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How could Omar prevent the Prophet from writing his will?

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22/12/2020

QUESTION: It is known among us that a little while before the Messenger of Allah (may Allah’s blessings be upon him and his family) was martyred due to the poison he was given by Aisha (may Allah curse her), he said the following: “Bring me a piece of paper and pen that I may write to you a document after…

If Abu Bakr and Umar were evil, why did they proclaim Islam in the first place?

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07/07/2021

QUESTION: There is no dispute that both Abu Bakr and Umar oppressed Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them) and turned back upon their heels, but why did such evil men choose to accept Islam? Islam was a religion in its infancy; it had no real power, and its followers were prosecuted at every turn. What could they gain from proclaiming…

Does the sun set in a spring?

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04/07/2021

QUESTION: What is the interpretation of the following verse: ‘Until, when he reached the setting of the sun, he found it set in a spring of murky water: Near it he found a People: We said: “O Zul-qarnain! (thou hast authority,) either to punish them, or to treat them with kindness’ ‘’ -86. Al-Kahf. Some Tafsir (interpretation) books indicate that…

Questions regarding Taqlid

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19/12/2020

QUESTION: Can one follow a deceased Marja’ (religious authority)? Is Taqlid (legal emulation) compulsory during the occultation of the Imam? Did the Imam order it? Who is the most competent authority alive? What is the opinion of Your Eminence about Khomeini? ANSWER: In the Name of Allah, the All-Beneficent, the All-Merciful.May Allah bless Muhammad and his Family and damn their…

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19/12/2020

Was Fatima the Prophet’s only daughter?

QUESTION: I have read many times that Prophet Mohammad had four daughters. But Shias say that only Fatima was the daughter of the Prophet.…

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19/12/2020

Is marriage with a Christian woman permitted?

QUESTION: Is it permissible for a Shi’i Muslim to marry a Christian woman? And if he marries her, is it obligatory upon him to…

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22/12/2020

Is Dua Sanamay Quraish authentic?

QUESTION: What is the view on the authenticity of Dua-e-Saname Quraish and what is the background story behind it? ANSWER: In the Name of…

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19/12/2020

Has the Quran been changed?

QUESTION: I am from Germany and I have an important question: Was the Koran ever changed, even a word of it? Is that true…

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22/12/2020

What is your position on the Zoroastrian Magian religion?

QUESTION: What is the Shiite position on the Zoroastrian religion? … with proof and detailed answers … with the support of the answer from…

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17/12/2020

What’s the ruling on he who opposes the cursing of the enemies of Lady Fatima?

QUESTION: What’s the ruling on he who opposes the cursing of he who oppressed Lady Fatima (peace be upon her), such as ʻUmar (may…

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22/12/2020

Why did the Prophet marry a woman from the cursed tree?

QUESTION: Bani-Umayya is the cursed tree that is to abide in Hellfire, as mentioned by the Qur’an. However, why did the Messenger (may Allah’s…

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21/12/2020

Are martial arts or sports involving fighting, permissible?

QUESTION: Is it permissible to perform martial arts or play sports involving fighting? ANSWER: In the Name of Allah, the All-Beneficent, the All-Merciful.May Allah…

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21/12/2020

What is the ruling on an Ibn Arabi-follower?

QUESTION: Please advise me on the personality of Ibn Arabi, the one who wrote Al Fotohat Al Makkya. Is he a Nasibi? Is he…

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22/12/2020

Why do you condemn the Sahaba, when the Qur’an praises them?

QUESTION: Shall we believe your words in condemnation of the Sahaba, or shall we believe the Book of Allah that praises them? Allah (Exalted…

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22/12/2020

Is Imamate higher in rank than Prophethood?

QUESTION: Many Bakris ask me about Imamate and why it is higher in rank than Prophethood. Is there proof that Imamate is higher in…

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21/12/2020

Did the women of Ahlul Bayt wear Niqab?

QUESTION: Some people say that Sayyida Fatima and the women of Ahlul-Bayt wore the Niqab. Some people say this was not the case and…

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19/12/2020

Was Umar known for drinking wine?

QUESTION: Umar, son of Khattab, was well-known for his addiction to alcohol during the Jahiliya. He admitted by himself that he was one of…

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24/12/2020

What is your opinion on the narrations that suggest the permissibility of praying behind our opposers, dissimulation, and insulting the enemies of Allah?

QUESTION: I have a few questions on so-called Islamic unity and regarding other topics 1. What is the authenticity of this narration from Imam…

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22/12/2020

What is your stance regarding Tafsīr al-Mizān?

QUESTION: What is your stance towards Tafsīr al-Mizān by al-Ṭabāṭabā’i? ANSWER: In the Name of Allah, the All-Beneficent, the All-Merciful.May Allah bless Muhammad and…

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19/12/2020

When does the Islamic year begin?

QUESTION: We hope that Your Eminence can clarify in detail the matter of the true date of the Islamic Hijri new year, and to…

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16/12/2020

How does the verse “For every people is a Guide” prove Imamate?

QUESTION: I brought up the following verse to a Wahabi: Verily, you are a Warner and for every people, there is a Guide (Qur’an…

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22/12/2020

Does the Prophet and the Imams have Knowledge of the Unseen?

QUESTION: Do Prophets and Imams have Knowledge of the Unseen [Ilm al-Ghayb]? ANSWER: In the Name of Allah, the All-Beneficent, the All-Merciful.May Allah bless…

19/12/2020

Questions regarding Taqlid

QUESTION: Can one follow a deceased Marja’ (religious authority)? Is Taqlid (legal emulation) compulsory during the occultation of the Imam? Did the Imam order…

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22/12/2020

Why did Abu Bakr and Umar accept Islam despite Islam being weak at the time?

QUESTION: There is no disagreement over the fact that both Abu Bakr and Umar were crushed by the Ahl al-Bayt and were amongst the…

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22/12/2020

Is it obligatory for a former bakri to repeat his prayers?

QUESTION: A Bakri that has converted, does he have to redo all of his religious duties from puberty until now, from prayers and fasting…

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