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Excellences and Virtues of the Companions of Imam Mahdi (a.t.f.s.)

Posted by | Nov 22, 2014 | |

It is a fact that the earth has never been devoid of Allah’s sincere servants. The History is a witness that the virtuous servants of Allah have always worshipped Him without any anxiety. The rich and powerful stratum of society mocked at them, insulted them and severed relations with them. However, they never wavered from their goodness and piety. History tells us that many of the nations have even murdered their messengers (a.s.). The very messengers, who had come to save them from eternal calamities and misfortune, became victim to their nations’ cruelty and oppression.? Thus, the earth has always been ruled over by tyrannical elements and the virtuous have been victims to their repression and have borne untold oppression. There were a few, who raised their voices against the unjust rule, but these voices were suppressed and their existence was wiped from the face of the earth. For such people, The Holy Quran announces: Surely (as for) those who disbelieve in the communications of Allah and slay the prophets unjustly and slay those among men who enjoin justice, announce to them a painful chastisement. (Surah Aal-e-Imran (3): verse 21) These oppressed nations would complain to the messenger of their time, being tired of the burden of injustice upon them. The messenger would advise patience and give glad tidings of a time when the rule of the land would...

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Discussions About Imam Mahdi In Past Nations

Posted by | Nov 22, 2014 | |

A plea: What can one say? There is an upsurge in the rebellion of the worshippers of carnal desires. Axes are being sharpened to sever the little saplings in the garden. Enclosures and cages of myriad shapes are being prepared to confine and imprison the chirping birds. The incessant progress of the modern man has endowed his desires with wings with which he wants to soar to the skies. Manners and etiquette are thrown to the winds. The nature of everything is becoming chaotic. Women – with absolutely no modesty and which nothing left to the imagination – are visible in all gatherings. Adolescents are interacting with each other everyday – with conflicting views and opinions. Personal gain is their only interest. If we adopt a compromising approach, then we become like everyone else. If we seek refuge in these difficult times by uniting with the shameful masses, then we put our piety at stake. And if we don’t do such a thing, we have no option but remain mute and helpless spectators. We are chucked out from the gatherings of liberated thinkers. If we keep quiet, we feel suffocated and if we protest, we are labelled as orthodox. O Allah! In your vast and colossal universe wherever I turn the same scenes are evident. If I open the newspaper to review the events of the world, I am...

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Hazrat Imam Husain (a.s.) and Hazrat Imam Mahdi (a.s.)

Posted by | Nov 22, 2014 | , |

The cries of help raised by Imam Husain (a.s.) on the day of Ashura didn’t die away in Karbala itself. Indeed, it reverberated with greater intensity with the passage of time. Those who weren’t present in this physical world but were yet to come too had said labbaik on hearing his (a.s.) plea. There’s a strong connection between the martyrdom of Imam Husain (a.s.) and the reappearance of Imam Mahdi (a.s.). In the traditions narrated by Imam Husain (a.s.) as well as in supplications, we find the mention of Imam Mahdi (a.s.). Imam Mahdi (a.s.) too has often spoken about the afflictions that befell Imam Husain (a.s.). In this article we will try to make a brief analysis. (1) Imam Husain (a.s.) in the eyes of Imam Mahdi (a.s.) Sa’ad bin Abdullah Qummi states that I inquired from Imam Mahdi (a.s.) the explanation of kaaf haa yaa ayn saad. He said: “These are the concealed words with which Allah had forewarned His servant J. Zakariyyaa (a.s.) and also reiterated it to Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.). J Zakariyyaa (a.s.) had requested Allah to teach him the five (special) names and Allah had taught him those names through J. Jibraeel (a.s.). When J Zakariyyaa (a.s.) would take the names of Muhammad (s.a.w.a.), Ali (a.s.), Fatima (s.a) and Hasan (a.s.) then the grief within him would subside. But, when he took the name...

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EXPOSITION OF A SUPPLICATION RELATING TO IMAM MAHDI (a.s.)

Posted by | Nov 22, 2014 | , |

This supplication begins thus اَللَّهُمَّ ٱرْزُقْنَا تَوْفِيقَ ٱلطَّاعَةِ It has been recorded by the eminent traditionalist, Shaykh Abbas Qummi (r.a.), in his renowned compilation, ‘Mafatihul Jinaan’. He has reported this invocation on the authority of Shaykh Kafami from the latter’s ‘Misbahul Mutahajjid’. It is recommended that this supplication be recited after every obligatory namaaz or for that matter at any other time. (This supplication is mentioned in ‘Mafatihul Jinaan’ before the fifteen supplications of Imam Sajjad (a.s. )). Considering the veracity of this supplication, and with an eye on brevity, we have not mentioned the chain of transmitters. It has been recorded by the eminent traditionalist, Shaykh Abbas Qummi (r.a.), in his renowned compilation, ‘Mafatihul Jinaan’. He has reported this invocation on the authority of Shaykh Kafami from the latter’s ‘Misbahul Mutahajjid’. It is recommended that this supplication be recited after every obligatory namaaz or for that matter at any other time. (This supplication is mentioned in ‘Mafatihul Jinaan’ before the fifteen supplications of Imam Sajjad (a.s. )). Considering the veracity of this supplication, and with an eye on brevity, we have not mentioned the chain of transmitters. اَللَّهُمَّ ٱرْزُقْنَا تَوْفِيقَ ٱلطَّاعَةِ A supplication generally commences by invoking Allah as in ‘ اَللَّهُمَّ `, which means ‘O Allah’. The very next word ` ٱرْزُقْنَا ‘, means grant us sustenance. The word sustenance is by and large associated with food...

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Ibn Khaldun Vis-À-Vis Traditions About Imam Mahdi (a.s.)

Posted by | Nov 20, 2014 | |

Personality and prominence often establish or nullify an idea in the minds of the people. Their opinion, often, is of prime importance in understanding a concept. Their opinion creates an impact as compared to that of a common individual. Ibne Khaldun is an eminent scholar of reputation in the Islamic world. His views rule the hearts of a section of Muslims, thus making him popular with titles like `Allama’. Ibne Khaldun’s views have not left the present day scholars unaffected. And so we delve to study his consideration towards the traditions concerning Imam Mahdi (as). Some scholars have subscribed to his viewpoint and consequently the common masses have been affected with it. Here, before bringing the traditions collected by Ibne Khaldun regarding Imam Mahdi (as) and his standpoint with regards to them, we present the Muqaddamah where he has mentioned those traditions. Muqaddamah Of Ibne Khaldun Ibne Khaldun has authored a six volumed book of history entitled “Kitabul Abar wa Deevanal Mubtada wal Khabar fi Ayyamal Arabe wal Ajam wal Barbar”. This book of Ibne Khaldun did not become as popular as the Moqaddamah written on it. The popularity of Ibne Khaldun is more associated with this book. This Muqaddamah is also very popular in Europe, as well. The original Arabic book has been translated into many languages; the English and Urdu translations are easily obtainable in India. Moreover,...

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