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Does Imam Mahdi (aj) have a spouse and children?

31592 2009/08/15 Traditional

Although it is possible for the imam ( as ) to have a spouse and children, and such a matter is in no way in conflict with his occultation, nevertheless, there isn t any substantial hadithic reasoning

Why do you limit the “Ahlul-Bayt” to five people?

8853 2009/08/15 Traditional

The most important reason for allocating the title “Ahlul-Bayt” to Prophet Muhammad ( pbuh ) , Ali ( as ) , Lady Fatimah ( as ) , Hasan and Husein ( as ) , are the numerous traditions that narrators o

What is the reason for the prophet’s (pbuh) silence during his lifetime regarding the khalifahs?

7033 2009/08/15 Traditional

There are a few points that need to be made in answer to your question:1- After making his call to Islam open in the third year of his prophethood, the prophet ( pbuh ) had announced the caliphate and

Why is it necessary for the imam to be infallible and how can one tell that an imam is infallible or not?

8835 2009/07/19 Traditional

In contrast to the Sunni school of thought, the Shia believe that the imam is equal to the prophet in all matters other than receiving revelation. Therefore, he has to be infallible from sin and mista

Are there hadiths that say when Imam Zaman’s (aj) name is heard, one should stand and put his hand on his head?

23715 2009/07/19 Traditional

The reason for why the Shia do such, can be the following two hadiths:1- In the famous hadith of Di’bil Khoza’i, the poet of the Ahlul-Bayt, it has been mentioned that when he was reciting his famous

Who are the Magi?

13334 2009/07/19 Traditional

The term “Magus” which is used to denote the Zoroastrians in Arabic, derives from “Magoosh” or “Magoo” of the ancient Persian language. ( The word Magic comes from this term ) . After entering the Ara

What does Islam say about Prophet Isa (pbuh) walking on water?

24326 2009/07/19 Traditional

One of the ways for identifying prophets is through miracles; extraordinary actions that can t be taught or learned by normal people that others aren t capable of doing. [ 1 ] Prophet Isa ( pbuh ) had

Is it true that when the Dajjal appears, all his followers are lovers of Uthman?

9423 2009/07/19 Traditional

After analyzing Shia and Sunni sources, one comes to the conclusion that such a hadith with the following wordage: “ان خرج الدجال تبعه من کان یحب عثمان” has only been narrated by Zayd ibn Wahab in the

How does it make sense for the imam’s existence being grace, it he never becomes ruler and caliph of the Muslim nation?

6893 2009/06/22 Traditional

Allah’s ( swt ) wisdom is what calls for Him to appoint imams after the final prophet ( pbuh ) in order to carry on his responsibilities so that the main goal of sending all previous prophets and the

How was the creation of man according to the Quran?

30596 2009/06/22 Traditional

The Quran has explained the creation of man and his origin using different words and phrases. Some verses say that the initial material man comes from is clay. Other verses say it is water, while a th

Suppose someone pretends that he's going to commit suicide just to threaten somebody but actually ends up dying unintentionally, is his death a matter related to decree and destiny or is it his own fault? How is he going to be dealt with in the other world?

10635 2009/06/22 Traditional

A good answer to this question requires a brief explanation of the literal meaning of the following words: qadha ( decree ) , qadar ( destiny ) , taqdir ( predestination/determination ) , and taqdire-

Do all of the prophet’s (pbuh) words and sayings come from revelation?

10108 2009/06/22 Traditional

The experts have different viewpoints on this issue:Taking into consideration verses 3 and 4 of surah Najm [ i ] , some believe that all of the prophet’s sayings and actions originate from revelation.

Please explain the concept of infallibility. Is it possible for anyone besides the infallible imams (as) to be infallible?

11344 2009/06/22 Traditional

In a theological dictionary, one the possesses infallibility would be defined as an infallible. An infallible is one who, by the grace of God, is free from all forms of mistake and error, and does not

Which people will enter paradise?

13960 2009/06/22 Traditional

After analyzing Quranic verses, one can conclude that paradise is a definite vow of Allah ( swt ) and the reward of the pious believers who completely obey the prophet ( pbuh ) . One who possesses the

Why wasn’t Imam Mahdi just born at the time he was to emerge instead of being born a very long time before and waiting till that time?

9312 2009/06/10 Traditional

The answer to this question lies in explaining why the occultation took place, what the awaiting of the Mahdi ( aj ) truly means, and what the benefits and outcomes of having a concealed imam are.It h

Is it possible to establish a relationship with Imam Mahdi (aj)?

13794 2009/06/09 Traditional

When two individuals know nothing about each other, there is no way they can have a relationship, unless at least one of them knows the other sparking a two way knowledge and awareness that will final

What are the benefits of having an "absent" imam in occultation?

8037 2009/05/17 Traditional

Although the existence of an infallible imam entails many benefits, but an imam in occultation also has its own numerous benefits which can be summed up in the following:1- Being the mediator between

Doesn’t the occultation of the twelfth imam undermine the whole concept of "imamate"?

7043 2009/05/06 Traditional

Since the question is vague and general, without specifying which dimension of the concept of imamate the occultation of Imam Mahdi ( aj ) contradicts, we will have to list some of the imam s major re

What does Islam mean?

9006 2009/04/29 Traditional

Islam literally means to submit and surrender to another s will and in the Quran, it to one who is in total submission to Allah ( swt ) and is free from any form of shirk and polytheism. It is on thes

Why have the Shia gone astray?

8687 2009/04/20 Traditional

In order to answer this question, a few points need to be made:1- If what you mean by “Shia” are the wrong and unacceptable acts that some Shia do, it is unfair to relate these wrong acts to the entir

Are we allowed to attend the majalis (gatherings) of Imam Hussein (as) at the houses of those muslims who treat Imam Ali (as) as God?

7165 2009/04/06 Traditional

Although holding mourning sessions and gatherings for Imam Husein ( as ) and his companions is a great act that brings one massive blessings and rewards, yet if these gatherings are used to strengthen

How come although all of us gave an oath in the Alame-Arwah, there are still people who have religions other than Islam?

29810 2009/03/14 Traditional

In our religious texts and scriptures, a realm or world by the name of Dharr has been spoken of. There are differences between the scholars regarding what this realm exactly is. Nevertheless, the view

Is the hadith that says: “All the imams are equal to the prophet (pbuh) in rank.” (Al-Kafi, vol.1, pg.270) an authentic one?

10223 2009/03/14 Traditional

Although the fourteen infallibles are all at the pinnacle of perfection and spiritual completion, yet the holy prophet ( pbuh ) of Islam is the highest of them all, possessing advantages and character

What is Islam for?

7796 2009/03/04 Traditional

Religion is a set of beliefs associated with practical and moral principles delivered to humankind by God s messengers, for the guidance of man and his eternal prosperity and salvation.According to re

Can we say “Ya Ali Madad” keeping in mind that Allah (swt) is the one who has given them the power to help us, and can this aid and help be seeked after their martyrdoms and demises?

23495 2009/02/14 Traditional

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Why did Allah (swt) create man, considering that He knew many of them would be bad and end up in the hellfire?

8691 2008/12/31 Traditional

1 ) Punishment from Allah ( swt ) is a result of man willingly disregarding divine guidance and not listening to the call of the outer and inner messengers.2 ) The knowledge of Allah ( swt ) regarding

Why doesn’t Allah (swt) guide the fasiqs (wrongdoers/transgressors)?

14370 2008/11/23 Traditional

Guidance can be divided into the following types:1- Existential ( takwini ) guidance ( guidance that has to do with man’s creation ) , which is the nature embedded in all humans by Allah ( swt ) , cau

What is God’s reason for creating man?

8813 2008/11/22 Traditional

a ) His ability to create called for Him to create.b ) The order of creation is one based on aim and wisdom.c ) The ultimate goal and aim of creating all things, is the emergence of man; the reason be

What are the signs of Imam Zaman’s (as) dhuhur (reappearance) and which ones are reliable?

13138 2008/11/17 Traditional

Asking about the “dhuhur” ( reappearance ) of Imam Zaman ( as ) and its signs is very good and desirable, yet one mustn’t get so caught up in this matter to the extent that he/she forgets about the tr

What is meant by the verse: “He (Allah (swt)) guides whosoever he desires, and misguides whosoever he desires.”

19852 2008/11/04 Traditional

It has been proven in theology that man is of free will and Quranic teachings are in no conflict with this fact and actually emphasize this point. Yet since some Quranic verses interpret and explain o

How can one explain how the killing of the Egyptian man by Prophet Musa (pbuh) isn’t in conflict with his infallibility?

17712 2008/11/04 Traditional

All divine prophets, regardless of their different degrees and ranks, are infallible and at the peak of nearness to Allah ( swt ) , and all of them have responsibilities that surpass those of normal p

What is the theological basis of Mahdiism?

7350 2008/10/22 Traditional

The necessity of Allah’s ( swt ) grace, the existence of a khalifatullah and vicegerent of Allah ( swt ) and his protection from any calamities and bad incidents can be counted as a portion of the the

Who is the Dajjal? Can you please give an explanation on him and the hadiths that have mentioned him?

21646 2008/10/21 Traditional

One of the signs of the reappearance of Imam Mahdi ( as ) , is the coming of a creature gone astray that misleads others by the name of “Dajjal”. In Arabic, any liar can be called dajjal. There are ma

Many of the hadiths on the birth of Imam Zaman (as) are weak and unauthentic ones and only a few of these hadiths are authentic. Can one say that the weak ones are strengthened by those that are authentic, thus making the weak ones also dependable, so that all of the hadiths (weak and strong) as a whole make us certain about his birth?

8553 2008/09/23 Traditional

A few points need to made concerning the birth of Imam Zaman ( as ) :1- All of the hadiths on this subject aren’t weak, and there are also “sahih”, “mowathaq” and “hasan” ( terms referring to differen

Why is the grave of Lady Fatimah (as) still concealed, while Imam Ali’s (as) has been revealed?

7766 2008/09/21 Traditional

The reason for why the grave of Imam Ali ( as ) was concealed for a while was the fact that ignorant and abusive individuals who were enemies to him, would possibly disrespect his grave. Later on thou

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