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In-Depth / Journal Articles Sunnah from Shi'i and Sunni Viewpoints by Ayatullah Ali Mishkini Views: 6956
Differing viewpoints on the character of the communication of the Sunnah and the Prophet's statements to the Islamic community and its transmission, and secondly, the method of accessing the Sunnah.

In-Depth / Journal Articles Taharah & ‘Ismah of The Prophets, Messengers, Awsiya', And Imams (Peace Be Upon Them) by Dr. Hatem Abu Shahba Views: 4750
This text, written by Dr. Hatem Abu Shahba and translated into English by Jerrmein Abu Shahba, is a brief delineation of one of the major foundations of the Islamic faith, namely the concept of Taharah and 'Ismah (Purification and Infallibility) of all the Prophets, successors, and divine guides. Using logical reasoning, Quranic verses, and prophetic narrations, the inevitability of this concept is proved and some of the most frequently asked questions are addressed.

In-Depth / Journal Articles Taqwa Part 1 by Murtada Mutahhari Views: 1724
In this paper, the author demonstrates the importance of taqwa, or self-restraint, as put forth in the Qur’an and Nahj al-Balaghah through explaining its definition, meaning, value, and effect.

In-Depth / Journal Articles Tawassul: Seeking a way unto Allah by Dr. Abd al-Karim Shirazi Views: 18143
Controversy over the concept of tawassul. Definition of tawassul; to the Prophet and the Saints during their lifetime and after death. Opinion of 'ulama (scholars) on the permissibility of tawassul.

In-Depth / Journal Articles Teismo e Monoteismo by Ayatullah al-°Od'ma Makarim Shirazi [Italian] Views: 4898
Questo testo spiega la fondamentale credenza islamica del Monoteismo, o Tawĥid, che non è solo uno dei principi della religione bensì il più importante di essi. Esso è l’anima, il nucleo, la radice e la base di tutte le credenze islamiche. Ogni altro fondamento dell’Islam trae origine dal Monoteismo.
Tratto dal libro “Our Belief”, Capitolo I, dell’Ayatullah al-°Od'ma Makarim Shirazi

In-Depth / Journal Articles Temporary Marriage in Islamic Law by Sachiko Murata Views: 33748
The origin of this divergence between Sunni and Shi'i law on temporary marriage, and a description of the legal situation of mut'a in Shi'ism.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Alleged role of Al-Tusi in the fall of Baghdad by Rasul Jafariyan Views: 6309
A refutation of accusations against the great philosopher, theologian and scholar Khwajah Nasir al-Din al-Tusi.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Attributes of the Noble by Khwaja Nasir al-Din al-Tusi Views: 5795
The Spiritual journey, its starting point, the removal of obstacles, states of the wayfarer, and attainment of the goal.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Causes responsible for Materialism in the West by Ayatullah Murtaza Mutahhari Views: 24901
What is materialism? Is man materialistic by nature?Materialism in history, in Islam, and in Christianity.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Concept of Love in the Shi'i Creed by Sayyid Muhammad Rida Hijaz Views: 6283
The concept of love in Shi'ism plays a fundamental and profound role. Love for Allah, the Prophet, and the Prophet's household.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Concept of Martyrdom in Islam by A. Ezzati Views: 27679
The concept of martyrdom in light of the Islamic concept of Holy Struggle (Jihad) and the doctrine of enjoining right and discovering wrong.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Divine Cultural Revolution by Sayyid Muhammad Husayni Beheshti Views: 17148

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Doctrine of Mahdi and Pluralism by Mohammad Hussein Mokhtari Views: 943
In this paper, the author examines the idea of religious pluralism and examines its relation with the doctrine of Mahdi (A) in Islam.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The English translation of Sahih al-Bukhari and the account of Jesus' (a) return Views: 18757
Hadith number 658 in volume 4 of the Arabic/English edition of Sahih al-Bukhari represents a short narration that talks about the coming of Jesus (a) at a time when an "Imam" will be present. The translation has changed to something rather different in later editions!

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Fast of 'Ashura by Sayyid Sa'eed Akhtar Rizvi Views: 24750
Authenticity of traditions encouraging Muslims to fast on the 'Ashura, the 10th of Muharram.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Fusion of the Gnostic and the Political in the Personality and Life of Imam Khomeini (R.A.) by Hamid Algar Views: 2602

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Gospel of the Shi'ah of 'Ali ('a) Views: 15621
The close relation between Prophet Jesus ('a) and Imam 'Ali ('a), and their shared characteristics. Traditions about Jesus (a), and an admonition from the Almighty to Jesus (a) narrated by the Ahlul Bayt (a).

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Greater Jihad by Imam Khomeini Views: 29469
The internal struggle. Recommendations for religious students and seminaries. Importance of purifying the soul. Knowledge and faith. Includes advice on how to benefit from the blessed month of Ramadhan and the fasting and devotion therein.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The History of the Islamic Calendar in the Light of the Hijra by Hakim Muhammad Said Views: 15634
The importance of Hijrah, the establishment of a calendar in Madina, the solar calendar.

In-Depth / Journal Articles The Human Sciences and Islamic Ideology and Culture by Muhammad Taqi Misbah Views: 17371