When Prophet Mohammed (SAW) arrived in Madinah after his migration from Makkah, all the residents of Madina wanted him to stay at their house. To make the decision, the Prophet (SAW) used his camel. The camel walked, and where the camel stopped is where Masjid-e-Nabawi was built. This Masjid became the center for all the … Continue reading Making of Masjid-e-Nabawi
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The Fort of Laa Ilaaha Illallah
As we remember Imam Ali Raza (AS) on the day of his shahadat, we are discussing the hadith of The Golden Chain, found here, on pg 12. When our 8th Imam (AS) passed through Nishapoor, there was a large crowd of people who wanted to see him. Some scholars asked him to address the people, and … Continue reading The Fort of Laa Ilaaha Illallah
Learning Kindness from Imam Hassan (AS)
Continuing our theme of kindness this week… Today we will be discussing the KINDNESS of Imam Hassan (AS). [Story from here, bottom of pg 46] In the story, we learn that Imam Hassan (AS) fed the dog that was looking at him hungrily, even though the other companions thought that they should shoo him away. Imam … Continue reading Learning Kindness from Imam Hassan (AS)
Learning Kindness from Prophet Mohammed (SAW)
This week, as we discuss the shahadats of Prophet Mohammed (SAW) and Imam Hassan (AS), we decided to focus on KINDNESS. Today, we will be discussing the kindness of Prophet Mohammed (SAW) by reenacting the situation he was in, and discussing how he reacted. [Complete story here, pg 15] To summarize, there is an old … Continue reading Learning Kindness from Prophet Mohammed (SAW)
The Establishment of Majlis
After Imam Zainul Abideen (AS), Bibi Zainab (SA), and all the ladies and children that had been held captive were released, they held a majlis to mourn Imam Hussain (AS) and to tell the people about the injustices of Karbala. Ever since, the Aimmah (AS) have encouraged the establishment of regular majlis to remember keep … Continue reading The Establishment of Majlis
Map and Timeline of the Journey of Karbala and its Aftermath
As we approach the Day of Arbaeen, I feel like this is a good time to review everything that the family and friends of Imam Hussain (AS) have endured on their long and difficult journey. As they return to Karbala and then to Madinah, we can review everything that has happened and discuss all the … Continue reading Map and Timeline of the Journey of Karbala and its Aftermath
Bibi Sakina – A Bird in a Cage
A conversation with my three year old... Who is our third Imam? Second is Hassan. Yep, and who’s our third imam? Umm, our third imam is Imam Hussain. Yeah! You got it! High five! Do you remember how we talked about the bad people that hurt Imam Hussain (AS)? Yeah. Did you know that Imam Hussain (AS) … Continue reading Bibi Sakina – A Bird in a Cage
“Is Prophet Mohammed (SAW) Your Grandfather or Mine?”
In Shaam, the 4th Imam (AS) gave a powerful speech in which he introduced himself to the people. He discussed his family, the Holy Prophet (SAW) and the Imams (AS) that came before him. He explained the virtues that they possess. He also spoke of the evils that occurred in Karbala. He spoke so eloquently that … Continue reading “Is Prophet Mohammed (SAW) Your Grandfather or Mine?”