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Understanding nohay and marsiyah in Shia devotional poetryAcross Shia communities worldwide, the months of Muharram and Safar carry an atmosphere of remembrance that has shaped devotional poetry for more than fourteen…
Pokie machine deposits and POLi payments for Australian playersFor many Australians, “pokie machines” means the electronic gaming machines found in clubs, hotels, and casinos from Melbourne to Brisbane. Online casino…
The life and martyrdom of Imam Husayn: dates and lessonsThe life and martyrdom of Imam Husayn ibn Ali remain central to Shia Muslim faith, memory and ethical reflection. As the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, son of…
A comparative study of the Nahjul-Balagha sermons on pietyPiety in Nahjul-Balagha is presented as a living discipline rather than a private feeling. Imam Ali connects taqwa with awareness of Allah, control of desire,…
The Historical Significance of Ghadir KhummThe event of Ghadir Khumm occupies a central place in Shia Muslim memory and theology. It took place on 18 Dhu al-Hijjah in 10 AH, commonly dated to March 632…
Exploring the Supplication of Kumayl Line by LineThe Supplication of Kumayl, or Dua Kumayl, is one of the most beloved prayers in Shia devotional life. Attributed to Imam Ali and taught to his companion…
Imam Ali’s Principles of Just Governance for Modern AustraliaImam Ali’s letter to Malik al-Ashtar remains one of the most enduring discussions of public leadership in Islamic thought. Written when Malik was appointed…
How to Recite Surah Al-Fatiha with Proper TajweedSurah Al-Fatiha is the opening chapter of the Quran and a central part of daily salah. For beginners, its seven verses provide a practical way to develop…
Lady Fatima Zahra's Defence of Wilayah and Its Lasting LegacyWhen the Prophet Muhammad departed from this world, the question of who would lead the Muslim community became the most consequential political and spiritual…
Wilayah in the Quran and Hadith: meaning, basis, and spiritual roleThe concept of wilayah runs through Islamic theology like a river shaping the land it flows through. In the Quran and Hadith, the word carries meanings of…