Celebrating Imam Kadhim Birthday
7 Safar is an auspicious day. It was on this day that the 7th infallible Imam of the Prophet"s Household was born in the city of Abwa between Mecca and Medina in the year 128 AH (745 CE).
7 Safar is an auspicious day. It was on this day that the 7th infallible Imam of the Prophet"s Household was born in the city of Abwa between Mecca and Medina in the year 128 AH (745 CE).
Although much simpler than the dietary laws followed by the Jews and the early Christians, the code which Muslims observe forbids the consumption of any part of the pig (flesh, fat, etc...), and any kind of intoxicant - whether it be solid such as drugs, or liquid such wine and beer.
The Prophet of Islam said “Your body has rights over you”, and the consumption of wholesome food and the leading of a healthy lifestyle are seen as religious obligations.
Muslims are only permitted to eat meat that is termed ‘halal’ which means that it has been slaughtered according to the Islamic law.
Like other faiths, Islam permits fighting as a means of self-defense or in defense of religion, or on the part of those who have been forcibly expelled from their homes.
Treatises and dissertation have been written detailing the rules of engagement in war in which scholars have laid down strict rules of combat, which include prohibitions against harming civilians including women and children, and against destroying crops, trees, livestock and polluting of drinking water.
One of the most important aspects of a Muslim's life is to have high moral standards. Since the beginning of Islam, Prophet Muhammad 
was mainly concerned with teaching and disciplining Muslims to have the best manners and personal characteristics. His personal life and behaviour were reflective of his teachings, which were revealed to him by Allaah. In the Noble Quran, Allaah describes Prophet Muhammad saying (what means): “And indeed, you are of a great moral character.” [Quran, 68:4]
Like the other divinely revealed religions, Muslims believe that the present life is only a trial and preparation for the next realm of existence. Islam does not see death as an annihilation, rather, it is a journey from this temporary world into the next world that has no end.
He was born in Medina in the year 83 A.H and he died in Rajab in the year 148 A.H. at the age of 65. He was buried in the cemetery of Baqi' alongside his father, his grandfather and his (great-great) uncle. His mother was Umm Farwa, the daughter of Qasim bin Muhammad bin Abi Bakr. His Imamate lasted for thirty-four years. His father, Imam Mohammad Baqir (pbuh), clearly gave him the trusteeship of the Imamate and gave him an explicit designation for the Imamate.
In the Islamic world, there are no old people's homes. The duty of caring for one's parents in this most difficult time of their lives is considered as an honour, a blessing, an opportunity to earn a great reward, and a way to increase one's spiritual growth. Allah asks that we not only pray for our parents, but that we act with limitless compassion towards them and remember that when we were helpless children, they preferred us to themselves.
While celebrating the Islamic Unity Week that spans the two dates of Rabi al-Awwal, that is, 12 to 17, believed by the Sunni and Shi’ite Muslims respectively to be the auspicious birthday of the Messenger of Mercy, Peace, Fraternity and Human Dignity, let us cast a glance at the Godless Takfiri/Salafi terrorists that are masquerading as Muslims in order to distort the image of Islam.
Islam sees a woman - whether single or married - as an individual in herself with the right to own and dispose of her property and earnings as she pleases. At the time of marriage, the groom gives a marriage dowry to the bride for her own personal use, and she keeps her family maiden name rather than changing it to her husband’s last name.
Both men and women are expected to dress in a way that is modest and dignified. The Muslim woman is required by the Qur’an to cover her entire body with the exception of her face and hands while in the presence of men whom she is not related to (or permitted to marry). This drees code is often referred to as the Islamic hijab.
Simple facts about the Qur'an, including the importance of its daily recitation.
Adapted from (Shakir, M.A.: Islamic History)
The Glorious Qur'an is the Word of Allah as revealed to His Prophet, Muhammad, peace be on him and his progeny.
On reading the Qur'an one is at once convinced that it is the Word of Allah, for no man can write such perfect guidance on so many subjects.
Muslims respect and revere the Prophet Jesus and Imam Mahdi are awaiting his Second Coming.
They consider him to be one of the greatest Messengers of Allah to mankind along side with Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Muhammad (peace be upon all of them).
The Qur’an confirms his miraculous birth by his mother - Virgin Mary. His mother is also referred to as one of the purest women in all creation and is given the appellation of one of the four women of Paradise.
A cursory glance at the world of creation makes us realize the changes and development that have taken place throughout history. The earth’s movement and the various particles that form it, including atoms and electrons, all indicate the fact that the nature is blended with changes and progress.
