To cause hurt to a living being, whether a man or an animal, especially to the persons of such privileged position as that of father, mother, teacher etc. brings about evil consequences in this very world. Requital is a natural system. The consequences and effects of the human deeds are a part of the manifestations…
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The doctrine of predestination encourages…
The doctrine of predestination encourages the oppressors and binds the hands of the credulous oppressed. Those who are able to occupy wrongly a position which they do not deserve or acquire wealth by unlawful means, always talk of the blessing and favour of Allah. They say that He favours whomsoever he likes. His bounty is…
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The element of intercession does not become…
The element of intercession does not become the cause of arrogance and disobedience. Rather, intercession imparts strength to the sinner in a state of despair. It creates in him the habit of repenting with fervour. Consequently, he would be able to reach a high position and achieve nearness to the Lord of the Worlds. SOURCE:…
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There is hardly any doubt regarding the reality…
There is hardly any doubt regarding the reality of Shafa’at (intercession). Actually it is the right bestowed upon the Holy Prophet (S) and the purified Imams (A), by Allah (S.w.T.), to show their greatness and position. The other aim of intercession is to make their respect evident… Intercession should not be taken as a license…
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We need to read between the lines…
We need to read between the lines, and carefully ponder over the life story of Husayn ibn-Ali (A). Many have risen up in the world; they have had a leader, and they were also killed. Among them, numerous were children of the prophets and Imams (A). However, Imam Husayn (A) was unique. The event of…
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