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Wiladat of Prophet Muhammad (SAWW) & Imam Jaffer As-Sadiq (AS)September 9th 202516th Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 AH* The lecture begins with congratulations on the birth anniversaries of Prophet Muḥammad al-Muṣṭafā (s) and Imam Ja‘far al-Ṣādiq (a), the founder of the Ja‘fari madhhab.* The Prophet's name carries blessings; naming children “Muḥammad” is highly recommended in Islamic traditions, and homes with this name are sanctified daily.* Imam al-Ṣādiq (a) emphasized that neglecting to name a son Muḥammad (when having several sons) is considered disrespectful to the Prophet.* The Prophet was not a mere messenger like a courier, but an educator perfected by Allah, whose actions and rulings are fully aligned with Divine will.* His moral excellence was recognized even before Islam, as he was known as truthful and trustworthy (al-Amīn).* The Prophet was divinely guided in religious matters: he expanded the units of prayer, added recommended fasts, and clarified prohibitions (e.g., intoxicants) — all of which Allah confirmed.* Obedience to the Prophet is equivalent to obedience to Allah, as the Qur'an (4:80) declares: “Whoever obeys the Messenger has indeed obeyed Allah.”* Traditions show that earlier prophets (Adam, Nūḥ, Ibrāhīm, Mūsā) sought Allah's help through the name of Muḥammad and his family, proving his superior rank.* Imam al-Ṣādiq (a) preserved and explained the Prophet's Sunnah, continuing the role of the Ahlul Bayt as the reliable guardians of Islam.* Following the Qur'an together with the Ahlul Bayt (per ḥadīth al-thaqalayn) is the straight path (ṣirāṭ mustaqīm), ensuring salvation through loyalty and obedience to the Prophet and his family.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma KhutbaSeptember 9th, 2025- Eid-e Zahra marks the symbolic closure of mourning for Karbala; soon will be the Prophet's birth anniversary.- Prophet said, “Ḥusayn is from me and I am from Ḥusayn”; Muslims must choose between Ḥusayn and Yazid.- Some Sunni scholars have defended or exonerated Yazid, Ibn Ziyād, and ‘Umar ibn Sa‘d.- The concept of “khaṭā ijtihādi” has been used to excuse Yazid's actions.- “Khaṭā ijtihādi” means a forgiven mistake after sincere effort in deriving a ruling, but only applies to unclear issues.- The status of Imām Ḥusayn (a) was clear in Qur'anic verses and Prophet's statements.- Yazid cannot be considered a mujtahid.- The concept has been selectively applied to excuse opponents of Imām ‘Ali (a) but not rebels against ‘Uthmān.- Example: Ibn Ḥazm claimed Ibn Muljim killed Imām ‘Ali (a) based on ijtihad, believing he was right.- Such arguments are rejected; oppressors must be called oppressors.- Parallel drawn with Palestine: Oct. 7, 2023, attack used as justification for Israel's assault on Gaza.- Israeli offensive devastated Gaza, destroying hospitals, schools, and displacing millions; over 63,000 killed, half women and children.- Israel weaponized food and water against civilians.- Debate continues whether Gaza situation qualifies as genocide.- Israel and Western supporters justify it as “right to defence,” similar to “khaṭā ijtihādi.”- South Africa brought a genocide case against Israel to the ICJ, and many world leaders have called it genocide.- The International Association of Genocide Scholars declared Israel's actions meet the UN legal definition of genocide.- Resolution passed with 86% support, accusing Israel of indiscriminate and deliberate attacks on civilians and infrastructure.- Irony noted that descendants of genocide victims now commit genocide under the label of self-defence.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Eid-E-Zahra 1447September 2nd 20259th Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 AH* Eid-e Zahrā' marks joy of Ahlul Bayt after Mukhtār punished killers of Karbala.* Principle of ḥubb and bughḍ: love Ahlul Bayt, reject oppressors.* Legitimacy of birth tied to natural love of Ahlul Bayt.* Hadith: lovers of ‘Ali (a) have pure birth; haters are hypocrites or illegitimate.* Sanctity of marriage preserves fitrah toward Ahlul Bayt.* Many killers of Imam Ḥusayn (a) linked to illegitimate lineage.* Osamah Anwar ‘Akāshah noted Umayyad leaders' illegitimacy.* Ibn Hazm, Ibn Taymiyyah justified Ibn Muljim's act; Shi‘a reject.* Revenge for Karbala continues with Imam al-Mahdi (a).* Raj‘at: selective resurrection before Qiyāmat, affirmed in Qur'ān and hadith.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Shahadat of Imam Hasan Al-Askari (AS)September 1st 20258th Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma KhutbaAugust 29th, 2025- Islam is described as the straight and middle path, avoiding extremes.- Financial responsibility includes earning for oneself and dependents, which is considered a duty.- Religion emphasizes communal responsibility towards the less fortunate.- On a collective level, this is fulfilled through religious taxes like khums, zakāt, fiṭrah, and kaffārāt.- On an individual level, charity (ṣadaqah, infāq) is highly emphasized, as described in Qur'an (2:3).- The Prophet praised those with good character who give their extra wealth in charity.- Discussing the 3 levels of charity in Islam- Moderation is essential: neither being stingy nor overspending (17:29).- Qur'an praises those who prioritize others over themselves even in poverty (59:9).Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Wafat of Bibi Masuma-e-Qum (SA)Thursday Night MajlisAugust 28st 20254th Rabi Al-Awwal 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Imam ‘Ali Al-Ridha (a) is remembered on the day of his shahadat, a day of great loss for the Ummah.His life and teachings revolved around explaining the truth and necessity of Imamate.Imamate is not a worldly leadership but a divine position, granted only by Allah, similar to Prophethood.Just as Prophets are chosen by Allah and not by the people, the Imams are divinely appointed guides.Imamate is the continuation of the mission of the Prophets, ensuring that the religion of Islam remains preserved after the Prophet (s).Without Imamate, the religion remains incomplete and guidance becomes lost.Imam Al-Ridha (a) described the Imam as the protector of the Ummah, safeguarding them from misguidance.The Imam carries the responsibility of preserving and explaining the Qur'an and Sunnah in their pure form.The Imam is the living proof (hujjah) of Allah on earth, guiding people towards truth and away from error.In his debates and gatherings, Imam Al-Ridha (a) used Qur'anic verses and Prophetic hadith to establish the legitimacy of Imamate.He emphasized that the Imam is like the Ark of Nuh — whoever boards is saved, and whoever turns away is drowned.The Imam is also the shining lamp of guidance, leading believers through the darkness of ignorance and falsehood.Imam Al-Ridha (a) taught that the Imam is a mercy and blessing from Allah, sent for the protection of the Ummah.His life was marked by knowledge, patience, and sacrifice, even under the oppressive rule of the Abbasids.The shahadat of Imam Al-Ridha (a) was a tragedy for the Muslim Ummah, as it was the loss of a divine guide and leader.Remembering his life reminds us of his dedication to truth, his defense of Islam, and his role as the safeguard of faith.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Thursday Night MajlisAugust 21st 202527th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Khamsah Zaynabiyyah - Day 5Arbaeen Day 1447 AHAugust 14th 202520th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Khamsah Zaynabiyyah - Day 4August 13th 202518th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Khamsah Zaynabiyyah - Day 3August 12th 202517th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Khamsah Zaynabiyyah - Day 2August 11th 202516th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Khamsah Zaynabiyyah - Day 1August 10th 202515th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday KhutbaAugust 8th, 2025Safar 13th, 1447 AHThe Humanitarian Violations Against The Family Of Imam Husayn (a) After KarbalaQur'anic Command To Defend The Oppressed: Lessons From KarbalaThe Prophet's Rules Of War Versus The Crimes Of Yazid's ArmyParallels Between Karbala And Modern-Day OppressionHow Extremist Groups Mirror The Injustice Of KarbalaWhy Some Scholars Defend Yazid And Oppose The ‘Azā Of Husayn (a)Debunking Ibn Taymiyyah And Others On The Events Of KarbalaThe Role Of ‘Azā In Preserving The True Path Of IslamMisuse Of “Unity” To Silence The Remembrance Of KarbalaAwaiting The Mahdi (a): Hope For Global JusticeDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

30th of Imam Hussain (AS)Wafat of Bibi Sakina (AS)August 4th 20259th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Ayyam E Hasan - Day 3Shahadat of Imam Hasan (AS)August 1st 20256th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday KhutbaAugust 1st, 2025Safar 7th, 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Ayyam E Hasan - Day 2July 31th 20255th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Ayyam E Hasan - Day 1 July 30th 20254th Safar 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

20th Of Imam Hussain (AS)July 25th 202529th Muharram 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday KhutbaJuly 25th 202529th Muharram 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Thursday Night MajlisJuly 24th 202528th Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Shahadat of Imam Zaynul Abideen (AS) July 21st 202525th Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Shahadat of Imam Zaynul Abideen (AS) July 20th 202524th Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Shahadat of Imam Zaynul Abideen (AS) July 19th 202523rd Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Shahadat of Imam Zaynul Abideen (AS) July 18th 202522nd Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Khutba July 18th 202522nd Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Thursday Night MajlisJuly 17th 202521st Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

10th of Imam Hussain (AS) July 16th 202520th Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

July 11th, 202515th Muharram 1447Friday Jumu'ah Khutba* The Shi‘a and some Sufi/Sunni communities commemorated the tragedy of Karbala, symbolizing the struggle between justice and tyranny.* Imam Husayn (a) offered to leave peacefully when rejected by the people, but refused to surrender to an unjust ruler or flee in humiliation.* Husayn's refusal to pledge allegiance to Yazid was a vital moral and spiritual stance, representing divine truth and justice over tyranny.* Accepting Yazid would have symbolized the defeat of moral principles.* Imam Husayn (a) declared that humiliation was not acceptable for the family of the Prophet, as God and the righteous reject obedience to oppressors.* A local dispute arose around a public display of Husayn's quote “Never to humiliation” at the Jaffari Community Centre, where neighbours and the local community misinterpreted the meaning behind this universal message* This slogan embodies global resolve against oppression, urging peoples to resist injustice peacefully, as explained earlier in the lecture* It does not represent, encourage, condone, or relate to any form of violence* We invite the local community and neighbours to reach out and learn more about this message and Husayn's struggle for freedom, rather than making assumptions or spreading misinformation* The message of Karbala is universal and continues to inspire oppressed people worldwide to stand against injustice.* Conveying the message of the oppressed, like Lady Zaynab and Imam Zaynul ‘Abidin did, is a vital part of resistance against false narratives.* Highlighting modern parallels to historical episodes of oppression, especially media bias and suppression of voices criticizing Israeli actions in Gaza, where labels of Anti-Semitism are used to silence valid criticisms of a government systemDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Thursday Night Majlis July 10th 202514th Muharram 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 12th Muharram 1447 AHMonday, July 7 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Sham-e-Ghariba Majlis - Sheikh Khalil JafferSham-e-Ghariba - Ashura Day 1447 AHSaturday, July 6 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Ashura Day Maqtal - Sheikh Khalil JafferAshura Day 1447 AHSaturday, July 6 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 10th Muharram 1447 AHSaturday, July 5 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

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Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 9th Muharram 1447 AHFriday, July 4 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 8th Muharram 1447 AHThursday, July 3 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 7th Muharram 1447 AHWednesday, July 2 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 6th Muharram 1447 AHTuesday, July 1 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 3rd Muharram 1447 AHSaturday, June 28th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 5th Muharram 1447 AHSunday, June 30th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 4th Muharram 1447 AHSunday, June 29th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Eve of 2nd Muharram 1447 AHFriday, June 27th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God - Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 2nd Muharram 1447 AHThursday, June 27th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma Khutba1st Muharram 1447June 27th, 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Finding God with Sheikh Khalil JafferEve of 1st Muharram 1447 AHThursday, June 26th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Eve of 1st Muharram 1447 AHThursday, June 26th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma KhutbaJune 20th, 2025- Shi‘as are facing a dangerous situation as Israel has attacked Iran, claiming Iran is building a nuclear bomb.- CNN and US intelligence suggest Iran is three years away from having a nuclear bomb, but Trump's own intelligence director said Iran is not building one and has not resumed the program since suspending it in 2003.- Trump disregarded his intelligence director's statement and claimed Iran was very close to getting the bomb.- There is no solid evidence that Iran is weaponizing its nuclear program; credible organizations and the IAEA confirm no signs of military use of enriched uranium.- Western governments repeat that “Israel has the right to defend itself,” but Iran did not attack Israel, so Israel's war is aggression, not self-defence.- Netanyahu has falsely claimed for over 30 years that Iran is close to getting a nuclear bomb, repeatedly misleading Americans, similar to the WMD lie about Iraq.- The Western media heavily favors Israel, exaggerating Israeli casualties while minimizing or ignoring Palestinian deaths and suffering.- A report found Israeli deaths get 33 times more BBC coverage than Palestinian deaths, showing Western media bias that devalues Arab and Iranian lives.- Ayatullāh Sistāni condemned the military aggression against Iran and warned of severe chaos and suffering if the aggression continues, urging governments to stop the war and find a lawful, peaceful resolution.- People are encouraged to recite Du‘ā no. 14 of aṣ-Ṣaḥifah as-Sajjādiyyah for the safety of Shi‘as in the Middle East, especially in Iran.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Eid ul MubahilaJune 20th 202523rd Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH– Mubahala is when the Prophet challenged the Najran Christians to invoke God's curse on the liars.– It happened peacefully after the Treaty of Ḥudaybiyya when Islam spread by preaching, not war.– The Prophet sent letters to many leaders, including the Bishop of Najran, inviting them to monotheism.– The Najran Christians sent a delegation for dialogue; the Prophet explained pure tawḥīd.– They insisted Jesus was divine; the Prophet refuted this with Qur'an comparing Jesus to Adam.– Allah commanded the Prophet to settle it through Mubahala, bringing his closest family.– The Prophet came with Ali, Fatimah, Hasan, and Husayn — showing who was truthful.– Seeing this, the Christian leader backed out, choosing peace and paying jizya instead.– This showed Islam's victory through logic and the special status of Ahl al-Bayt.– It contrasts with Christian history of forced conversions and refutes Pope Benedict's claims.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Thursday Night Majlis June 19th 202522nd Dhul Hijjah 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)