Shi'ite Islam
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Ramadhan Retreat
Ramadan is fast slipping away and every Muslim is probably going through that slightly desperate feeling that comes with the knowledge that yet another year is flowing away into the past. This month's article takes an up-beat look at a what Ramadan brings that is so appealing to the Muslim community.
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TRUTH LIVES IN STRANGE PLACES - PART II
Three more tales from the life of Bahlool, a scholar who chose to live a mad man in order to stay alive and educate the masses.
Included is also a link to an online book with lots more of the Adventures of Bahlool :)
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TRUTH LIVES IN STRANGE PLACES
One of the most famous characters of Islamic history is Wahab bin Amr, better known as Bahlool. Through wit, humour and a light hearted look at life, this man taught more wisdom than many a 'stodgy' scholar managed!
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Once upon a Time, Someone didn’t Make a Back-up
After a few months absence - a circumstance entirely my own fault - I'm back with new articles, new words and a few new lessons learnt in the process.
Especially about loss and what it means to a Muslim ...
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CELEBRATING WOMEN IN ISLAM
"...For believing men and women, for devout men and women, for the true men and women, for men and women who are patient and constant, for men and women who humble themselves, for men and women who give charity, for men and women who fast, for men and women who guard their chastity, and for men and women who engage much in Allah's praise - for them has Allah prepared forgiveness and a great reward."
Qur'an: The Clans (Chapter 33), Verse 35
In celebration of women, here is a brief look at the women who have shaped Islam ...
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The Origin of the Shia - Part Two
Continuing the history behind the Shia. So far, we covered the history preceding the death of the Prophet (pbuh) and what an Imam really is in Islam.
This article will look at events just after the death of the Prophet (pbuh) and a brief overview of what happened in the following years.
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The Origin of The Shia - Part One
Although the Shia are thought to have risen as a sect years after the death of the Prophet (pbuh), they are in fact the the very same Muslims who accepted Islam when he first introduced it.
There has never been a seperation between Islam and Shiasm, neither are they two seperate religions.
Here's how they came to be identified by their title...
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Respect, Discipline, Authority and Other Obsolete Terms
With so many children orphaned in least year's Tsunami Tragedy of last year, we take a look at the relationship between parents and their children in Islam. Those of us whose parents are still with us have much to be grateful for and a poetic supplication from the 4th Imam of the Shia may help to express some of the sweetest emotions of the heart ...
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10 and ½ COMMON MYTHS ABOUT MUSLIMS (in no particular order)
So you've heard all the stuff there is to know about Islam and that lot calling themselves 'Moslems' ... but how sure are you that you have your facts right?
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GOD-COLOURED LENSES - A personal account
No major facts, nothing historical ... just a simple story of the day I learnt how to see God.
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Women in Islam
This article is addressed to all women (although men are welcome and encouraged to read it too!)
Many at times, Muslim women are veiwed as the most downtrodden members of the Islamic society. This month's article, takes a look at what Islam has to say for itself on this matter.
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Selective Islam in Pakistan
A look at Islam from the point of view of a celebrity. His journey to self discovery in a country that claims Islam, shows the difference between what is commonly portrayed as Islam and what the followers of the religion see it as.
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Anger - An Islamic Perspective
Anger is the most common 'ailment' faced by the young and old alike. Most of the pain we cause each other has its root in anger. From road rage killings to loud mouth teens, rebellion and injustice all track back to people expressing anger at the wrong time for the wrong reason and in the wrong way.
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PRAYER AND THE MUSLIM
What does prayer mean to the Muslim? Is it different from other faiths and if so then how much? Can Muslims only pray 5 times and only if they are facing Makkah? Do they need to plan everything in advance so they can fit in All God's Business in these restricted timings? Read on to find out...
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Dear Christian, I am a Muslim
An open letter from one Muslim woman to all Christians out there. There are many differences between us but so many similarities as well.
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THE SPIRIT OF SACRIFICE
Sacrifice is an essential part of all faith. Islam is no different. In its history, Muslims find the greatest solace and encouragement in the tragedy of Kerbala nd the sacrifice of Husain...
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HAJJ - A PILGRIMAGE OF BODY AND SOUL
Pilgrimages are a common practice in every faith. Holy journeys that are meant to help the pilgrims delve further into their own souls and discover the depths of their relationship with God.
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ONE AND ONLY GOD
“Ash hadu an la ilaaha illa-llah, Muhammad-ur-Rasoolul-lah, Ali-yun-waleeyul-lah”
“I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, Muhammad is the final Prophet of Allah, Ali is the Chosen Guide of Allah”
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RAMADAN
The month of Ramadan is that in which the Qur'an was revealed, a guidance to men and clear proofs of the guidance and the distinction; therefore whoever of you is present in the month, he shall fast therein ...
(The Cow, 2:185)
Learn about Ramadan, a month for boosting the spiritual self!
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THE NIGHT OF BLESSING
Tonight will be one of the greatest nights of the Islamic Calendar. The full moon filling the sky with it luminous glow is symbolic of the event that this Night of Brilliance preludes ...
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ARE SHIAS MUSLIMS?
A basic introduction to Islam and its tenets of faith with reference to Shiasm
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