This document discusses the concept of rajʿah in Shi'i Islam, which refers to the belief that certain individuals will be resurrected and return to this world before the Day of Judgment. It provides background on the concept, perspectives from Shi'i scholars both past and present on whether it should be taken literally or metaphorically, and evidence from the Quran that resurrection of individuals is possible based on past events. The document aims to explore the topic thoughtfully while noting a range of views exist among Shi'i scholars on the authenticity and interpretation of related narrations.
This document provides context about the battle between Muslims and the Banu Quraidhah Jewish tribe in Medina. It describes the difficult circumstances the Muslims faced with enemies gathering against them. It then details how the Banu Quraidhah betrayed the Muslims by aiding their enemies during the Battle of the Trench. After victory in that battle, the Prophet and his followers laid siege to the Banu Quraidhah. They agreed to accept the judgment of Sa'd bin Mu'adh, who ruled that the men should be killed and the women and children taken as captives. This reflected the severity of their betrayal during a time of war and threat against the Muslims in Medina. The document discusses
The document discusses Paradise and Hell, the final destinations for all of mankind. It states that Paradise and Hell have already been created by Allah and will never cease to exist. Hell is the eternal punishment for disbelievers and those who rebel against Allah's laws, filled with indescribable torment. The document provides definitions of Paradise and Hell and outlines some of their features such as gates, levels, inhabitants, and punishments. It emphasizes reflecting on these destinations to inspire obedience to Allah and fear of the Hellfire.
The document contains several hadiths and passages from the Quran discussing important Islamic concepts like remembrance of Allah, saying prayers like "Subhan Allahi Wa bihamdihi", avoiding longing for death, Allah's patience, best deeds, intercession of Prophet Muhammad on judgement day, and more. It also provides explanations of key terms like Almighty God, five pillars of Islam, six pillars of Iman, and 99 names of Allah.
This slide program explains the finality of Prophethood of Mohammad Ibn Abdullah (SAW) in the light of Quran, Sunnah and opinions of great scholars of past and present
This slide program explains 10 rights of Prophet Mohammad (SAW) upon the Muslims. It is incumbent upon Muslims to learn these and fulfill those as best as possible.
This slide provides the brief details of the event that will occur once soul departed from the body. This will take you a Journey which will occur after death based on Muslim belief.
The document discusses how performing sajdah, or prostration during prayers and other acts of worship, enhances a Muslim's productivity in numerous ways. Sajdah brings one closer to Allah, relieves one from arrogance, frees one from stress, cultivates gratitude, motivates obedience to Allah's commands, causes distress to Satan, and rejuvenates the body and mind. By throwing oneself down in sajdah, a Muslim lifts their status and becomes more effective and efficient in all aspects of life.
Get Your Belief From The Qur-an And The Authentic Prophet TraditionF El Mohdar
This document provides answers to questions about Islamic beliefs based on evidence from the Quran and hadith. It discusses the following key points in 3 sentences or less:
1. Allah created humans to worship Him alone and associate no partners with Him. Seeking help from other than Allah is considered polytheism (shirk), the greatest sin.
2. Worship (ibadah) includes all that pleases Allah such as prayers, supplications, and good deeds, which should be done according to the Quran and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
3. Having faith in Allah alone, sincerely devoting acts to Him according to his teachings, are conditions for deeds to be accepted. Associ
This document provides context about the battle between Muslims and the Banu Quraidhah Jewish tribe in Medina. It describes the difficult circumstances the Muslims faced with enemies gathering against them. It then details how the Banu Quraidhah betrayed the Muslims by aiding their enemies during the Battle of the Trench. After victory in that battle, the Prophet and his followers laid siege to the Banu Quraidhah. They agreed to accept the judgment of Sa'd bin Mu'adh, who ruled that the men should be killed and the women and children taken as captives. This reflected the severity of their betrayal during a time of war and threat against the Muslims in Medina. The document discusses
The document discusses Paradise and Hell, the final destinations for all of mankind. It states that Paradise and Hell have already been created by Allah and will never cease to exist. Hell is the eternal punishment for disbelievers and those who rebel against Allah's laws, filled with indescribable torment. The document provides definitions of Paradise and Hell and outlines some of their features such as gates, levels, inhabitants, and punishments. It emphasizes reflecting on these destinations to inspire obedience to Allah and fear of the Hellfire.
The document contains several hadiths and passages from the Quran discussing important Islamic concepts like remembrance of Allah, saying prayers like "Subhan Allahi Wa bihamdihi", avoiding longing for death, Allah's patience, best deeds, intercession of Prophet Muhammad on judgement day, and more. It also provides explanations of key terms like Almighty God, five pillars of Islam, six pillars of Iman, and 99 names of Allah.
This slide program explains the finality of Prophethood of Mohammad Ibn Abdullah (SAW) in the light of Quran, Sunnah and opinions of great scholars of past and present
This slide program explains 10 rights of Prophet Mohammad (SAW) upon the Muslims. It is incumbent upon Muslims to learn these and fulfill those as best as possible.
This slide provides the brief details of the event that will occur once soul departed from the body. This will take you a Journey which will occur after death based on Muslim belief.
The document discusses how performing sajdah, or prostration during prayers and other acts of worship, enhances a Muslim's productivity in numerous ways. Sajdah brings one closer to Allah, relieves one from arrogance, frees one from stress, cultivates gratitude, motivates obedience to Allah's commands, causes distress to Satan, and rejuvenates the body and mind. By throwing oneself down in sajdah, a Muslim lifts their status and becomes more effective and efficient in all aspects of life.
Get Your Belief From The Qur-an And The Authentic Prophet TraditionF El Mohdar
This document provides answers to questions about Islamic beliefs based on evidence from the Quran and hadith. It discusses the following key points in 3 sentences or less:
1. Allah created humans to worship Him alone and associate no partners with Him. Seeking help from other than Allah is considered polytheism (shirk), the greatest sin.
2. Worship (ibadah) includes all that pleases Allah such as prayers, supplications, and good deeds, which should be done according to the Quran and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
3. Having faith in Allah alone, sincerely devoting acts to Him according to his teachings, are conditions for deeds to be accepted. Associ
Slaves of the all merciful (english) by mohsen shaker al bayoumitopbottom1
The document is a summary of a book titled "Slaves of the All-Merciful" translated by Abd an-Nur Anthony Brewer.
The summary discusses:
1. The first chapter of the book, which describes humility as the first quality of the "slaves of the All-Merciful." It notes hadith stating those who humble themselves before Allah will be raised in status.
2. A brief introduction explaining the book will describe qualities of those near to Allah and notes hadith praising companions gathered in remembrance of Allah.
3. The conclusion says to attain the high ranks of being Allah's slave, one must follow the footsteps of the prophets and companions through
Scattered pearls on Ramadan || Australian Islamic Library || www.australianis...Muhammad Nabeel Musharraf
This document discusses the condition of the early Muslims (Salaf) during Ramadan and how Muslims should prepare for Ramadan. It notes that the Salaf were intensely focused on worshipping Allah during Ramadan through acts like fasting, prayer, and reciting the Quran. It emphasizes the importance of learning the rulings of fasting so one can properly observe the fast and gain its rewards. Muslims should prepare by gaining religious knowledge of fasting protocols before Ramadan begins so they can maximize their worship.
This document provides an overview of the collection and preservation of the Quran. It discusses:
1) The Quran was initially revealed to the Prophet Muhammad piecemeal over 23 years and was preserved orally by many of his companions.
2) During the caliphate of Abu Bakr, the Quran was collected in written form for the first time due to concerns that parts may be lost with deaths in battles.
3) During the caliphate of Uthman, the Quran was fully standardized with one complete written version to resolve disputes between regional recitations.
4) The Quran has been meticulously preserved without any changes or errors since the time of the Prophet Muhammad
The document discusses the importance and benefits of memorizing and studying the Quran. It states that memorizing the Quran will allow one to ascend to higher levels of Paradise, as the Prophet said one's level in Paradise is determined by the last verse they recited. It also notes that the Quran will intercede for those who memorize it on the Day of Judgment. Overall, the document encourages memorizing and reflecting on the Quran to gain spiritual benefits both in this life and the hereafter.
The document discusses why prayer is important for Muslims. It explains that prayer helps humans recognize their weakness before Allah and show gratitude for Allah's blessings. It describes how the Prophet Muhammad was first instructed to pray by the angel Gabriel. Prayer allows believers to spiritually ascend and communicate with Allah five times daily. The document emphasizes that prayer is a pillar of Islam that strengthens one's faith, and neglecting prayer can lead one towards disbelief.
This document provides an overview of the merits and spiritual benefits of performing the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca according to Islamic teachings. It discusses how pilgrims are forgiven of sins and purified of wrongdoings. Satan is said to appear in a weakened state during Hajj, recognizing the pilgrims' devotion to God alone. The document also highlights sayings of Muhammad emphasizing the rewards of Hajj, including direct entry into Paradise. Circumambulation of the Kaaba is described as a meritorious act. The Black Stone of the Kaaba is said to testify for pilgrims on the Day of Resurrection.
This document provides information about Surah Al-Ikhlas (Chapter 112 of the Quran). It discusses the meaning and themes of monotheism/tawhid in the surah. Key points include:
1) Surah Al-Ikhlas affirms the oneness of Allah and that He begets not nor was He begotten.
2) It is considered one of the most important surahs regarding the concept of tawhid (monotheism).
3) The Prophet Muhammad instructed that Allah loves those who recite this surah often due to its emphasis on Allah's qualities.
4) The surah was revealed to emphasize monotheism in response
The document discusses beliefs about angels in Islam. It defines angels as created from light to carry out God's commands. Angels do not eat, drink, get tired or bored. They differ in size and status, with Gabriel being the largest. Their duties include conveying revelations, directing rain, blowing the trumpet on Judgment Day, and taking souls at death. They also protect and record human deeds. The document provides details on various angels like Michael, the angel of death, and the angels questioning in the grave.
This document discusses the importance and benefits of supplication (du'a) in Islam. It begins by providing several hadiths emphasizing Allah's willingness to forgive those who ask forgiveness. It then outlines proper etiquette for supplication, such as sincerity, humility, and asking only for good. Optimum times for du'a are discussed, including late nights, Fridays, and during prayer. Recommended supplications for various situations are also mentioned. The overall message is that du'a is a crucial form of worship that Allah commands and that opens the doors of mercy.
1. The document contains 17 short du'as (supplications) from the Quran that begin with invoking Allah by one of His names, Rabb.
2. Each du'a is 1-2 sentences and is accompanied by 1-2 paragraphs providing context and teachings from the du'a.
3. The du'as seek forgiveness for sins, ask for guidance, faith, steadfastness, mercy, victory over disbelievers, and not to be disgraced on the Day of Judgment. Overall the document compiles concise Quranic supplications and accompanying lessons.
Preparing For The Day Of Judgement By Ibn Hajarcreatorsslave
This document provides a summary of counsels and advice in groups of three, as compiled by Imam Ibn Hajar al-`Asqalani. It includes sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, his companions, and other pious predecessors. They emphasize preparing for the day of judgement by focusing on obedience to Allah, avoiding sins and worldly distractions, seeking knowledge, and making provisions through good deeds.
This document contains sections from Al-Ghazali's Ihya Ulum al-Din discussing the merits of invoking blessings, remembrance of Allah and the Prophet Muhammad. It provides hadith and verses from the Quran emphasizing the importance of invoking blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad and seeking forgiveness from Allah. Umar ibn al-Khattab's speech mourning the Prophet's death highlights Muhammad's great merit and status above all others in Allah's sight. The document praises the Prophet's humility and virtues.
A brief study of Allah, our Creator Most High; Allāh’s Lordship and Right to Be Worshipped; reality and categories of tawhīd; concepts of shirk. how people commit the most heinous crime of associating partners with Allah, and how they seek to justify it under false pretexts.
This document provides a summary of Islamic rulings and teachings related to death, funerals, and the afterlife. It begins with reminders about the inevitability of death from Quranic verses and hadith. It then outlines regulations for caring for the sick and deceased, permissible and prohibited actions for mourners, announcing the death, washing and shrouding the body. It discusses the funeral prayer and burial process. It provides guidance on consoling mourners, acts that benefit the deceased, and visiting graves. It warns against bidah. Finally, it discusses Islamic wills. The overall aim is to guide Muslims according to the Quran and Sunnah during times of death.
70 matters related to fasting || Australian Islamic Library || www.australian...Muhammad Nabeel Musharraf
This document provides information about fasting during the month of Ramadan from the website of the Australian Islamic Library. It begins with definitions of fasting and an overview of the religious ruling that fasting during Ramadan is obligatory for Muslims based on Quranic verses and hadith. It then discusses some of the virtues of fasting, including that fasting was chosen by God and He will reward it greatly. The document provides examples from hadith about rewards for fasting, such as fasting interceding for a person on Judgment Day. It aims to inform Muslims about the rulings and etiquette of fasting during Ramadan.
This document discusses the Islamic perspective on dealing with tragedies and calamities. It begins by defining tragedies as events causing great suffering. It then cites Quranic verses indicating that trials are promised for believers to test their faith. The document outlines several reasons for calamities according to Islam, such as being a test of patience or means of expiation of sins. It provides hadiths emphasizing the rewards of patience during hardships and trusting in Allah's mercy. Overall, the document advises accepting calamities with patience, as this raises one's status with Allah, and not to despair as great rewards come from great trials.
1. The document describes events from the Prophet's night journey (Isra) from Makkah to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven (Mi'raj).
2. During the journey, the Prophet greeted past prophets like Adam, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus in different heavens. He was also shown signs of Paradise and Hell.
3. The number of daily prayers Muslims must perform was negotiated down from 50 to 5 through a conversation between the Prophet and Moses.
4. After returning to Makkah, the Prophet shared knowledge gained from his miraculous nighttime journey, bringing guidance for Muslims.
What happens in the barzakh? (Hereafter, Islamic belief, afterlife)Amina Inloes
According to Islamic belief, the afterlife commences with the barzakh. After death, souls move on to the barzakh, where they experience many things, until the blow of the trumpet and the subsequent arrival of the Day of Judgment. This PowerPoint presentation examines what happens in that time in the barzakh according to Qur'an and hadith (especially from the Shi'i school of thought). Large file size is due to embedded video clips.
Among the signs of Allah mentioned in the document are:
1. Every soul shall taste death.
2. Jesus will return, break the cross, and judge mankind according to the Quran.
3. The coming of Al-Dajjal (Antichrist) and the signs that will accompany him.
Slaves of the all merciful (english) by mohsen shaker al bayoumitopbottom1
The document is a summary of a book titled "Slaves of the All-Merciful" translated by Abd an-Nur Anthony Brewer.
The summary discusses:
1. The first chapter of the book, which describes humility as the first quality of the "slaves of the All-Merciful." It notes hadith stating those who humble themselves before Allah will be raised in status.
2. A brief introduction explaining the book will describe qualities of those near to Allah and notes hadith praising companions gathered in remembrance of Allah.
3. The conclusion says to attain the high ranks of being Allah's slave, one must follow the footsteps of the prophets and companions through
Scattered pearls on Ramadan || Australian Islamic Library || www.australianis...Muhammad Nabeel Musharraf
This document discusses the condition of the early Muslims (Salaf) during Ramadan and how Muslims should prepare for Ramadan. It notes that the Salaf were intensely focused on worshipping Allah during Ramadan through acts like fasting, prayer, and reciting the Quran. It emphasizes the importance of learning the rulings of fasting so one can properly observe the fast and gain its rewards. Muslims should prepare by gaining religious knowledge of fasting protocols before Ramadan begins so they can maximize their worship.
This document provides an overview of the collection and preservation of the Quran. It discusses:
1) The Quran was initially revealed to the Prophet Muhammad piecemeal over 23 years and was preserved orally by many of his companions.
2) During the caliphate of Abu Bakr, the Quran was collected in written form for the first time due to concerns that parts may be lost with deaths in battles.
3) During the caliphate of Uthman, the Quran was fully standardized with one complete written version to resolve disputes between regional recitations.
4) The Quran has been meticulously preserved without any changes or errors since the time of the Prophet Muhammad
The document discusses the importance and benefits of memorizing and studying the Quran. It states that memorizing the Quran will allow one to ascend to higher levels of Paradise, as the Prophet said one's level in Paradise is determined by the last verse they recited. It also notes that the Quran will intercede for those who memorize it on the Day of Judgment. Overall, the document encourages memorizing and reflecting on the Quran to gain spiritual benefits both in this life and the hereafter.
The document discusses why prayer is important for Muslims. It explains that prayer helps humans recognize their weakness before Allah and show gratitude for Allah's blessings. It describes how the Prophet Muhammad was first instructed to pray by the angel Gabriel. Prayer allows believers to spiritually ascend and communicate with Allah five times daily. The document emphasizes that prayer is a pillar of Islam that strengthens one's faith, and neglecting prayer can lead one towards disbelief.
This document provides an overview of the merits and spiritual benefits of performing the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca according to Islamic teachings. It discusses how pilgrims are forgiven of sins and purified of wrongdoings. Satan is said to appear in a weakened state during Hajj, recognizing the pilgrims' devotion to God alone. The document also highlights sayings of Muhammad emphasizing the rewards of Hajj, including direct entry into Paradise. Circumambulation of the Kaaba is described as a meritorious act. The Black Stone of the Kaaba is said to testify for pilgrims on the Day of Resurrection.
This document provides information about Surah Al-Ikhlas (Chapter 112 of the Quran). It discusses the meaning and themes of monotheism/tawhid in the surah. Key points include:
1) Surah Al-Ikhlas affirms the oneness of Allah and that He begets not nor was He begotten.
2) It is considered one of the most important surahs regarding the concept of tawhid (monotheism).
3) The Prophet Muhammad instructed that Allah loves those who recite this surah often due to its emphasis on Allah's qualities.
4) The surah was revealed to emphasize monotheism in response
The document discusses beliefs about angels in Islam. It defines angels as created from light to carry out God's commands. Angels do not eat, drink, get tired or bored. They differ in size and status, with Gabriel being the largest. Their duties include conveying revelations, directing rain, blowing the trumpet on Judgment Day, and taking souls at death. They also protect and record human deeds. The document provides details on various angels like Michael, the angel of death, and the angels questioning in the grave.
This document discusses the importance and benefits of supplication (du'a) in Islam. It begins by providing several hadiths emphasizing Allah's willingness to forgive those who ask forgiveness. It then outlines proper etiquette for supplication, such as sincerity, humility, and asking only for good. Optimum times for du'a are discussed, including late nights, Fridays, and during prayer. Recommended supplications for various situations are also mentioned. The overall message is that du'a is a crucial form of worship that Allah commands and that opens the doors of mercy.
1. The document contains 17 short du'as (supplications) from the Quran that begin with invoking Allah by one of His names, Rabb.
2. Each du'a is 1-2 sentences and is accompanied by 1-2 paragraphs providing context and teachings from the du'a.
3. The du'as seek forgiveness for sins, ask for guidance, faith, steadfastness, mercy, victory over disbelievers, and not to be disgraced on the Day of Judgment. Overall the document compiles concise Quranic supplications and accompanying lessons.
Preparing For The Day Of Judgement By Ibn Hajarcreatorsslave
This document provides a summary of counsels and advice in groups of three, as compiled by Imam Ibn Hajar al-`Asqalani. It includes sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, his companions, and other pious predecessors. They emphasize preparing for the day of judgement by focusing on obedience to Allah, avoiding sins and worldly distractions, seeking knowledge, and making provisions through good deeds.
This document contains sections from Al-Ghazali's Ihya Ulum al-Din discussing the merits of invoking blessings, remembrance of Allah and the Prophet Muhammad. It provides hadith and verses from the Quran emphasizing the importance of invoking blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad and seeking forgiveness from Allah. Umar ibn al-Khattab's speech mourning the Prophet's death highlights Muhammad's great merit and status above all others in Allah's sight. The document praises the Prophet's humility and virtues.
A brief study of Allah, our Creator Most High; Allāh’s Lordship and Right to Be Worshipped; reality and categories of tawhīd; concepts of shirk. how people commit the most heinous crime of associating partners with Allah, and how they seek to justify it under false pretexts.
This document provides a summary of Islamic rulings and teachings related to death, funerals, and the afterlife. It begins with reminders about the inevitability of death from Quranic verses and hadith. It then outlines regulations for caring for the sick and deceased, permissible and prohibited actions for mourners, announcing the death, washing and shrouding the body. It discusses the funeral prayer and burial process. It provides guidance on consoling mourners, acts that benefit the deceased, and visiting graves. It warns against bidah. Finally, it discusses Islamic wills. The overall aim is to guide Muslims according to the Quran and Sunnah during times of death.
70 matters related to fasting || Australian Islamic Library || www.australian...Muhammad Nabeel Musharraf
This document provides information about fasting during the month of Ramadan from the website of the Australian Islamic Library. It begins with definitions of fasting and an overview of the religious ruling that fasting during Ramadan is obligatory for Muslims based on Quranic verses and hadith. It then discusses some of the virtues of fasting, including that fasting was chosen by God and He will reward it greatly. The document provides examples from hadith about rewards for fasting, such as fasting interceding for a person on Judgment Day. It aims to inform Muslims about the rulings and etiquette of fasting during Ramadan.
This document discusses the Islamic perspective on dealing with tragedies and calamities. It begins by defining tragedies as events causing great suffering. It then cites Quranic verses indicating that trials are promised for believers to test their faith. The document outlines several reasons for calamities according to Islam, such as being a test of patience or means of expiation of sins. It provides hadiths emphasizing the rewards of patience during hardships and trusting in Allah's mercy. Overall, the document advises accepting calamities with patience, as this raises one's status with Allah, and not to despair as great rewards come from great trials.
1. The document describes events from the Prophet's night journey (Isra) from Makkah to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven (Mi'raj).
2. During the journey, the Prophet greeted past prophets like Adam, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus in different heavens. He was also shown signs of Paradise and Hell.
3. The number of daily prayers Muslims must perform was negotiated down from 50 to 5 through a conversation between the Prophet and Moses.
4. After returning to Makkah, the Prophet shared knowledge gained from his miraculous nighttime journey, bringing guidance for Muslims.
What happens in the barzakh? (Hereafter, Islamic belief, afterlife)Amina Inloes
According to Islamic belief, the afterlife commences with the barzakh. After death, souls move on to the barzakh, where they experience many things, until the blow of the trumpet and the subsequent arrival of the Day of Judgment. This PowerPoint presentation examines what happens in that time in the barzakh according to Qur'an and hadith (especially from the Shi'i school of thought). Large file size is due to embedded video clips.
Among the signs of Allah mentioned in the document are:
1. Every soul shall taste death.
2. Jesus will return, break the cross, and judge mankind according to the Quran.
3. The coming of Al-Dajjal (Antichrist) and the signs that will accompany him.
The document discusses several hadiths and verses from the Quran about the impermanence and insignificance of worldly life compared to the afterlife. It provides warnings against becoming too attached to worldly gains and pleasures. The hadiths emphasize focusing on good deeds, avoiding doubtful matters, being content with what one has, and preparing for the Day of Judgment rather than desiring worldly attractions.
The document discusses Islamic beliefs about the Last Day and its signs. It covers several topics including belief in the Last Day as a pillar of faith, the major and minor signs of the Last Day prior to Judgment Day, death and the journey of the soul, questioning in the grave, and rewards and punishments experienced in the grave until Judgment Day. The document provides details from hadith and Quranic verses to support the various beliefs.
The document discusses the Quran as the primary source of Islamic law. It provides background on the Quran, including how it was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through Angel Gabriel in various forms like dreams or directly into his heart. It was compiled first during the Prophet's life, then under caliphs Abu Bakr and Uthman. There are 114 chapters and over 6000 verses. The chapters decrease in length and are arranged from longest to shortest. It provides lists of the chapters and discusses its authority as the basis of Islamic jurisprudence.
This document is an introduction to a book titled "The Approach of Armageddon? An Islamic Perspective" by Shaykh Muhammad Hisham Kabbani. It discusses hadith of the Prophet Muhammad that predicted scientific discoveries and world events of the end times. The introduction explains how the Quran and hadith contain scientific knowledge well ahead of their times. It also summarizes hadith about signs that will precede the Day of Judgment, including increased knowledge but decreased scholars, and the spread of injustice. The introduction aims to show how Islamic teachings can help Muslims understand modern science and events through the prophetic knowledge found in religious texts.
This document summarizes and discusses Surah Maryam from the Quran. It begins by listing the main topics covered in the surah, which include the births of Yahya and Isa to miraculously barren mothers, the story of Ibrahim and his father, and a warning to Christians. It then provides historical context, noting that parts of the surah were recited by Jafar ibn Abi Talib in the court of the King of Abyssinia to defend Muslims who had migrated there. The surah aims to educate Muslims about Christianity and the true status of Isa. It concludes by saying the surah served as provision and knowledge for Muslims in their new home.
The day of judgement and the life in the hereafterWaleed Liaqat
The document discusses Islamic beliefs about the Day of Judgement according to the Quran. It covers:
1) Belief in the Day of Judgement is a core Islamic belief mentioned frequently in the Quran.
2) Death leads to a temporary afterlife state called Barzakh until the Day of Judgement when souls and bodies are reunited.
3) Signs of the Day of Judgement's nearness include major signs like the return of Jesus and minor signs already occurring.
4) On the Day of Judgement, souls will be resurrected and judged, some sent to Heaven and others to Hell based on their deeds.
The document discusses Muhammad as the "Perfect Man" in Islam. It provides several Quranic verses that instruct Muslims to obey Muhammad and portray him as an excellent example. It also describes some controversial aspects of Muhammad's life, such as executing prisoners of war and beheading his enemies. Overall, the document examines Muhammad's legacy and influence as the prophet of Islam who Muslims are instructed to emulate.
1) Upon death, angels descend from heaven and sit around the believer's soul, which emerges easily from the body.
2) The soul is carried to heaven's gates and accompanied through each heaven until reaching Allah. It is then returned to the body.
3) Two angels question the soul about faith in Allah and Islam, and declare the soul will enter paradise for speaking the truth. The grave is enlarged and a man brings good news of rewards in the afterlife.
The document summarizes the major events that will occur on the Day of Resurrection according to Islamic theology. It begins by discussing life after death and the importance of believing in the last day. The first event discussed is the souls returning to their bodies after mankind falls dead from the blowing of the horn. The souls will remain dispersed until after bodies are recreated, then upon the second blowing of the horn, the souls will return to their bodies to stand for judgment.
This document provides information about Surah Al-Ma'arij (The Ascending Stairways), the 70th surah of the Quran. It discusses the introduction and central theme, benefits of reciting the surah, content and tafsir (interpretation) of select ayahs (verses). Key details include that the surah warns the Quraysh leadership about denying judgment day, urges the Prophet Muhammad to persevere, and rewards believers with paradise for their good deeds.
This document provides an overview of an Islamic Studies course being taught at Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari Institute of technology for the 2014-15 academic year. The course will cover topics including the Quran, Hadith, Islamic theology, history, culture, jurisprudence, and ethics. It will also cover Arabic Islamic terms. The goal is for students to understand Islamic beliefs and practices and learn skills to research topics in their chosen fields while strengthening Islamic values in society.
This document discusses Islamic monotheism and warns against shirk (associating partners with Allah). It summarizes the key messages of prophets including belief in one God and following His commandments. While the pre-Islamic Arabs acknowledged Allah as creator, they erred by worshipping idols and seeking intercession from the dead. The document cautions that certain modern Muslim practices like building shrines for saints resemble pre-Islamic shirk. It affirms that only Allah possesses knowledge of the unseen and that the dead cannot hear supplications or intercede, as this would associate divine attributes with other than Allah.
This document contains several hadiths from the Prophet Muhammad pertaining to wind, rain, and other elements. It discusses proper supplications regarding wind, prohibitions against cursing or attributing rain to anything other than Allah. It also contains hadiths about the false messiah or anti-Christ, including that he will cause artificial rain and make water appear as fire and fire as water. Finally, it mentions hadiths about fever coming from hellfire, repentance until the sun rises from the west, and the intense heat from the sun on the Day of Resurrection.
1) The document discusses various trials and tests that humans face according to Islamic scripture. It provides Quranic verses stating that humans will be tested through their wealth, health, and faith.
2) Trials serve purposes like increasing faith, forgiving sins, differentiating true believers from hypocrites, and allowing truth to prevail. Examples of prophets facing trials are given.
3) Facing trials with patience is emphasized, as is trusting in Allah during difficulties and entrusting one's affairs to Him during times of opposition.
The document summarizes Islamic beliefs about the soul and its journey after death. It discusses that the soul enters the human body during gestation. After death, angels question the soul in the grave about faith in Muhammad and Islam. Believers experience ease in the grave while non-believers face punishment for sins like hypocrisy or disbelief. The period between death and resurrection when souls remain in graves or barzakh involves punishment for evils and reward for good deeds. Souls will face further reckoning on the Day of Judgment.
The document provides information about various aspects of the Last Day in 3 paragraphs:
1) It discusses some of the names for the Last Day like the Day of Great Gathering and Day of Standing, which signify the importance of everyone being gathered and standing before God. It also notes approximately one third of the Quran covers details of the Hereafter.
2) It lists some of the major signs that will occur before the Last Day like the smoke, Dajjal (Antichrist), Gog and Magog, and fire coming from Yemen. It also mentions the descent of Jesus who will kill Dajjal.
3) It describes what will happen on the Last Day itself, including the blowing of
This document provides a summary of key facts about the Quran in 21 points. It notes that the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad in the Cave of Hira. It was sent down from the preserved tablet to heaven and then revealed over 23 years. There are 114 surahs, 6235 total verses, and the most mentioned prophet is Musa. It provides details on the longest and shortest surahs, terms mentioned, names of angels, and more. The document then provides a brief overview of Surah Al-Fatihah, including its meaning and virtues. [END SUMMARY]
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Do you want to learn more about the Qur'an, but don't know where to start? Unsure of how to choose a translation of the Qur'an? What Shi'i commentaries are available? Do we have any hadith about approaching the Qur'an? This presentation should give you some great ideas for how to get started or how to build on the knowledge that you already have!
The rationale of taqlid and the marja‘iyyahAmina Inloes
Overview of common viewpoints regarding the following a marja' al-taqlid among contemporary Twelver Shi'is. Used in a workshop in 2015. May be of use to some of you.
Imam Kazim (A), Hisham ibn al-Hakam, and the IntellectAmina Inloes
Discussion of a lengthy hadith on the intellect ('aql) narrated from Imam Musa al-Kazim (A) in al-Kafi to Hisham ibn al-Hakam. Suggestions for further reading/listening at end.
Presented at Mahfil Ali in London, UK.
Ramadan: Shaping your Destiny (Preparing for the month of Ramadan)Amina Inloes
Workshop delivered for IUS (Islamic Unity Society) London in May 2017. Feel free to adapt or reuse!
Activity-oriented (for participants to do) rather than lecture-oriented.
The hadith are reproduced from The Scale of Wisdom: A Compendium of Shi'i Hadith, and the du'as are primarily found in Twelver Shi'i sources.
Exploring Surah al-Kahf ("The Cave") in the Qur'anAmina Inloes
What are the main ideas of Surah al-Kahf? What stories are in it? How do they connect to each other, and how do different people understand them? Use this PowerPoint as a guide to help explore that question! QConference, Tawheed Institute, Sydney, 2016
Suggested resource: Translation of Surah al-Kahf from The Study Qur'an, ed. S. H. Nasr
Literature on women in Islam frequently focuses only on the Sunni majority tradition. What about women in Shi'ism? Is literature on women in Islam equally applicable? Are women discussed in literature on Shi'ism in general? What sort of problems and assumptions can be derived from a discussion about literature on women in Shi'ism? This presentation surveys prominent books and articles on women in Islam, Shi'ism, and women in Shi'ism to explore these questions. (Note: For audio commentary - which would probably be extremely helpful - check in with www.islamic-college.ac.uk to find a video of the webinar that I used this presentation with.)
Ever wondered...what are hadith? (Narrations from the Prophet Muhammad) Where do they come from? What do they say? Why are they important? Explore the second most important scriptural source in Islam through this exciting presentation.
How to Approach Tafsir al-Mizan (by 'Allamah Tabataba'i) - Quran Conference, ...Amina Inloes
Tafsir al-Mizan is an erudite but challenging work. This PowerPopint consists of two sections: (a) an overview of the life of the author, 'Allamah Muhammad Husayn Tabataba'i, and (b) an overview of the structure and style of Tafsir al-Mizan, with examples.
Presented at QConference, September 2016, by the Tawheed Institute in Australia which is translating Tafsir al-Mizan in its entirety.
VIdeo should be available shortly via the Tawheed Institute.
Large file size is due to the embedded video clip and embedded fonts.
Recommended supplementary material: (a) Article on 'Allamah Tabataba'i by Hamid Algar, and (b) Shining Sun, trans. Tawus Raja.
Does God exist, and how do we know? Workshop on tawhid at Camp UK, 2016. 4 classical proofs of God (Allah) found in Qur'an and hadith which are used across religious and philosophical traditions. Suggestions for discussion and personal reflection.
The document summarizes Jesus' portrayal in the Qur'an. It discusses that while some stories of Jesus are similar to the Christian Bible, the Qur'an presents different interpretations. It outlines Jesus' miraculous birth, miracles performed during his life like healing and raising the dead, and that he is considered a prophet and servant of God in Islam. The Qur'an is interpreted as saying Jesus was not crucified but raised to heaven. It also references the Islamic belief that Jesus will return at the end of time alongside the Mahdi to defeat evil.
Essential Spirituality: An Islamic PerspectiveAmina Inloes
An Islamic perspective on Roger Walsh's Essential Spirituality: The 7 Central Practices to Awaken Heart and Mind. Presented at the Al Mahdi Retreat in Florida, USA (December 2015) by Amina Inloes.
Are women deficient in intellect? Women in Nahj al-Balagha (Imam 'Ali)Amina Inloes
A detailed analysis of the hadith (narration) "Women are deficient in faith and intellect) attributed to Imam 'Ali ibn Abi Talib in Nahj al-Balaghah.
Full article: https://www.academia.edu/19596990/Was_Imam_Ali_a_Misogynist_The_Portrayal_of_Women_in_Nahj_al-Balaghah_and_Kitab_Sulaym_ibn_Qays
Video to accompany PowerPoint: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ci0zhDf0r3g
By Amina Inloes
Critical Thinking: Islam and the Media in the UKAmina Inloes
An interactive workshop encouraging critical thinking skills exploring portrayals of Muslims in the UK media, including racial and gender stereotyping, and portrayals of the hijab, terrorism, and violence. Age: Teenagers and above.
Presentation by Amina Inloes and presented first at Camp UK, 2015.
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Can Children Believe? In Honour of the Birthday of Imam 'Ali (A)Amina Inloes
LECTURE AVAILABLE AT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtM9mbBYD_Y
Discussion of Qur'an and hadith as well as research in child development and religion focusing on the book Born Believers: The Science of Children's Religious Belief by Justin Barrett.
Video of lecture and Q&A to be uploaded soon!
Presentation at Mahfil Ali by Amina Inloes
This document discusses Islam's teachings about caring for the environment and nature. It highlights how various Islamic practices like prayer times, the Qiblah direction, and moon sighting keep Muslims connected to nature. It provides examples from the Quran and hadiths emphasizing stewardship of the earth and prohibiting corruption and wastefulness of resources. The document offers suggestions for how Muslims can raise environmental awareness in their communities and care for plants, animals, food, water, clothing and other resources in sustainable ways as required by their faith.
Race in our Portrayals of Karbala - presented at Mahfil Ali, November 2014. How does the way we tell sacred history send messages about race? Special focus on Jawn ibn Huwayy. Also see article "Racial Othering in Shi'i Sacred History: Jawn the 'African Slave' and the Ethnicities of the Twelve Imams". Video of lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0JDfELRiBg
Women in the Qur'an: Breaking StereotypesAmina Inloes
How are women in sacred history portrayed in the Qur'an? Does the Qur'an prescribe one role for women? Are women inherently the same - good or bad - or are women varied human beings? Use this presentation to begin to explore that question.
Presented at MGUSAC conference December 2014. Video available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPrFIOOoPyk&feature=youtu.be
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Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty, In...Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
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This presentation was provided by Steph Pollock of The American Psychological Association’s Journals Program, and Damita Snow, of The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), for the initial session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session One: 'Setting Expectations: a DEIA Primer,' was held June 6, 2024.
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
The Raj'ah - the Return (Shi'i theology and eschatology)
1. REFLECTIONS ON THE RAJʿAH
THE RETURN
Amina Inloes
a.inloes@islamic-college.ac.uk
Please note that I strongly recommend that this presentation be delivered by someone who is very familiar with this subject, as well
as the span of views on it by Shi‘i scholars, and who is able to speak thoughtfully on the question of the reliability of the narrations
that are discussed. I am not implying that all the prophecies, narrations, or ideas included here are authentic or correct, jut that they
exist (nor am I implying the opposite). However, I am uploading it for reference, in case it is useful to someone.
2. WHAT IS THE RAJʿAH?
خصمنتخب ،البصائردْعَسنَعْنباىَسيعَوْنبايبَأابََّطخْالنَعَبْاليطْنَزْنَعادَّمَحْنبَانَمْثُعْنَع
دَّمَحُمْنبمْلسُمَلاَقُتْعمَسَان َرْمُحَْنبَنَيْعَأَواَبَأابََّطخْالانَثدَحُييعامَجَلْبَقْنَأَثدُْحيُوبَأَخْالابَّطاَم
َثَدْحَأاَمُهَّنَأاَعمَساَبَأْدبَعَّاّللعُلوُقَيُل َّوَأْنَمَقشْنَتَ ْالُض ْرُهْنَعَوُعج ْرَيىَلإاَيْنالدُْنيَسُحْالْبُنيلَعع
َوَّنإَةَعْجَّالرْتَسْيَلةَّماَعبَوَيهةَّصَاخَلُعج ْرَيَّلإْنَمَمَضَحَانَمي ْاْلضاْحَمْوَأَضَحَمَك ْرالشضْحَما.
“The first person who will come forth from the earth and return is al-
Husayn ibn ‘Ali (A). The raj‘ah is not for everyone; rather, it is
specifically for those who have absolute faith or absolute shirk.” (Bihar
al-Anwar, vol. 53, #1)
• Also referred to as al-karrah
• Literally, the return to life of the best and the worst near the end of time
• A boundary line between Sunni and Twelver Shiʿi beliefs; also between Twelver Shiʿis and other groups
• Not reincarnation
• Metaphorical explanations?
• Range of views among Shiʿi scholars
• Do you have to believe in it to be a Twelver Shiʿi?
ليسمنالم منيؤمنبكرتناويستحلمتعتنا
“A person who does not believe in our return or
acknowledge the permissibility of mutʿah is not
from us.” – Imam al-Sadiq (A) in al-Faqih
“Our belief concerning the rajʿah is that it is a fact…. Allah says: “Think of those of old, who went forth from their habitations
in their thousands, fearing death, and Allah said to them, Die, and then Allah brought them back to life” (Qur'an 2:243)… and
belief in reincarnation is incorrect, because it involves denying Paradise and Hell.” – Shaykh al-Saduq (d. 991 AD)
3. IS IT POSSIBLE?
The short answer:
َب َرَض َوَانَللَثَمَيَسن َوُهَقَْلخَۖلاَقَمْنييْحُيَامَظعْالَيه َويمم َر.ْلُقاَهييْحُي
يذَّالَاهََأشْنَأَل َّوَأةَّرَمَۖوُه َولُكبَخقْليملَع...َْسيَل َوَأيذَّالَخَقَلات َاوَمَّسال
َض ْرَ ْال َورادَقبىَلَعْنَأَقُلْخَيُهَلْثمْمۚىَلَبَوُه َوُق ََّلخْاللَعْالُمي.اَمَّنإُهُرْمَأاَذإ
َدا َرَأاْئيَشْنَأَلوُقَيُهَلْنُكُونُكَيَف
They confine Us to metaphors, and forget their own
creation. They say, Who will bring our bones back to life
after they are dry dust? Say, The One who created them
the first time will revive them – the One who knows all.
Is not the One who created the heavens and the earth able
to create their like? Truly! The Creator, the Aware. When
Allah wills something, Allah tells it Be, and it is. (Qurʾan
36:78- 81-82)
The long answer:
واُلاَقَانَّب َرَانَّتَمَأْنيَتَنْاثَنَتْيَيْحَأ َواْنيَتَنْاثَانْف َرَتْعاَفَنوبُنُذباْلَهَفىَلإوجُرُخْنميلبَس
“They say: Our Lord! Twice hast Thou made us die, and
twice hast Thou made us live. Now we confess our sins. Is
there any way out?” (40:11)
َم ْوَي َوُرُشَْحنْنملُكةَّمُأاج ْوَفْنَّممُيُبذَكَاناتَيآبْمُهَفََُونعَوزُي
“And (remember) the day when We shall gather from every
people a group of those who denied Our signs, and they will
be put in ranks.” (Qurʾan 27:83)
Resurrection of the dead in the past…
4. Al-Asbagh Ibn Nabatah narrates that Ibn al-Kawwaʾ (one of the Khawarij) asked the Commander of the Faithful whether it was possible for the
dead to return to this world. Imam Ali (A) replied:
Don’t you know that Allah said: "And Moses chose seventy of his people to meet us ... and when they said to Moses We will not
believe in you until we see Allah manifestly … so the thunderbolt overtook you while you were watching. Then We raised you
up after your death that you may be grateful” (7:155, 2:55-56).
Don’t you see that they returned to their homes after they died?
Similarly Allah said about some of the Bani Israʾil: “Have you not considered those who went forth from their homes, for fear of
death, and they were thousands, then Allah said to them, Die, and then He again gave them life” (2:243)?
Or that Allah said about ʿUzayr: “Or the likes of him who passed by a town, and it had fallen down upon its roofs. He said, How
shall Allah revive it after its death? So Allah made him die for a hundred years, then raised him back to life. He said: How long
have you tarried? He said: I have tarried a day, or a part of a day. He said: No! You have tarried a hundred years” (2:259).
So do not cast doubt upon the power of Allah. (Bihar, vol. 53, hadith #72)
I (Jesus) have come to you with a sign from your Lord, that I shape a bird for
you from dust; then I breathe into it, and it becomes a bird, by the permission
of Allah. And I heal the blind and the leper, and bring the dead to life, by the
permission of Allah. And I can tell you of what you eat and what you store
away at home. There is a sign for you in this, if you are believers. (Qurʾan 3:49)
TAFSIR HADITH
Or do you reckon that the
companions of the Cave and
raqim were among Our
wondrous signs? (18:9)
5. ٌنِمْؤُمٌْمُكِباَيِِِبٌقِِّداصُمٌْمُكِتاعْجارِبٌرِظاتْنُمٌْمُكِرْامِِلٌبِقاتْرُمٌالْوادِلٌْمُكِت
“I believe in you all, I believe in your return, I attest
to your return, I am awaiting your command, I
anticipate your rule...
– Ziyarat al-Jamiʿah al-Kabirah
أينٌبكمٌمؤمنٌوِبَيبكمٌموقن
“I believe in all of you, and I believe in all of
your return.”
– Ziyarat Warith (for Imam al-Husayn)
O Allah, if death – which You have made certain for Your servants – stands between me and (the
Mahdi), then take me out of my grave, wearing my shroud, unsheathing my sword, wielding my lance,
answering the call of the Caller in the cities and wilderness… Adorn my eyes with a glimpse of him.
– Duʿa al-ʿAhd
ZIYARATTEXTS
Make me one who follows in your footsteps and follows in your paths and is guided by your guidance
and is raised in your group and returns in your raj‘ah and rules in your states and is honoured with your
safety and is present in your days and whose eyes are pleased tomorrow with the sight of you.
– Ziyarat al-Jamiʿah al-Kabirah
6. TIMELINE: THE END OF THE WORLD
• Rise of the Dajjal and Sufyani
• The Sufyani will rule 9 months before the zuhur
• Worldwide chaos and suffering
• A redness will cover up the sky and swallow up Baghdad and Kufa”; a great fire in the east in the air for 3-7 days
• Black standards marching from Khorasan. Arabs will throw out foreign rulers
• The wall of the mosque of Kufa will be destroyed
• Death from the sword and the plague; warfare, especially around Kufa.
• A great earthquake
• Destruction of crops
• Earthly signs
• Murder of al-nafs al-zakiyyah
• A great earthquake
• A solar eclipse in middle of the month of Ramadan (whereas physically it is only possible during a new moon)
• A lunar eclipse at the beginning of the month of Ramadan (whereas physically it is only possible during a full moon)
• A call from the sky on 23 Ramadan
• The sun will rise from the West
• Return of the Mahdi on Ashura
• He will be dressed as a shepherd and wearing the Prophet’s clothes, so none will recognize him.
• At dawn, his 313 close followers will join him, along with angels and the noble ones from among the jinn.
• A call will be made for others to join the Mahdi. Another call will come from Palestine, urging people to join the Sufyani.
• Pillars of light will rise from the Ka‘bah.
• The palaces of the oppressors at the Ka‘bah will be destroyed.
• Return of Jesus
• Jesus will pray behind the Mahdi and assist the Mahdi in killing the Dajjal.
• Jesus will break the crucifix and disavow that he is the son of God.
• The rajʿah will occur shortly before or after the return of the Mahdi, perhaps in Rajab.
• Violent clashes; the army of the Sufyani will march against the Mahdi and be swallowed up by the earth
• The establishment of a new world order, with the Imams as governors. Peace and justice.
• The Mahdi will die.
• The last person to die will be Imam ʿAli. Then the world will end, and judgment will begin.
CHALLENGE: CONFLICTING OR
UNRELIABLE NARRATIONS
“Very soon Kufa, will be empty of believers.
Knowledge will disappear from that region the
way a snake disappears from its abode into a hole
in the earth [without leaving any trace]. Then it
will reappear in the city known as Qum. That
city will become the treasure of religious
knowledge and excellence. Religious knowledge
will spread across nations from Qum and God's
proof will have been provided to all people in
such a way that there will not be a single person
on Earth who will not have heard about the
religion and its wisdom. It will be following this
event that our qa’im will appear.” – Imam al-
Sadiq (A)
The Dajjal:
• One-eyed
• Amazing technology (e.g. vast distances in one
step)
• Will bring rain, but the rain will increase the
people’s suffering
• Will promise food but bring famine
• Will lie that he is the Creator
• Literal or metaphorical?
7. SELECTED PROPHECIES
• Al-Maʾmun asked Imam al-Rida: ‘What do you say about the rajʿah?’ He said: ‘It is true. It happened to prior peoples, and the Qur'an speaks of
it, and the Messenger of God said: “Everything that happened to the prior peoples will happen to this people, sandal by sandal, arrow-feather by
arrow-feather [that is to say, exactly the same way].”’
• I am the aged one (sayyid al-shayb), as old as Job, and, by God, He will join me with my children like he joined Jacob [with his children].
– Imam ‘Ali
• The first one who shall return to this world (at the time of al-Mahdi) is al-Husayn ibn ʿAli who will rule until his eyebrows falls over his eyes due
to his old age." – Imam al-Sadiq (Bihar al-Anwar)
• The believer dies or is killed. I said to [the Imam]: “I have grown old, and my bones have become weak. I would love to end my life being killed
for you.” He said: “It is not like that. If it does not happen sooner (al-ʿajilah), it will happen later (al-ajilah).”
• It is as if I am with Hamran ibn Aʿyan and Maysar ibn ʿAbd al-ʿAziz with their swords when they are addressing the people between Safa and
Marwah. – Imam al-Sadiq
• It is as if I am with ʿAbdullah ibn Sharik al-ʿAmiri, and he is wearing a black turban with the ends between his shoulders, and he is ascending the
foot of the mountain between the hands of our qaʾim of the Ahl al-Bayt with 4,000 men shouting God is great! and advancing. – Imam al-Baqir
• Ismaʿil ibn Hizqil
• When the Qa’im rises, it will rain upon people in the month of Jumada al-Akhirah, and ten days of the month of Rajab. It will be a rain that all
of creation has never seen the like of before. With it, Allah will cause the flesh and bodies of the believers in their graves to grow [like plants]. It
is as if I see them, facing each other, and coming forth from the area of Juhaynah. They are tearing their hair from the dirt.
• ‘How strange and wondrous, so entirely strange and wondrous, (the rising) between Jumada and Rajab.” (Al-‘ajab kull al-‘ajab bayna Jumada wa
Rajab) – Imam ʿAli
• ‘Do not put down ʿAli more than God has put him down, and do not raise him more than God has raised him; it is enough for ʿAli that he will
fight the ahl al-karrah and do the marriages for the ahl al-jannah.’ - Imam Baqir to Abu Hamzah Thumali
• God has not raised any prophet from the time of Adam except that he will be returned to the world and will aid the Commander of the Faithful,
and this is the meaning of la-tu’minunna bihi – meaning believing in Rasul Allah – and la-tansurannahu (3:81) – meaning the Commander of the
Faithful.
Controversial questions: Will the Umayyads be punished? Do hadith really say that ʿAʾishah or ʿUthman will be hung from a tree or flogged?
8. And surely for those who are unjust with regard to the right of family of
Muhammad, there shall be a punishment before that (the Day of
Judgment), though most people do not know, and this refers to the
punishment in al-rajʿah. – Imam al-Baqir (Bihar al-Anwar)
ااذِإاوٌاعاقاوٌُلْواقْلاٌْمِهْيالاعاانْجارْاخأٌْمُاَلٌةَّباادٌانِمٌِضْارْاِلٌْمُهُمِِّلاكُت
ٌَّانأٌاَّاسنالاوُنااكاانِتاَيِِبٌالٌانوُنِوقُي
And when the Word is fulfilled against them (the unjust), We shall bring forth a
creature from the earth to speak unto them – that the people did not have
certainty in Our signs. (27:82)
The Prophet saw Imam ʿAli in the mosque sleeping with only sand as his
pillow. The Prophet shook him and said “Rise, O creature of the earth
(dabbah)!” One of the companions asked, “Should we call each other
this?” The Prophet said, “No, it is exclusively for ʿAli, because he is that
creature (dabbah) mentioned in the Book of Allah.” … He will rise from
Kufa, and bear the staff of Moses and the ring of Sulayman. With the staff
of Moses, he will stamp the foreheads of the faithful; and with the ring of
Sulayman, he will strike the faces of the infidels and mark them.
WHY?
• Justice?
• Vengeance?
• The victory of Imam al-Husayn
(A)?
• Other reasons?
And We will to bestow Our grace upon those who have been oppressed
on the earth, and to make them the inheritors.
SUMMARY: “The Imamis agree on the necessity of the
rajʿah on earth of a great number of the dead before the
day of resurrection. But there is a difference of opinion
among them concerning the meaning of the rajʿah.” –
Shaykh al-Mufid (d. 1022 AD)
Imam al-Sadiq was asked about the reason for the occultation.
He replied: “For a reason that we are not allowed to reveal to
you….The wisdom behind his occultation is the same wisdom
behind the occultation of Allah’s proofs before him. Certainly
the wisdom behind it will not be disclosed until after his
reappearance… This command is among the commands of the
Almighty Allah, a secret from among the secrets of Allah, a
thing of the unseen from among the unseen things of Allah.
When we acknowledge that He is All-Wise, we also
acknowledge that all Allah’s actions are wise, even though the
reason behind them may be undisclosed.”