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Imam Husayn and His Martyrdom
The month of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, brings with it the memory of the sacrifice of Imam Husayn.
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'Ashura - Misrepresentations and Distortions part 1
This is the first part of a translation of a series of four sermons delivered by the author during the month of Muharram of 1389 H.
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The Victory of Truth: The Life of Zaynab bint Ali
Biography of the daughter of Imam 'Ali (a), her early life, and her important role in the events of Karbala, Kufa and Sham
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A Probe into the History of Ashura'
A history of the events leading to and including the tragedy of Karbala, and its aftermath.
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Maqtal al-Husayn
A detailed and authentic account of the tragedy of Karbala and the sacrifice of Imam Husayn (a).
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Nafasul Mahmum, Relating to the heart rending tragedy of Karbala'
A historical account, using original sources, of the Tragedy of Karbala', from the time of the birth of Imam Husayn (as) till the time of Mukhtar's revolt.
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Mukhtar al-Thaqafy
Biography of the companion who took revenge on the killers of Imam Husayn (a).
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The Revolution of Imam al-Husayn (a)
The impact of Karbala on the consciousness of Muslim society. Ziyara (pilgrimage), lamentation poetry, remembering Imam Husayn (a), and weeping.
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The Excellences of Imam Husayn in Sunni Hadith Tradition
The life of Imam Husayn has acquired special significance in Muslim piety and has a universal significance in all of Muslim tradition.
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Story of the Holy Ka’aba And its People
A detailed history of the Ka'ba, and each of the 14 Ma'sumin (Infallibles)
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The Fast of 'Ashura
A discussion about the spuriousness of traditions found in Sunni hadith literature encouraging Muslims to fast on the 'Ashura, the 10th of Muharram.
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The Journey of Tears
This text has been written primarily to bring forth awareness in youths to understand the University of Imam Husayn (a.s.) from a broader perspective.
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Karbala and Ashura
A brief yet documented narrative of events that took place in Medinah, Mecca, Karbāla’, Kufah, and Syria, and began in Rajab, 60 A.H. (680 CE) and ended in Muharram 61.
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Understanding Karbala
This text is basically a collection of articles published in different periodicals over the years and a radio speech, but they were arranged by the author himself in this present book form and publ
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The Tragedy of Karbala'
How the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (a) and the events of Karbala is a source of unity among Muslims and not a cause of division and details of the events.
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Arbaeen of Imam Husayn
What follows in this piece is a brief look at the “Arba‘een” [the commemoration of 40 days after the tragic events of Karbala] of Imam al-Husayn, peace be upon him.
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Arabic Accounts of al-Husayn's Martyrdom
An attempt to reconstruct the tradition of historical writing about the martyrdom of the Imam al‑Husayn.
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Al-Abbas
In this book, the reader will find chapters covering the whole life account of al-Abbas in addition to a brief presentation of the historical circumstances that led him to be on the top in the list
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Karbala and Beyond
This book contains a brief yet documented narrative of an incident that took place in Karbala’’, Iraq, in 61 A.H. (After Hijra, or Hegira)/680 A.D.
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The World Finally Speaks At Karbala Tribunals
This text presents the heartbreaking historical facts of the tragedy of Husayn ibn 'Ali (as) for the first time in a courtroom setting and proposes the idea of establishing an international court t
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The Torch of Perpetual Guidance, an Exposé on Ziyarat Ashura of al-Imam al-Husayn b. Ali
This text is a gateway to understanding the essence and ettiquete of Ziyarat and Du'a, primarily Ziyarat-e-Ashura, which has then been singled verse by verse, and has been explained in detail.
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The Uprising of Ashura and Responses to Doubts
A detailed account of the life of Imam Husayn (a) and his personality, the tragedy of Karbala and the sacrifice of the Imam (a) and his companions, and a detailed analysis of Shi’i behaviours, like
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'Ashura - Misrepresentations and Distortions part 2
This is the second part of a translation of a series of four sermons delivered by the author during the month of Muharram of 1389 H.
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The truth about Al-Husayn’s Revolt
The text is a transcript of a sermon/lecture the late author had delivered in gatherings held in Tehran for the annual commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (a).
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Battle of Harrah
An analytical look at the historic account of the invasion and horrific plunder of the holy city of Medina in the year 63 AH by the army of Yazid b. Mu'awiyah.
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The Sacred Effusion Volume 1
A unique and original piece of research on the sacred supplication of Ziyarat Ashura of Imam Husayn (as).
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The Hidden Truth about Karbala
The battle at Karbala is a well-known tragedy in human history. It is not fiction or legend but a historical fact.
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Karbala and the Imam Husayn in Persian and Indo-Muslim literature
The importance of elegies on Imam Husayn as literary works, and an explanation of some of their major themes and imagery.
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The Event of Taff, The Earliest Historical Account of the Tragedy of Karbala’
This revised edition is the research and editing of [Abu Mikhnaf’s] work by Shaikh Muhammad Hadi al-Yusufi al-Gharawi.
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Imam Husayn's Revolution: An Analytical Review
This survey of the unique revolution of Imam Husayn (as) is analytical in essence, its purpose is to give a qualitative rather than quantative account.
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The Radiance of Imam Husayn
The following is a translation of the text Lamaat Al Husayn, the Radiance of Husayn, quotes and sayings of the Eminent Lord of the Martyrs, Husayn ibn ‘Ali, peace be upon them.
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Karbala an Enduring Paradigm of Islamic Revivalism
The impact of the mourning of Imam Husayn (a) in Islamic history
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Sorrow and Sufferings
A Collection of Poems on the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (a), and 'what others have to say about Imam Husayn (a)'.
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Misbah-uz-Zulam, Roots of the Karbala’ Tragedy
This book discusses the causes of the tragedy of Karbala’ and it will also throw light on numerous other matters, which are yet unknown to the vast majority of Muslims.
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The Quran And Mourning for Hussain
This booklet answers why we will not allow the suppression of the commemoration of Hussain’s martyrdom, for Hussain (pbuh) was the epitome of love and devotion to Allah.
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Editorial about Muharram
An editorial of Tawhid Journal covering: Significance of the month of Muharram, responsibility of the Dhakir, duty of enjoining Good and forbidding evil and Contextualizing the Struggle with the Cu
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Events and Circumstances Surrounding the Martyrdom of al-Husain b. Ali
This account is based principally on the account of Abu Mikhnaf (d. 132 A.H.) as it has been preserved in the writings of al‑Tabari.
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Martyrdom of Imam Husayn and the Muslim and Jewish Calendars
Is the commemoration of the tragedy of Karbala a bid'ah (innovation)? The command to observe the 10th of Muharram as a day of mourning in the Old Testament.
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The Martyr of Karbala
An essay focusing on the elements of revolution and martyrdom of the tragedy of Karbala.
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Elegy (Marthiya) on Husayn: Arabic and Persian
The place of marthiya in literary and religious tradition, with translations of some examples of elegies on Imam Husayn (a).
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Lohoof (Sighs of sorrow)
“Al-Lohoof ala Qatla al-Tofuf” is a heart-rending but detailed and authentic account of the tragedy of Karbala and the sacrifice of Imam Husayn (a.s.), it was written by renowned Shia scholar, Sayy
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Words of Wisdom from Imam Husayn (as) Powerpoint Presentation
A collection of ahadith (traditions) of Imam Husayn (as)
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'Ashura Lectures 1990
An analysis into the Martydom of Imam Hussain through looking into Yawm al-Tarwiya
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The Social and Spiritual Significance of Urdu Marthiya
An analysis into the social and spiritual aspects of of Urdu Marthiya
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Multimedia A`amaal for the Day of `Ashura
The simple layout makes the presentation ideal for use while performing the A`amaal of the Day of `Ashura within an English-speaking community.
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Lady Zaynab
This book throws lights on the great personality of Lady Zaynab (s.a.), daughter of Imam Ali (a.s.) and Fatimah az-Zahra (s.a.), granddaughter of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (S) and sister of Imam Hu
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The Imam Husayn's Concepts of Religion and Leadership
Meaning and purpose of religion, necessity of leadership, functions of the Imam, and a study of some of the events of Karbala.
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Ziyarat of Ashura PowerPoint Presentation
PowerPoint presentation of Ziyarat of Ashura’. Includes Arabic script and English translation.
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The Track of Blood: A poem on Imam Husayn [a]
English poem in commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husayn (a).
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Husayn, the Saviour of Islam
The book presents the lifetime of Imam Husayn (as) from birth to martyrdom, and concentrates his life with his mother; the mistress of the world's women, and his father and brother, and his role in
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Bright Moon: A Collection of Poems of Imam Husayn (as)
Most of people know Imam Husayn (as) as the Imam who lived 57 years, 10 years of which were of his leadership and Imamate or think to know only the last 10 days of his life.
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The Connection between Imam Mahdi and Imam Husayn, Part 1
This paper is the first part of a series of three papers on the subject, initially conceived as part of a series of lectures delivered by the author in London, at the Islamic Centre of England in M
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Imam Husayn: The Heir of Prophet Abraham
This article outlines the importance of prophet Abraham, who played an outstanding role in establishing the monotheistic tradition, hence, he is considered to be the founder of all Abrahamic religi
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The Connection between Imam Mahdi and imam Husayn, Part 3
This paper is the third part of a series of three papers on the subject, initially conceived as part of a series of lectures delivered by the author in London, at the Islamic Centre of England in M
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The Connection between Imam Mahdi and Imam Husayn, Part 2
This paper is the second part of a series of three papers on the subject, initially conceived as part of a series of lectures delivered by the author in London, at the Islamic Centre of England in
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Spiritual Dimensions of Mourning for Imam Husayn (a) Part 1
Part 1: The Divine Plan for Human Salvation
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Spiritual Dimensions of Mourning for Imam Husayn (a) Part 3
Part 3: How True Mourning Can Lead to the Goodly Life
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The Role of the Women of Ashura
This article offers an account of the women's unwavering support of Imam Husayn and his cause before Ashura, in the Battle of Karbala, and after the massacre.
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The Virtues of Imam Husayn (a) and His Companions
This paper presents some of the most prominent and finest of the Imam Husayn’s and his companions’ virtues, namely, ardent love for Allah (swt), great honor, and unwavering patience.
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Heroic Manifestations of Ashura
This article describes Imam Husayn's bravery and steadfastness as seen in his encounters with the enemy, his sermons to all people, and on the battlefield.
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Spiritual Dimensions of Mourning for Imam Husayn (a) Part 2
Part 2: The Role of Hardship and Suffering in the Spiritual Progress
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The Martyrdom of Banu Hashim in Karbala as described by Ibn Nama' Al-Hilli
Introducing the book and its author, this article offers a description on the martyrdom of several members of the Banu Hashim; moreover, the description portrays some inaccuracies available in seve
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The Cause of the Ashura Uprising: A Qur’anic Perspective
This article demonstrates that the actions on the Day of Ashura are a direct reflection of several Qur'anic principles, like obedience and submission only to God, being free, using the Prophet's w
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The Journey Of Imam Hussain (a)
This presentation contains the details of Imam Husain (a)'s journey from Medina to Karbala.
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From Resolution to Revolution, the Message of Ashura
Along the years many books have been written about the significance of the events that took place in Karbala.
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Reflections on Ashura-oriented Literature
This paper seeks to describe genera within Shi‘a poetry pertaining to the tragic experience of Imam Husayn and his family members and companions on the plains of Karbala.
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