The experience of learning the Qur’an by heart
Muslims consider the Qur’an, the religious book of guidance for humankind. Its words bring peace, blessings and tranquillity to the hearts of the believers, both in the [...]
Faith
Water & Roses for Imam Husayn(a)
While thousands of Muslims marched through London and different parts of Europe to protest against ISIS and terrorism and to commemorate the event of Karbala on the Day of [...]
The why’s and what’s of death
For many of us, death is a reality we prefer not think too much about. Yes, we know we all have to do die and we are all aware of the verse of the Holy Qur’an that [...]
Insight into Imam Husayn’s struggle
Every year millions of Muslims commemorate the sacrifice of Imam Husayn Ibn Ali(a), the grandson of the Prophet(s) in Karbala during the month of Muharram. The story of his [...]
The Blessing of an Honourable Family
Today there are 7.5 billion human beings on the planet, but when we categorise them so that we can understand them, we think of nations, races and religions. In fact, this [...]
Making Muharram Matter
By the time this article goes to print, the world will have moved on. It will have moved on from the horrific stories of children being beheaded and men being shot while [...]
Imam Ali(a); a Loving Father
On Eid al-Ghadir we celebrate the appointment of Imam Ali(a) as the successor to Prophet Muhammad(s). Imam Ali(a) was undoubtedly the greatest servant of God after the Holy [...]
Dreams; between reality and illusion
Studying human potentialities and capabilities is not an easy task. The human being is a very complex creature: from his physical abilities to his power of thought and his [...]
Historical and religious aspects of Hajj
The holy pilgrimage to Makkah, known as the Hajj, is one of the most outstanding manifestations of monotheism and universal brotherhood. All Muslims from all ages, classes [...]
The Purpose of Marriage
َAccording to a tradition, there is no institution in Islam as beloved as marriage. Therefore, just as God sent the Prophet Muhammad(s) to us as a role model and outstanding [...]
