Includes verses in the Qur'an that address Jihad (struggle in the way of God), legitimacy of Jihad, Islam and Peace, Defense vs. aggression, and human rights.
This book, written in a relatively simple language, presents a summary of the teachings of Islam.
Islamic laws explained with focus on the problems and issues faced by the Muslims in the West presented in a question and answer format.
In this book, the authors have endeavored to reply to over a hundred commonly asked questions about Islamic laws and practices and have also explained the reasons being various Islamic directives.
In this booklet, the author discusses the detrimental effects of music on our lives. He talks about the origin of music and its effects from various points of views.
This book originated in a series of lectures given at Najaf between January 21 and February 8, 1970. Three major points emerge from the lectures.
A description of the general and specific topics that are covered in Islamic jurisprudence such as terminologies, sects, sources and subjects.
Knowing the laws regarding the monthly periods and pre or post-natal bleeding is an essential duty of every Muslim woman.
A detail explanation of the true meaning of Istikhara & it's proper usage.
The first of three volumes containing detailed answers to inquiries about the philosophical and historical aspects of certain rules in Islam and prominent events that occurred during the life of th
The second of three volumes containing detailed answers to inquiries about the philosophical and historical aspects of certain rules in Islam and prominent events that occurred during the life of t
The English translation of the Risalatul Fiqh (text of Islamic Laws) of Grand Ayatullah Nasir Makarem Shirazi, with a helpful addition of a glossary of Arabic terms appended at the end for the bene
An Analysis of Ijtihad, including its Meaning, Sources, Beginnings and the Practice of Ra'y.
A greatly beneficial text book for students of all ages who wish to learn or review the basic fundamentals of Islamic studies.
This book contains both logical and textual proofs for the tenets and principles of Islam.
What is Taqiyah? When can it be used? Best way to perform taqiyah, and when it is not allowed.
The concept of martyrdom in light of the Islamic concept of Holy Struggle (Jihad) and the doctrine of enjoining right and discovering wrong.
A book that explains the Usul al-Deen (Roots of Religion). It helps resolve questions and doubts in relation to God, Prophethood, Imamate, Death and Jugement Day.
This text titled "Islam and the Contemporary Man" discusses how Islam is a universal religion that can be applied in the modern day.
A compilation of queries on various topics answered by Ayatollah Sayyid ‘Ali Khamenei’i which have been arranged in topic-wise sections.
A compilation of lectures by Dr Ali Shariati on the concept of martyrdom, and the importance of martyrdom in Shi'ite ideology.
Youth in the light of Qur'an, essential models, responsibilities, and the Shari'a view.
In this text, Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi has outlined the fundamentals of Shari'ah and how to live by the teachings and laws of Islam.
The book is in the form of questions and answers based on fatwa of Ayatullah Al-Seestani, on the verses of Jurisprudence, that includes the matters of worship, financial transactions and man's pers
Ash'ari and Mu'tazali beliefs in the role of reason. Qiyas in legislation. The Shi'ite position.
A paper by Ahmad Jannati about Defence and Jihad from Qur`an, explaining the meaning, types, significance and goals of Jihad.
This text attempts to answer modern challenges to Islamic positions; it begins with an exposition of the five Usool-e-deen (roots of religion) and continues by giving answers from the Islamic tradi
A short text on the topic of Islamic emphasis on justice and peace between peoples of differing backgrounds and religions, as seen through Qur'anic verses and the honorable treatment of his opponen
A paper analyzing the features of Islamic law from a Qur'anic perspective. It explains how, according to Islam, politics, morality and worldly affairs cannot be separated from religion.
The history and significance of Ijtihad in Sunni and Shi'i developments.
This book explores the true meaning of repentance and guides on how to achieve it.
This book contains the text of three memoranda submitted by the author to the Kenyan government in response to a request by the government seeking clarification on issues of the laws of matrimony,s
Ideological and legal foundations of an Islamic economy, its major features and purposes, and its flexibility as well as connections with other systems.
This study aims to provide a clear vision and present in its true perspective the thought and position of the Muslim individual about the law and the law maker.
Translation of Al-Khisal. A first book of its kind, Al-Khisal is a collection of religious and moral precepts from reliable works on the subject compiled by Sheikh Sadooq.
This book has the latest jurisprudential opinions of his highness Grand Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi about Umrah which have been mentioned in different books accompanying his latest Fatwas.
The right to life is the basic right from which all the others derive.
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
This valuable and interesting book, familiarizes the esteemed reader, in the background of Islamic unity and brotherhood, with the humble but firm advice and commands of the holy verses and honorab
No doubt life in its all forms enjoys a very high status in Islam. Human life is one of the most sacred creatures of God.
This is a collection of Ahadith of Masumeen (as) on Anger, its destructive effects on intellect, faith and soul of a person and the reward for controlling it.
This text discusses about some important points concerning women, their treatment, their rights and issues related to them.
This power point presentation is about the common spiritual disease and a grave sin: Backbiting, with references to Ahadith from Masumeen.
This text discusses the status of women in Islam and sheds some light on a lot of important issues which the woman is exposed to in her daily life, such as her value and role, her rights, her learn
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
Considering all the narrations (hadiths) regarding the etiquette and conduct of the Prophet with regards to eating and drinking, we find answers to questions such as: When, why, and how did the Pro
Forgiveness in Islam refers more often to restraining anger and punishment when you are able, have power, to administer punishment.
A beautiful PowerPoint presentation for youth and adults on Da’wah, or inviting others to Islam. Includes information on What is Da’wah? Why should we invite others to Islam?
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
The aim of this work is to guide Muslims, especially youths, giving clear answers to many commonly asked questions, in order to replace bewilderment with the clarity that comes from profound study
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
In his advice to his son, Imam al-Sajjad emphasises on specific etiquette, good conduct, and various acts of worship.
One of the most significant current discussions regarding the Islamic modest dress is the extent to which both men and women should dress.
God has created man in a way that whatever he eats and drinks has an influence on his mind, body and soul.
The concept of ownership prevails under various cultural, socio economic set-ups, be it feudalism, capitalism, socialism and non-secularism (religious), the issue of ownership and its connotation c
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
This article offers a brief explanation of tawassul, its levels, and focuses on examples of scholars' emphasis on calling on to the Infallibles as a source of spiritual upliftment and a key solutio
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
This is a chapter on the responses to objections raised against Imamate from prominent scholar Allamah Hilli's Kashf al-Murad, expanded on from Nasir al-Din al-Tusi's Tajrid al-I'tiqad - The first
The previous part of this series displayed the responses to objections raised against Imamate from prominent scholar Allamah Hilli's Kashf al-Murad, expanded on from Nasir al-Din al-Tusi's Tajrid a
This part of the text expands on the proofs for his authority over the companions that qualify him for leadership such as his extraordinary courage, deep insight, matchless asceticism and devotion,
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
This work on the Shariah or Islamic Law offers a comparative study of the Divine Law that, according to authentic Islamic doctrines, embodies the Will of God in society.
This second part includes the implications or inspirations drawn from the Ahlul Bayt’s method of interpretation of Qur’anic stories.
The present text is the most precious gift we can give our daughters at the time when they start their journey from childhood to womanhood.
Intercession (shafa‘ah), the act of an intercessor when he asks God for forgiveness and help on behalf of sinners, is of two types: generative and legislative.
This is an extract from the sermon of Imam Ali (a) in Nahjul Balaghah explaining the attitudes of those fear God.
The issue of human rights has been a permanent feature in the life of man since his beginning. There have been proofs found regarding human right issues dating 2000 years BC.
We always hear about the fact that alcohol is prohibited in Islam but many know not the reasons behind this prohibition.
This article expounds on the definition of hypocrisy, its levels, its connotation in the Qur'an and hadith, and the differences between both hypocrisy and falsehood, and hypocrisy and dissimulation
Ayatollah Beheshti, one of the helping hands of Imam Khomeini in the Iranian Islamic Revolution, has delivered along his life many lectures.
This part of the text expands on the proofs for his authority over the companions that qualify him for leadership such as his extraordinary courage, deep insight, matchless asceticism and devotion,
Dissimulation or Taqiyyah is a practice emphasized by the Ahlul Bayt on several occasions. This article discusses about its meaning, the types of dissimulation and its legal rulings.
The first part of this article demonstrate that legal rulings can be based on narrations from Qur'anic stories, using topics such as the permissibility of self-praise and dissimulation (taqiyya) an