messengers, Awsiya' and Imams be purified and protected? What is the meaning of âSinâ? The System of Ijtihad in Shiâahs The Tendency of Rationalizing The Shariâah Laws How to Live by the Shari'ah? The Place of Shari'ah in Islam When Taqiyyah is Not Allowed? Taqiyyah and Tawriyah Significance of Taqiyyah Imam âAliâs (A.S.) expression of concern over the distortion of religion Glimpses of Shi'ism in the Musnad of Ibn Hanbal Why should we adopt the doctrine of Taqlid? The Method of Shias in Authenticating the Hadith The Different Facets of the Formal Aspect of Religion Shia and Ahlulbayt Divine Justice (Adl) is the foundation of many Shi'i beliefs Doctrine of Tawhid in Shiâi Islam Ways of Acquiring Knowledge in Islam Concept of Martyrdom in Islam Tawhid of Islam Oneness of God Belief in God The Allegorical Verses of the Holy Qurâan about the Ismah of the Prophets The Infallibility of the Prophets Spiritual connection of Shias with Imam Ali(A.S) Muhammad(S.A.W.) and Ali (A.S.) like the two brothers Musa and Haroon The Relation of the Shiâa with the Muâtazilah The Accusation of âExaggerationâ (Ghuluww) Against the Shiâa Shiâa Positions with Respect to the Usurping Rulers Shiâa Ideologyâs Practicality Shi'a School of Thought before Imam as-Sadiq (A.S.) Imam Jaâfar as-Sadiq and the Shiâa School of Thought The Shiâa and Armed Uprising Historical factors and Shiâism The Relation of the Shiâa with the Muâtazilah The Accusation of âExaggerationâ (Ghuluww) Against the Shiâa Shiâa Positions with Respect to the Usurping Rulers Shiâa Ideologyâs Practicality Shi'a School of Thought before Imam as-Sadiq (A.S.) Imam Jaâfar as-Sadiq and the Shiâa School of Thought The Shiâa and Armed Uprising Historical factors and Shiâism The Number of the Shiâa Imams Allahâs Knowledge and the Infalliblesâ (A.S.) Knowledge of the Unseen The Secret of Choosing the Imams The Relation of the Shia with the Muâtazilah Shiâa Ideologyâs Practicality The Shiâa and Armed Uprising Historical factors and Shiâism Authority from a Shia Perspective Ghadir Khumm and the Orientalists Shi'ism in the Course of History Shi'ite Authors in Islamic History Ghadir Tradition Martyrdom of Umro bin Humaq The Islamic Principles in the Sermons of the Farewell Hajj The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) Foretells about the Twelve Imams (A.S.) The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.)s Succession Was Raised during His Lifetime Evidences for Imam Aliâs Guardianship The Islamic Monotheism Belief of Shia in the Completeness of the Holy Quran Jamia al-Azhar Verdict on the Shia Infallible Imam - the centre of the existing world Debates of Hesham ibn Hakam in Defending Wilayah The First University of Shias Why do the Shi'ah prostrate on Turbah? Why do the Shi'ah Combine Prayers? Why does the Shiâah avoid Tarawih congregations? Shi'ah in the Holy Qurâan and Hadith Did the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) Appoint a Successor? The Twelve Divinely Appointed Successors of the Greatest Prophet (S.A.W.) Do the Shiâah Believe in a Different Qurâan? The Roots and Branches of Religion The Twelve Chosen Caliphs of the Greatest Prophet (S.A.W.) The Imamate: Succession to the Greatest Prophet (S.A.W.) Monotheism and the Attributes of God The Infallibility of the Prophets The Ismah of Imam The Logic for Imamah The Arch Prophets The Infallibility of Imam The Doctrine of Resurrection The Imam is Indispensable Rendering Islamic Politeness Markers into English Account of Imam Ali (A.S.) Account of Imam Ali (A.S.) Tabarruk of the Majlis of Imam Husayn (A.S.) The People who Sacrificed in the Service of Ahlul Bayt (A.S.) Tawalla and Tabarra Authorities Whose Obedience is Commanded by Allah Almighty The Ahl al-Bayt and the Circulating Sunnah Imamate at Childhood The Names of the Imams in the Holy Qurâan The Signs of Qiyamah The Social Implications of Tawhid Verifying the Beliefs The Significance of Reciting "Naad-e-Ali" Glimpses at the Imamate and Khilafate in Islam Ulama and the Validity of Our Beliefs The Untiring Defence of Islam by the Holy Imams (A.S.) The People Who Sacrificed in the Service of Ahlul Bait (A.S.) Introduction to Shia Islam Shia'ism in Morocco Shia Messianism (Mahdawiyyah) The Secret of Choosing the Imams The Origin of Shiaism The Issue of Badaâ and the Tradition of Abu Hamza The Holy Shrines of Ahlul Bayt (A.S.) in Iran The Doctrine of Islam Qabasat (A Quarterly Journal on the Study of Religion) The Concept of Shia Shi'ite Historiography during the Safawid Era The Shâites' Share in Regional Historiography History of the Twelve Imams (A.S.) from the 5th to 8th Centuries Shi'ite Works in Kalam, Hadith and Rijaal The Imam is the Leader of the Human Society Divine Justice, a Principle of Faith Believing in the Justice of Allah Contribution of Shaykh al-Mufid to the Development of Shi'i Jurisprudence Shia in the Light of the Holy Qur'an and Hadith Shiahs and the Holy Qur`an Imamate, the Perfection of Religion (Deen) Imamate, the Divine Appointments The Fundamentals of Religion Ali un-Waliullah in Kalima and Azaan Shīahs and the Purified Sunnah The Companions of the Prophet as seen by the Shia and the Sunnis A Meeting with the Ulama of Najaf The Study of the Creed and Sciences of the Shi'ah Aliyun Waliyullah in the Kalima and Adhan Day of Recompense True Path in this World and in the Hereafter A Martyr Enters Paradise The Intermediary State of Barzakh Calling upon other than Allah Shirk!? Are the Shi'ites Negative Towards the Sahaba? The Successor of the Holy Prophet of Islam (S.A.W.) Visiting the Holy Prophet's Grave Intercession of Prophets and Holy Imams Shia Institutions and the Cultural Rebirth in World of Islam Performing Two Prayers Together Claim of Tahrif of the Holy QurâĂ n The Mushaf (Scroll) of Fatemah? Islamic beliefs (the Pillars of Islam) Shiâi Islam: Origins, Faith and Practices The Concept of Love in the Shi'i Creed Rational Thought in Shi'ism The Knowledge of the Holy Imams (A.S.) The Historical Background of Shi'ism The Spiritual Message of Shi'ism Growth of Shi'ism The Message of Shi'ism Fiqh and Ijtihad in Shia'ism Infallibility of the Holy Imams (A.S.) Intellectual Figures of Shi'ism Shia's Belief in Fate and Destiny Principle of al BadĂ â and Taqiyyah (Dissimulation) The Imams' Knowledge Visiting the Shrines of the Prophets, Imams and Saints Visiting the Shrines of the Prophets, Imams and Saints The Origin of Shiism There is always an Imam There is always an Imam A Brief History of Shiite The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) Seeks Forgiveness for all Shias Obedience to the Imam Let Us Understand Each Other (Shia - Sunni Dialogue) Association of Shia'ism with Imam Ja'far Sadiq(A.S.) Life after Death - Barzakh Why Respect the "Signs" of Allah Imamate: One of the Fundamentals of Faith Who are these Twelve Successors of the Prophet (S.A.W.)? The Merits of the Shia The Qualities of the Shia Islam: The Message of the Prophets The Gospel of the Shiah of Ali (A.S.) Some English Books on Shia Beliefs Shaykh Aqa Buzurg Tehrani: The Author of the Two Bibliographical Encyclopedia Different Arrangements of the Holy Qur'an Shi'ism and Its Types During the Early Centuries Imamate and Leadership (Index) Imamate and Leadership Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21 Chapter 22 Chapter 23 Chapter 24 Chapter 25 The Emergence of Shi'ism and the Shi'ites (Index) Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Invitation to Islam (Index) Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Methods of Religious Thought in Islam (Index) FIRST METHOD: THE FORMAL ASPECT OF RELIGION The Different Facets of the Formal Aspect of Religion Traditions of the Companions The Book and Tradition The Outward and Inward Aspects of the Qur'an The Principles of Interpretation of the Qur'an Hadith The Method of Shi'ism in Authenticating the Hadith The Method of Shi'ism in Following the Hadith Shi'ism and the Transmitted Sciences The Role of Dynamic Faith in an Islamic Society Essence of Tawhid Who are Prophet Muhammad's (S.A.W.) Ahlul Bayt? Man's Situation in the Intermediate Realm(Barzakh) The Day of Resurrection(Qiyamat) Imam Sadiq's Discussion with the Sufis Imam Sadiq's Treatise on the Spoils of Wars and the Obligation of Khums Islam is Completed by the Appointment of Successor Al-Azhar's Verdict Regarding the Shias Shi'ite Scholars in the Field of Principles of Jurisprudence(Usul-ul-Fiqh) Shi'ite Scholars in the Field Of Scholasticism(Al-Kalam) Islam: The Message of the Prophets The Divine Cultural Revolution Shi'ism in Relation to Various Islamic Sects Shi'ite Scholars in the Field of Biography Compilation(Rijal) Great Contribution of Shi'ites to the Quranic Sciences The Famous Shi'ite Exegetists of the Holy Quran The Great Revolutionary Shi'ite Poets Shi'ite Scholars in the Field of Applied Sciences Shi'ites' Contribution to Poetry Arabic Language and Shi'ites Arabic Language and Shi'ites Shi'ism, The Creed Of Love Infallibility of the Prophets (Part I) (Index) Infallibility of the Prophets (Part I) Infallibility of the Prophets (Part II) Infallibility of the Prophets (Part III) Belief of Shia in the Completeness of the Holy Qur'an The Origins of the Shi'as Allegations Against the Shi'a The Fundamentals of Shia'ism On Shiite Characteristics On Signs of the Shiites On Shiite Manners and their Position Near God and their Rights On the Status of Shiites The Method of Shi'ism in Authenticating the Hadith Shi'ism in Relation to Various Islamic Sects An Introduction to Islam Perspectives on the Concept of Love in Islam Introducing the Imams of the Shi'ah Origin of Shi'ism: Political or Religious? What do the Shi'ite Muslims Say Regarding the Revelation? Do the Imams Have Any Authority on the Universe? Are The Shi'ites Negative Towards The Sahaba? Our Belief (A Brief Description of Islam as the Shi'ites Believe) (Index) CHAPTER ONE CHAPTER TWO CHAPTER THREE CHAPTER - FOUR CHAPTER FIVE CHAPTER SIX Theism and Monotheism The Mission of the Prophets The Holy Qur'an and the Scriptures Resurrection and the Life after Death Imamat: The Divine Guidance to Lead People to the Righteous Path The Shi'ite Doctrines and Beliefs The Islamic Shia Ithna-Asheri Media The Shi'ah are (the real) Ahl al-Sunnah Shi'ism: Imamate and Wilayat Al-Muraja'at A Shi'i-Sunni dialogue Ask Those Who Know Then I Was Guided Shiah Islam in Sunni Traditions Inquiries about Shi'a Islam Islamic Beliefs From The Shi'ite Point Of View Shi'ite Religious Thought Divisions Within Shi'ism The Historical Background Of Shi'ism The Origin And Growth Of Shi'ism The Noble Endeavours of the Infallible Imams(A.S.) The Shi'ites Under Attack The Shi'ite Anthology The Shi'ite Islam The Shi'ite Encyclopedia Event of Ghadir Khumm Resurrection Judgement and the Hereafter Rationality of Islam Man and Universe Our Philosophy Story of the Holy Kaâaba and its People The Holy Ahlul Bayt(A.S.) Masoomeen (Infallibles) Ghadir Tradition Tenets of Islam Imam al-Baqir(A.S.) Explains The Ima`mate Imam al-Baqir's Commandments to his Shi'ites What the Holy Prophet of Islam (S.A.W.) Said About Imam Ali (A.S.)? Imamat and Khilafat Imam Ali bin Abi-Talib (A.S.):The Great Martyr in the Cause of Defending Justice Models of Shias' Texts Regarding Monotheism Allah's Confidential Talk To Prophet Jesus (A.S.)Commandment for the Shi'ites Importance of Hajj and Umrah in Hadith Shi'ism in the Course of History Wilayat and Its Scope On the Unity of God Spiritual Life in Islam:Prayer and Supplication Characteristics of the Shi'as of Ahl al-Bayt (A.S) Wisdom of the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.):The Main Pivot of Islamic Unityfor Islamic Scholars Wisdom of the Ahl al-Bayt (A.S.):The Main Pivot of Islamic Unity
Imamate and Leadership Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21 Chapter 22 Chapter 23 Chapter 24 Chapter 25
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6
FIRST METHOD: THE FORMAL ASPECT OF RELIGION The Different Facets of the Formal Aspect of Religion Traditions of the Companions The Book and Tradition The Outward and Inward Aspects of the Qur'an The Principles of Interpretation of the Qur'an Hadith The Method of Shi'ism in Authenticating the Hadith The Method of Shi'ism in Following the Hadith Shi'ism and the Transmitted Sciences
Infallibility of the Prophets (Part I) Infallibility of the Prophets (Part II) Infallibility of the Prophets (Part III)
CHAPTER ONE CHAPTER TWO CHAPTER THREE CHAPTER - FOUR CHAPTER FIVE CHAPTER SIX