as shiites we must know our imams. by understanding their deeds under different  conditions, we can modify our behavior to match theirs. by following their example we can be sure of the righteousness of our deeds and can promulgate their way of life in our social lives. among our imams, because of special period of time, imam ali and imam hossein (peace be upon them) are distinguished. their fo...

one of the recommendations of the infallibles (a.s.) in recitation, reading it with is unfortunate. these recommendations are quite clearly from the appearance of some of the sayings can be used, but there are unfortunate in recitation it is necessary?there are plays, reading, leads to better communication with the meanings of the verses and qari and the listener remember of edification and the...

Background Muslims are one of the fastest growing religious groups in the US. However, little is known about their health disparities, and how their unique cultural, religious, and social beliefs and practices affect health behaviors and outcomes. Studies demonstrate Muslim women may have lower rates of breast and cervical cancer screening compared to the overall population. Methods The purpo...

according to the traditionists (akhbārīs), “inference of theoretical precepts from the external meanings of the qur’ān and the sunna of the prophet without reference to the infallible imams is not permitted. also, after enquiry into the sayings of the imams, if no contextual evidence is found, it has to be ceased and no recourse can be made to the above external meanings.” the reasons that akhb...