The Holy Prophet would accept the allegiance of women but he did not shake hands with them. He would order a bowl of water to be brought. He would put his hand in the water and order the woman offering her allegiance to do the same thing. She was considered as having pledge her allegiance….
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Another issue is shaking hands (with a Non-Mahram)…
Another issue is shaking hands (with a Non-Mahram). Of course, all of these issues arise only when there is no lust or fear of deviation present; otherwise they are clearly not permitted. Again, the traditions and religious edicts confirm one another in this matter. The Imam was asked if it is permitted to shake hands…
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Women should not reveal their adornment…
Women should “not reveal their adornment… except such as is outward.” What does this refer to? Is it beauty which is most often hidden under clothes that must not be revealed? Then what is that which “is outward?” There are great many traditions in relation to this. It was asked from Imam Al-Sadiq (A) what…
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Among man’s innate desires…
Among man’s innate desires, mention can be made of the desire to wield power, to be capable of performing deeds and to have control over other beings. This desire also emerges in childhood and endures to the end of a person’s life. Of course, this desire has degrees depending on age differences, period of life…
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It must be remembered that all causes…
It must be remembered that all causes are in the hands of the One who is the final cause. Those who believe in the Oneness of Allah, should rely only upon the Almighty Allah for all their affairs. They must realize that all effects owe their cause to Allah. Even if all the venues for…
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