Podcasts about imam ali

Friday Juma KhutbaFriday July 31st, 2026Arba'in is only days away, and the Ahlul Bayt (a) placed extraordinary emphasis on the ziyarah of Imam Husayn (a) throughout the year, especially on Arba'in.Imam Hasan al-Askari (a) described five defining signs of a true Shi'a, highlighting both worship and religious identity.The first sign, praying 51 rak'ahs daily, encourages believers to go beyond obligatory acts and embrace recommended worship.Even with modern lifestyles, believers should gradually build habits such as nawafil, shorter recommended prayers, and Salat al-Layl.Wearing a ring on the right hand reflects the Sunnah of the Prophet (s) and serves as a visible expression of Islamic identity.Historical evidence shows some Sunni jurists reversed the Prophet's practice after it became associated with the Shi'a, raising the question of who truly preserved the Sunnah.Reciting the Basmalah aloud is another sign of following the practice of the Prophet (s) and the teachings of the Ahlul Bayt (a).Imam Ali's (a) commitment to reciting the Basmalah aloud was even acknowledged by prominent Sunni scholars as a source of guidance.Two of the five signs are directly connected to Imam Husayn (a): prostrating on natural earth and performing the Arba'in ziyarah.Sajdah on earth reflects the practice of the Prophet (s), and the Imams later recommended using the turbah of Karbala because of its unique spiritual significance.Imam al-Sadiq (a) taught that prostrating on the turbah of Imam Husayn (a) carries immense spiritual merit.Imam Hasan al-Askari (a) emphasized Arba'in ziyarah as the community approached the Occultation, ensuring Imam Husayn (a) remained central to Shi'a identity.Despite attempts by rulers like Mutawakkil and later Saddam Hussein to erase Karbala and stop pilgrims, their efforts ultimately failed.The more tyrants tried to suppress the pilgrimage to Karbala, the stronger and larger it became.The millions who walk from Najaf to Karbala each year demonstrate that the message of Imam Husayn (a) continues to outlive every oppressor.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

30th of Imam Hussain and Wafat of Bibi SakinaJuly 25th, 202610th Safar 1448Imam Husayn's mission was to reform the Ummah through al-amr bil ma'ruf and an-nahy 'anil munkar, not merely political opposition.Quran 9:71 places commanding good and forbidding evil before prayer and zakat when describing the characteristics of a believing community.Imam Ali (a) explained that when amr and nahy are upheld, all other religious obligations remain protected.The obligation of amr bil ma'ruf has conditions: knowledge, likelihood of effectiveness, and avoiding serious harm.The three levels are the heart, the tongue, and the hand, progressing according to circumstances and authority.Social activism in Islam must consider time, place, and the surrounding political and social environment rather than applying one method everywhere.Muslims living as minorities, such as in Canada, face different realities than Muslims living in majority-Shia countries.Passion for activism should be balanced with wisdom, experience, and preserving community unity.The lives of the Ahlul Bayt demonstrate that different circumstances require different strategies while pursuing the same divine objectives.Imam Hasan (a) and Imam Husayn (a) adopted different approaches because their circumstances differed, not because of differences in courage.Imam Husayn (a) himself remained patient during Mu'awiyah's rule before acting against Yazid when conditions changed.Zayd ibn Ali's uprising was supported by Imam al-Baqir (a) and Imam al-Sadiq (a), yet the Imams themselves pursued educational jihad according to their responsibilities.Revolutionary action is not the only form of jihad; teaching, scholarship, and preserving authentic Islam are equally vital forms of struggle.Imam Zaynul Abidin (a) taught that true jihad requires righteous believers possessing the qualities listed in Quran 9:112.The lecture concludes with the sacrifices of Imam Sajjad (a) and Sayyidah Sakina (a), reminding believers that preserving the message of Karbala also took the form of patience, remembrance, and education.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

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(01:00): Hvordan dehumanisere politikerne deltagerne til Ashura begivenheden? Medvirkende: Mohammad Khani, tidligere imam i Imam Ali-moskéen i København og debattør. (18:00): Hvordan er dronerapporten den samme som uforapporter? Medvirkende: Benny Christen Grandahl, cand.comm. og talsmand i Skandinavisk UFO Information. (30:00): Kommune tillod boligblok på forurenet grund i strid med loven #2. Medvirkende: Cordelia Weber, journalist på RADIO IIII. (40:00): Skal DBU melde sig ud af FIFA? Medvirkende: Niels Fuglsang, medlem af Europa-Parlamentet for Socialdemokratiet. Værter: Mathias Wissing og Peter MarstalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into one of the most mysterious and controversial concepts in Islamic theology: the Salawat. What does it truly mean when the Quran says that Allah and His angels “pray” upon the Prophet Muhammad? Is the common translation accurate, or is there a deeper hidden reality behind these words that has been overlooked for centuries? In this episode, we explore the spiritual meaning of the Salawat, the role of the Ahl al-Bayt, and ancient narrations connected to divine presence, recognition, and guidance. Through Quranic verses, narrations from the Imams, and powerful theological reflections, this discussion uncovers profound mysteries surrounding Wilaya, divine manifestation, Imam Ali, Imam al-Sadiq, and the hidden meanings within Islamic tradition. This episode is essential viewing for anyone interested in Islam, Shia Islam, Quranic interpretation, Islamic mysticism, esoteric knowledge, and the deeper realities behind faith and spiritual perception.

Since the formation of Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi's government, a series of declarations by the Sadrist Movement, Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, and Kata'ib Imam Ali have signaled a growing willingness to abandon armed wings and integrate more fully into the Iraqi state.But what do these declarations actually mean in practice? The hosts unpack the technical process of Hashd integration, examine Sadr's long history of pledges to disband armed formations, and explore the political calculations driving these latest announcements. They also discuss why different factions face varying incentives, and what the evolution of Iraq's armed movements reveals about the country's broader political trajectory.

Friday Juma KhutbaMay 1st, 2026- United Nations was founded to uphold peace through justice, where all nations are equally subject to law- The veto power of the five permanent members—United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, China—undermines fairness and weakens global justice- Qur'anic principle (5:8, 4:135) emphasizes justice even toward those one dislikes, rejecting bias and selective morality- Global double standards exist: some nations' sensitivities are prioritized while Muslim concerns are often ignored- Incident of Israeli soldiers damaging a statue of Jesus Christ sparked immediate global outrage and accountability- International pressure led Israel to apologize, investigate, and punish the soldiers involved- In contrast, more severe violations against Palestinian human beings in Gaza Strip and West Bank remain largely unaddressed- 'Action on Armed Violence' reported that 88% of such cases were closed or unresolved- Reports of abuse and rising settler violence highlight systemic lack of accountability- After the Conquest of Mecca, Prophet Muhammad publicly disassociated from wrongdoings by Khalid ibn al-Walid- He sent Imam Ali to compensate victims fully, demonstrating immediate justice and moral responsibility- Attack on a school in Minab killed 168 people, including 110 children, yet lacked timely accountability- Donald Trump gave inconsistent responses and shifted blame despite emerging evidence- Reduction of civilian harm oversight reflects disregard for innocent lives in conflict zones- Instruction of Imam Ali to Malik al-Ashtar emphasizes mercy: people are either brothers in faith or equals in humanityDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Wendesday April 29, 202612 Dhul Qada 1447Wiladat of Imam Ali Ar-Redha (AS)• Celebration Of The Birth Anniversary Of The 8th Imām Imam Ali al-Rida And His Unique Historical Journey• The Journey From Medina To Marw And Finally Tus Where He Was Buried In Mashhad• Mamun Forced The Imām's Travel Under Close Supervision By Rajā' Bin Abi Az-Zaḥḥāk• The Route Was Strategically Chosen To Avoid Qom Showing Political Intentions• Despite Control, Allāh Used This Journey To Spread The Imām's Teachings Widely• Encounters Along The Route Guided People And Included Miracles, Especially In Nishapur• Az-Zaḥḥāk Testifies That The Imām Was The Most God-Conscious, Constant In Dhikr, And Deeply Fearful Of Allāh• A Rare Detailed Narration Shows The Complete Style Of Ṣalāt With Mustaḥabb Practices• In Wājib Prayers, The Imām Consistently Recited Sūrah Al-Qadr And Sūrah Al-Ikhlāṣ After Al-Ḥamd• Emphasis On Variety In Reciting Different Sūrahs Depending On Time And Occasion• Encouragement To Move Beyond Habitual Recitation And Reflect Contextually In Worship• Ṣalāt Is A Living Conversation With Allāh, Not Just Memorized Recitation• After Sūrah Al-Ḥamd, Saying “Al-Ḥamdu Lillāh Rabbil ‘Ālamīn” As A Response Of Gratitude• Practical Engagement Within Sūrahs: Responding To “Qul” And Affirming Beliefs During Recitation• Loud Recitation Of Basmala In All Prayers As A Continuation Of The Tradition Of Ali ibn Abi TalibDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

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Is Imam Ali a source of division or the grounds for friendship among Muslims?How did a man who asked that his killer's ropes be loosened in his dying moments become the most contested figure in Islamic history?In this episode of Thinking Islam, we explore Dr Hassan Abbas's acclaimed book, "The Prophet's Heir" through the lens of a policy maker and conflict resolution scholar. Drawing from both Shi'a and Sunni sources, Dr Abbas tells the story of Imam Ali not as a sectarian narrative but as a bridge between traditions. We examine the political dynamics of Saqifa, Ali's radical economic justice, the bias in Western scholarship of Islam, and the paradox of a warrior whose defining qualities were dialogue, selflessness, and forgiveness. In his final moments, struck by a poisoned sword, Ali asked that his killer be treated well, a measure of the justice and forgiveness that Dr Abbas argues makes Ali's legacy not a source of division but a possibility for renewal and unity.Dr Hassan Abbas is Distinguished Professor of International Relations at the National Defence University in Washington, D.C. and a senior adviser at Harvard University's Weatherhead Centre for International Affairs. His research focuses on countering political and religious extremism, rule-of-law reforms, and the intersections of security, politics, and faith in South Asia and the Middle East. "The Prophet's Heir: The Life of Ali ibn Abi Talib," published by Yale University Press, has been widely praised across traditions.Audio Chapters: 0:00 – Highlights 01:32 – Writing a Book on Imam Ali 8:04 – Using Both Shi'a and Sunni Sources 17:23 – The Bias in Western Scholarship 25:35 – An Uncritical Version of Imam Ali? 32:00 – Saqifa Through the Lens of a Policy Maker 43:47 – Did the Companions Fail the Test? 51:28 – Imam Ali as a Diplomat 56:45 – Imam Ali & Economic Justice 1:07:15 – Imam Ali, Dialogue & Egalitarianism 1:16:02 – Imam Ali's Legacy 1:21:05 – Thinking Islam Question

Friday Juma KhutbaJanuary 9th, 2026• Rajab Is Associated With Imām ‘Ali (A), The Imām Of Justice And Moral Governance• Justice Is Presented As The Foundation Of Peace And Stability In Society• Imām ‘Ali (A) Was Asked Whether Justice Or Generosity Is Superior• Contrary To Popular Assumption, Imām ‘Ali (A) Declared Justice Superior To Generosity• Justice Places Everything In Its Proper Order, While Generosity Is Situational And Limited• Justice Serves As A Universal System, Whereas Generosity Is A Temporary Relief• The Qur'ān States That The Mission Of All Prophets Was To Establish Justice Among People• Imām ‘Ali's Khilāfat Was Defined By His Commitment To Absolute Justice• He Refused To Use Injustice Or Unequal Distribution To Secure Political Support• Imām ‘Ali (A) Affirmed That Public Wealth Belongs To Allah And Must Be Distributed Equally• Social Peace And Stability Collapse When Justice Is Compromised• Modern Global Conflicts Reflect The Consequences Of Abandoning Justice• US Actions In Venezuela Are Framed As Power Politics Rather Than Legal Or Moral Claims• International Condemnation Highlights The Erosion Of Global Justice And Law• True Global Justice And Peace Are Ultimately Expected With The Appearance Of Imām Al-Mahdi (A)Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Wiladat of Imam Ali (AS)January 2nd, 202613th Rajab 1447 AH• The Qur'ān's Style Is To Present Universal Principles While Leaving Detailed Explanation To The Prophet Through His Sunnah• Verses Such As 16:44 And 16:64 Establish That The Prophet's Role Is To Explain What Was Revealed• Imām Ja‘far Aṣ-Ṣādiq Explained The Absence Of ‘Ali's Name By Comparing It To Ṣalāh, Whose Details Were Not Named In The Qur'ān• The Qur'ān Introduces Individuals By Name, By Number, Or By Description• Many Important Figures Are Described Without Being Named, Such As Khidr, Āṣif Bin Barkhiyā, And The Believer From Fir‘awn's Family• Longest Human Speech In The Qur'ān Belongs To An Unnamed Believer, Showing That Absence Of Name Does Not Reduce Status• Some Figures Of Great Evil Are Explicitly Named, While Some Tyrants Like Namrūd Are Not• Not Mentioning ‘Ali's Name Does Not Diminish His Rank, Just As The Prophet's Name Appears Only A Few Times Compared To Other Prophets• Numerous Qur'ānic Verses Describe ‘Ali So Clearly That They Apply To None Other, According To Companions And Scholars• Verses Of Dhul ‘Ashīrah, Wilāyah, Taṭhīr, Ulul Amr, Mubāhalah, And Ghadīr All Point To ‘Ali's Authority• One Wisdom Behind Not Naming ‘Ali Is The Protection Of The Qur'ān From Deliberate Alteration• Biblical Prophecies About The Prophet Muḥammad Were Altered, Demonstrating How Explicit Naming Can Be Manipulated• Allāh's Signs Are Manifest In Creation And Within The Human Being, Yet Many Still Reject The Truth• Doubt In Allāh And Rejection Of ‘Ali's Wilāyah Share The Same Root: Prejudice, Ego, And Blindness Of Heart• Removing These Blinkers Allows One To Clearly See ‘Ali's Presence Throughout The Qur'ān And Islamic HistoryDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

We've been away for a minuteeeeee, but i'm sure you've all missed us. and there's SOOO much to catch up on, to start of the season were gonna sit back and just go over everything that's happened and what you can expect coming up.The After Maghrib Podcast is back for its 5th season! In this episode, the hosts—alongside Mohamed Ali—share highlights from the past year and reflect on what the team has been up to over the last few months, unwrapping the previous 12 months together. As a Shia podcast, the conversation also delves into the life of Imam Ali (as) as we celebrate his birth on the 13th of Rajab. Tune in to catch up, have a laugh, and kick-start the new year with us.Become a partner or make a one-off donation today: https://www.aftermaghrib.com/donate

● Social media has transformed how quickly and widely information spreads, placing news directly in people's hands.● It can be a tool for either good or evil depending on how it's used.● Extremist groups like ISIS used social media to recruit youth globally, even from countries like the UK and Canada.● In Sydney, a father and son attacked the Jewish community during Hanukkah, killing 15 and injuring 40.● A Syrian Muslim man, Ahmed al-Ahmed, heroically stopped one of the attackers, saving lives despite being shot twice.● The Qur'an teaches that killing an innocent person is like killing all humanity, while saving one life is like saving all humanity—these verses apply respectively to the attackers and to Ahmed al-Ahmed.● Social media can negatively affect spiritual life, especially when young people are misled by half-truths.● Misguiders often mix truth with falsehood to make their propaganda more convincing.● Imam ‘Ali (a) said doubts resemble truth, which is why they are dangerous.● Historical example: Mu‘awiyah used propaganda to shift blame for the death of ‘Ammar away from himself, claiming ‘Ali was responsible.● Imam ‘Ali countered by pointing out the absurdity of the argument, saying that by the same logic, the Prophet would be to blame for Hamzah's death at Uhud.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma KhutbaDecember 5th, 2025- Canada's Liberal government may remove the “religious exemption” from hate speech laws in Section 319(3)(b) of the Criminal Code.- Bill C-9 aims to amend the Criminal Code regarding hate propaganda, hate crime, and access to religious/cultural places.- The current exemption protects good-faith expressions or arguments based on religious beliefs or texts from prosecution.- NCCM warns this change could criminalize sermons or discussions from the Qur'an, Bible, Torah, Bhagavad Gita, or Guru Granth Sahib.- Canada has historically protected good-faith theological discourse; removing this risks censorship of faith and scholarship.- Without the exemption, reciting religious texts, teaching, or quoting scriptures could lead to investigation or criminal charges.- Muslims support hate speech laws against incitement to violence but oppose removing the good-faith religious exemption.- Advocates are encouraged to join NCCM's letter-writing campaign to defend religious freedom and promote justice.- Religious freedom defenders are united: Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, Canadian Civil Liberties Association, Canadian Bar Association, CMPAC, United Church of Canada, and ~50 other organizations.- United public opposition may prevent the removal of the exemption.- Example of interfaith unity: Pope Leo's trip to Turkey and Lebanon focused on peace and dialogue with Muslims and Christians.- Shi‘a representation in Lebanon: Shaykh ‘Ali al-Khaṭib welcomed the Pope on behalf of the Supreme Islamic Shi‘a Council.- Shaykh ‘Ali emphasized Islamic principles of human fraternity and equality from the Prophet Muḥammad and Imam ‘Ali.- He highlighted that true religion promotes peace, honour, and dignity, and conflicts in religion misrepresent faith.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Ayyam E Fatimmiya - Night 4November 24, 20253rd Jamada Al Akhir 1447 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Forrige weekend blev en U12-fodboldkamp mellem den jødiske sportsklub Hakoah og Brønshøj Boldklub aflyst. Først blev Hakoah oplyst, at forældrene fra Brønshøj ikke ønskede, at deres børn skulle spille mod Hakoah på grund af den verserende konflikt i Gaza. Senere fik Hakoah at vide, at det handlede om, at de frygtede demonstrationer og hærværk, hvis kampen blev spillet.Men hvorfor skal en gruppe jødiske drenge i Danmark blandes ind i konflikten i Gaza? Det debatterer dagens to gæster, der langt fra er enige. Vært: Joachim B. Olsen, debatredaktør på B.T. Gæst: Mohammad Khani, tidligere imam i Imam Ali-moskeen Steffen Larsen, udlændinge- og integrationsordfører for Liberal Alliance Journalist: Maria Asmine Dam Producer: Daniel Sarto Lassen og Maria Asmine Dam Er du tvivl om, hvad du skal mene om aktuelle emner, så tilmeld dig nyhedsbrevet Borgerlig Tabloid fra Joachim B. Olsen - så får du borgerlig argumenter direkte i din indbakke: https://www.bt.dk/debat/borgerlig-tabloid-faa-borgerlig-debat-direkte-i-din-indbakke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

De Konservative vil have lukket Imam Ali Moskeen i København, efter det er kommet frem, at moskeen har forbindelser til det iranske præstestyre. Partiet prøvede også at få lukket moskeen for fem år siden, men det blev dengang afvist, fordi det ifølge Socialdemokratiet er i strid med grundloven. De Konservatives udlændinge og integrationsordfører, Frederik Bloch Münster, anerkender, at det ikke er nemt at lukke en moske, og derfor er partiet i gang med at undersøge, hvad lovgivningen egentlig tillader. Og hvis det viser sig, at der mangler lovgivning på området, er De Konservative klar til at "tilvejebringe" den lovgivning, der skal til for at lukke moskeen. Værter: Peter Marstal og Anne Phillipsen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(01:00): Fire år efter kritik: Straffesager forældes i Skats sagsbunke. Medvirkende: Hilde Svendsen, journalist på RADIO IIII. (15:00): Tidligere PET-chef: droner over danske lufthavne er ikke fra fremmede magter. Medvirkende: Hans Jørgen Bonnichsen, tidligere chefkriminalinspektør og operativ og politifaglig leder for Politiets Efterretningstjeneste. (33:00): Rusland spiller atomkortet overfor Danmark, men metoden er ikke ny. Medvirkende: Flemming Splidsboel, seniorforsker hos DIIS med speciale i Rusland. (43:00): Tidligere imam og debattør: Det giver god mening at chikanere jødiske fodboldbørn. Medvirkende: Mohammad Khani, tidligere imam i Imam Ali-moskéen i København og debattør. Værter: Kasper Harboe og Peter MarstalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I denne uges udgave af P1 Debats Sommersalon skal vi diskutere betydningen af DR's nye generaldirektør Bjarne Corydon. Skal DR til at gennemgå radikale forandringer eller er det småting, der skal skrues på? En tidlig morgen kravlede den højrenationale organisation Generation Identitær op på taget af Imam Ali-moskeen i det københavnske Nordvest-kvarter. Herfra hang et banner med ét klart budskab: "Remigration." Men er der tale om en demonstration eller en hadforbrydelse? Danskerne vil have en statsminister, der har kristne værdier. I hvert fald hvis man skal tro en undersøgelse, Verian har lavet for Berlingske. Her svarer 50 procent af de adspurgte, at det er vigtigt for dem at have en statsminister, der har kristne værdier. Overraskende eller forudsigeligt? Du kan blande dig i debatten ved at ringe ind fra 12:15-13:30 på 70 21 19 19 eller send en sms til 1212. Medvirkende: Alexander Sokol, rådgiver hos Prospekt Jesper Theil Thomsen, stifter af "Soundboks" og stifter af organisationen "Saga" Anders Stjernholm, komiker, foredragsholder og forperson for Ateistisk selskab Maria Ladegaard, Folketingskandidat for Venstre Vært: Mathias Pedersen Producer og tilrettelægger: Sebastian Johan Lund

(02:00): V-kandidat går imod hovedpartiet og vil have gratis Storebæltsbro. Medvirkende: Amanda Heitmann, FT-kandidat for Venstre på Fyn. (14:00): Liberal Alliance kritiserer DR's forbrug af seminarer. Medvirkende: Trine Pertou Mach, medlem af Folketinget for Enhedslisten. (30:00): Ledig gymnasielærer: Mine borgerlige holdninger betyder, jeg ikke kan få job. Medvirkende: Dorthe Schmittroth Madsen, arbejdsløs gymnasielærer og tidligere folketingskandidat for Det Konservative Folkeparti. (44:00): LA: Der skal ikke gribes politisk ind over for aktivisme på Imam Ali moskéen. Medvirkende: Steffen Larsen, retsordfører for Liberal Alliance. Værter: Peter Marstal & Toke Gripping See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Et kæmpe banner med ordene "Remigration" blev i fredags hængt op på Imam-Ali-moskeen i København. Imens stod folk fra den indvandringskritiske bevægelse 'Generation Identitær' med røde røgbomber løftet i vejret på toppen af moskeen. Imam-Ali-moskeen skriver i en pressemeddelelse, at det bidrager til frygt blandt muslimer. Men der var tale om en kærlighedserklæring, lyder det fra bevægelsen. Værter: Peter Marstal og Toke Gripping. Gæst: Daniel Nordentoft, talsperson for Generation IdentitærSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special Eid al-Ghadir episode, Sayed Ali Radhawi is joined by Sheikh Mustafa Akhound to discuss Wilaya, the responsibility of parents, building a Shia identity from a young age, and how to raise children prepared to serve Imam al-Mahdi (AJ). Together, they explore the teachings of the Ahlulbayt (as) and highlight Imam Ali (as) as a role model in tarbiyyah. A must-watch for Muslim parents, future parents, and anyone passionate about raising the next generation of unapologetically Shia Muslims.

In this episode, we explore the timeless wisdom of Imam Ali (as): "Live among people in such a manner that if you die, they weep over you, and if you are alive, they crave your company." Join Sayed Ali and Sayed Jawad ElHassan as they delve into what it means to leave a lasting impression through good character (akhlaq), sincerity, and genuine service to others. Together, they reflect on the powerful legacy of the Ahlulbayt (as) and discuss practical ways to live a meaningful life with purpose, compassion, and integrity. If you've ever wondered what it truly means to live beautifully and be remembered for your presence — this episode is for you. Your support helps us sustain our studio, invest in better equipment, and continue bringing you high-quality conversations every week. Make a one-off donation to After Maghrib today - https://www.aftermaghrib.com/donate

As the month of Ramadhan enters its final nights, we turn to Allah (SWT) with hope for forgiveness, mercy, and guidance. We do this by connecting the remembrance of Imam Ali's (AS) shahadat with Laylatul Qadr (The Night of Power). One of the recommended acts on these nights is to recite and reflect on the Holy Quran, especially Surah al-Qadr. This week, Sheikh Ayub Rashid takes us on a spiritual and literary journey, exploring this profound chapter of the Quran, verse by verse. To truly benefit from these sacred nights, this podcast is a must-hear!

In his last days, knowing death was imminent, Prophet Muhammad called his uncle Abbas and Imam Ali. He asked his uncle to carry out his will and settle his affairs after the prophet's death. When the uncle demured, the prophet asked Imam Ali, who accepted. The Prophet also gave Imam Ali his sword, battle gear, and ring.Three days before his passing, the prophet went to the masjid and asked if anyone had a grievance against him, and offered to let them seek retribution. A man stepped forth saying that the prophet had accidentally hit him on the stomach once. The prophet said he could seek whatever retribution eh wanted. The man asked the prophet to remove his shirt and then kissed the prophet on his stomach.At one point Ammar bin Yasir asked the Prophet how his ghusul and burial should be conducted, and the propeht replied that it would be done by "Ali ibn Abi Talib, for no part of my body will he touch without the angels aiding him in doing so"Another time, when the prophet was weak, he woke up from sleep and asked for "my brother and companion." Aisha said to summon Abu Bakr, when when the prophet woke up again saw him sitting there he turned away from the man. After Abu Bakr's departure the prophet again asked for "my brother and companion." Usman's daughter Umm Salma had Usman summoned, yet he received the same treatment fromt the prophet. When the prophet called for "my brother and companion" a third time, Imam Ali was summoned and the Prophet spoke to him privately for a long time.When asked what they spoke about, Imam Ali replied "He taught me a thousand doors (of knowledge) and each door opens a thousand more. He also entrusted me with responsibilities that, God willing, I will fulfil"Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=800.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojs3bdeq37o&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.

In these last few days, many of the companions explicitly disregarded the prophet's instructions in order to secure political power after his demise. The prophet had attempted to prevent their schemes by instructing many of the senior companions to leave Medina with Usama ibn Zayd, so that Imam Ali could assume leadership without interference, but many delayed and made excuses.Some hypocrites were known, but others were skilled at hiding their hypocrisy as proven by the failed assassination attempt.In the even known as "The Calamity of Thursday", while Prophet Muhammad lay on his death bed he decided to take an extra step to explicitly document the his successor and asked for something to write to leave a message "after which you'll never go astray."However, a group of companions who were around him at the time, including Umar, realized that the prophet was planning to document his succession plan and started to strongly object and shout, prompting Prophet Muhammad to order them to leave.The lecture analyzes the various Sunni sources which indicate that the opposition group, which Umar was part of, started saying prophet was "going insane."The fact that these people were willing to sling mud on the prophet's sanity showed to the prophet the futility of writing down his will later. If he were to do so, those people would cast the same aspersions on the prophet's will, casting doubts on his sanity during every instance where he designated Imam Ali as his successor. This could be potentially stretched back all the way to revelation, and the spread of such slander would put people's belief in Islam itself at risk.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=796.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBxvKOHjZcM&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.

In today's Tafsir, we uncover the unique wisdom of Imam Ali as he offers an unconventional remedy for pain, blending Quranic insights from Aya 4 of Surah An-Nisaa with natural elements. Discover how three blessed components create a remarkable healing potion, revealing the connection between spiritual wisdom and physical health. Let’s get started.

After Prophet Muhammad declared Ali ibn Abi Talib's successorship, the angel Gabriel descended with an extension of the verse Quran 5:3, adding "today I have perfected your religion for you, and I have completed my blessing upon you, and I have approved Islam as your religion", showing that there's a version of Islam that's perfected and a version that's incomplete.After the kutba, the people were commanded to pledge allegiance to Imam Ali, and the prophet instructed them to greet him with the title Commander of the Faithful. The Prophet instructed Ali to sit in a tent across from his own tent and ordered the Muslims to enter in groups to congratulate him and refer to him with the new title. This process took three days, and included the Muajirun, Ansar, outling Arab tribes, and the prophet's wives.By requiring the Muslim community to personally greet Ali with the new title, the Prophet legitimized Imam Ali's position and left no room for doubt in the mind of anyone present.Many sources say the companions of the prophet came to Imam Ali and congratulated him on the leadership. The first to address him was Umar ibn Al-Khattab, saying "O Ali, you have become my master and the master of every momin and momina"After the three days had passed in Ghadir, a man from the tribe of Banu Makhzum (a staunch enemy of the prophet) arrived and said "O Muhammad, I wish to ask you about three matters..." and he asked if the shahadah, if the laws of islam, and if Ali's successorship was from the prophet or from Allah. When the prophet replied that they were all from Allah, the man became very angry and said "Oh Allah, if Muhammad is truthful then blast me with fire" and within minutes he was struck by lightning.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=777.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9hESB_xSZA&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.

Prophet Muhammad was worried about people rebelling against him if he announced Imam Ali as his successor, so he delayed following the message to formalize his succesorship as long as he was allowed to.The wisdom of this showed by how during the hajj. Some companions of the Prophet had suspected the Prophet would announce Imam Ali as his successor at hajj and whenever the prophet would give a sermon that veered towards this topic, they would become agitative and make noise in order to derail the announcement.After the hajj, the Muslims started travelling back towars their home towns, with the Yemenis going south, and the Meccans remaining behind in Mecca, while the prophet and others went north to Medina. At this time Gabriel once again conveyed Allah's command to the Prophet to announce his successor and this time also promised His protection. Perphaps after the groups had split the munafiqeen were in too small a number to cause any trouble, and Prophet Muhammad announced Imam Ali as his successor.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=766.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2uO-I_ZiWo&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.

In the last months of the prophet's life, Gabriel descended to the prophet conveying a message from Allah: "There remain two obligations that you must convey to your people: the obligation of Hajj, and the obligation of Wilayah (the guardianship and succession) after you. For indeed, I have never left My earth without a proof, and I will never leave it without one." The Prophet had often spoken about Imam Ali's unique rank, but hadn't formalized his succession in front of a large audience. Prophet Muhammad ordred all who could to join him in his Hajj, about 70-124,000 people joined, and sent a message to Imam Ali, who was still in Yemen, to also join with his men.When nearing Mecca, Imam Ali rushed ahead to meet the Prophet, leaving Abu Rafi al-Qibti in charge of the men. When Imam Ali returned he saw that for their Ihram those men had put on the fine Yemeni fabrics, a khums collected from Yemen. Imam Ali reprimanded them and ordered them removed and repacked immediately. While this was the just course of action, this disciplining would natrually lead to tension being created between him and his troops.After the they all returned to Mecca, Imam Ali was praying in the sacred mosquen when a begger entered and asked for charity. Without interrupting his prayer, from ruku Imam Ali extendeded his hand and offered his ring to the beggar. At this moment some companions were with the prophet as the verse was revealed "Your guardian is only Allah, his Prophet, and the faithful who maintain the prayer and give charity while bowing down."During hajj, the prophet often emphasized the two weightly things he was leaving behind: the Quran and the Ahlul Bayt. During this time Allah repeatedly instructed the prophet to make his succession announcement, but concerns about the potential backlash from some companions kept Prophet Muhammad from doing so until Allah sent a promise of protection.The Prophet's concern about backlash from his companions foreshadowed the opposition Imam Ali would later encounter.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=762.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NoMKBn89Pc&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.

Prophet Muhammad sent a mission to Yemen to invite them to Islam. The first mission was led by Khalid ibn Al-Walid, who was a harsh man who had fought against the Muslims in the Battle of Uhud, but he had an aristrocratic background and by making him feel valued Prophet Muhammad had hoped to turn him into a productive member of the Muslim community.However once in Yemen, instead of following the prophetic principles of dawah Khalid hastily resorted to violence. The Tribe of Numayr, feeling threatened, sent a delegation to the Prophet in Medina to ask for protection from Khalid. The Prophet sent Imam Ali to Yemen to do damage control and instructed Khalid's men to follow him instead. While sending Imam Ali he gave him various bits of advice, emphasizing the need to display wisdom, to soften people's hearts, and to remain upright.The prophet emphasized the importance of avoiding bloodshed if possible, to the point where he said to not even engage in battle unless they kill one of your men first, and to even then first give them a chance to repent.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=754.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfXL7MqjgOU&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.

The Qaim Aba Al-Sadiq Abdullah Hashem sits down with Faraz Al-Almahdi and delves deep into the narrations of the Ahlul Bayt (as) regarding the profound connections between the Qaim and the Prophets before him. Specifically, he explores the unique "sunnah" of the Prophets that the Qaim embodies, focusing on the parallels with Prophet Jesus. In this enlightening discussion, the Qaim reveals how Imam Ali (as) prayed for a particular quality to be present in the Qaim, aligning him closely with the divine mission of Jesus. Aba Al-Sadiq sheds light on how he, as the Qaim, fulfills one of the essential laws of Jesus, embodying the spiritual legacy of his mission. Throughout the conversation, many insightful parallels between these two messianic figures are drawn, revealing a shared purpose and a continuity of divine guidance. As the Qaim explains, this alignment is not merely symbolic but represents a profound connection to the spirit of God that has flowed through all the Prophets, from Adam to Jesus, and now to the Qaim himself.

Full title: Battle of Siffin: The Intrigues Against Imam Ali's Statebuilding Project & Its Legacy in the Modern Middle East This talk explores the politics and legacy of the Battle of Siffin — a foundational moment in the early political memory and history of Islam that pitted Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib against a rebellion in Syria led by Mu'awiya ibn Abi Sufyan. As the first Shi'a Imam and fourth Sunni Caliph, the figure of Ali looms large in the consciousness of Muslims from the very early Islamic period until today. The talk is divided into two sections. The first explores the dialogue and politics between Ali and the diverse battle factions in his army at the Battle of Siffin. It analyzes Imam Ali's state building project, the interests of various elite generals and divisions within Imam Ali's army, the context behind internal Muslim conflict and the political order of the early Islamic state, and the distinctions made by Ali regarding the roots and reasons behind internal civil conflict within the Muslim body politic. The second section analyzes how contemporary thinkers and scholars in the modern Middle East have interpreted the legacy of Imam Ali, the Battle of Siffin, and the "First Muslim Civil War” as a lens through which to understand the intersection between early Islamic history and modern political theology as well as debates over governance and statecraft in contemporary Islamic intellectual thought. Speaker: Dr. Mohammad Sagha, Lecturer in the Modern Middle East, Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (NELC), Harvard University This event took place on April 29, 2024. For more information: https://hds.harvard.edu A full transcript is forthcoming.

When leaving for Tabuk, the Prophet (s) appointed Imam Ali (as) as his deputy in Madinah to protect against any uprising led by the Munafiqeen. Explaining it's significance, he said to Imam Ali "You are to me as Harun was to Musa, except that there is no prophet after me."There were at least 7 occasions that Prophet Muhammad made such a statement during his life.One such occasion was narrated by Umar ibn Al-Khattab, when he emphasized how precious such a statement was by saying "If I had [a quality like that mentioned about me or my family], it would be dearer to me than anything."What ranks did Prophet Harun have compared to Prophet Musa?  - Minister  - Helper  - Brother  - Backer/Strengthener  - PartnerThe lecture includes objections Sunni scholars have raised to believing that this status continued after the Prophet's death, and Shia rebuttals to those objections.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=724Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4wgpyhlgVQ&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT

In this week's English Tafsir of Surah Al-Imran Ayat 188, we explore the saying of Imam Ali, may God be pleased with him: "Nothing whatsoever can be labeled as good if Hellfire follows, and nothing whatsoever can be labeled as evil if it leads you to Paradise."

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Prophet Muhammad destroys all the idols in the Kaaba with Imam Ali's help and washes the images that had been drawn inside.He then introduced Islam to the Meccans, discarding their ideas of nationalism and tribalism, and offered a general amnesty regardless of if they convert to Islam.Prophet Muhammad told Bilal to climb on top of the Kaaba to give the Azaan. Ikrima bin Abu Jahl saw that and made disparraging remarks about it, with a couple other pagans agreeing. They were soon shokced when Prophet Muhammad came over and said "I know what you said about Bilal" and repeated their words verbatim, revealing his miraculous knowledge.The Prophet stayed in Mecca for 19 more days and during that time many prominent Meccans who had initially resisted conversion would end up converting instead of fleeing, including Ikrimah bin Abu Jahl, Suhayl ibn Amr, and Safwan ibn Umayyah.Lecture notes available at http://www.why-quran.org/?p=691.Subscribe at http://www.why-quran.org/subscribe to watch the lectures live and participate in the Q&A at the end of each class.Video recording of this lecture + Q&A available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_2pklaBlHA&list=PLpkB0iwLgfTat-Pgh4W3WFmupPamiC9UT.