Questions tagged [shiism]
The Shia (Arabic: شيعة, Shīʿah) represent the second largest denomination of Islam and adherents of Shia Islam are called Shias or the Shi'a as a collective or Shi'i individually. Shia Muslims believe in Imamat as one of the five pillars of Islam and this belief makes them different from other Muslims. Imamat means only Allah has the right to select the political leader and Caliph for Muslims.
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Text of the condolence which is given to Muhammad(saww) on the Day of Ashura?
There is this text in religious books which has words of condolence for Muhammad(saww) upon the death of his grandson on the Day of Ashura. It's surely not the Ziyárat of Ta`ziyah (Condolences).
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What does "the first, then the second, the third and the fourth" mean in Ziyarat Ashura?
It is stated in Ziyarat Ashura:
O my Allah, let the curse I call down on the head of the first tyrant stick like a leech; and stay put for ever on the first, then the second, the third and the ...
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Why 9th rabi-ul-awwal is celebrated as ed-e-zehra?
I want to know ,what is the significance of 9th Rabi-ul-awwal ?
Shia believes that on this day Mukhtar-al-Saqafi had send the heads of the killer's of imam Hussein to his family, after looking at ...
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Is it true that all the infallibles are destined to receive martyrdom?
It is a commonly held belief (observed from the words of imams (sermons)/speakers of religious gatherings), that all the fourteen infallibles are destined to receive martyrdom.
Is that true?
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Burial of an infalliable
It is said that only an infallible can bury another infallible, like Ali(as) did Prophet Mohammad(saww)(Death and Burial ) and Fatima(as)(Death).
What's the source of this law? And why is it so?
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Is sufism primarily associated with Shia or Sunni Islam?
Are sufi schools equally divided amongst the two major branches of Islam - Shia & Sunni, or are they primarily associated with Shia Islam?
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How do Shias perform Salat behind Sunni Imam?
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In my office there is majority of Sunni brothers and I perform salat behind Sunni Imam, and also during Jumaah prayers in nearby sunni mosque, but I wonder whether I am doing in the correct way? ...
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What is the difference between Shia and Bohra People?
I saw most of the Shia and Bohra people's activities are the same.
But, I heard they had some difference between them.
What is the basic difference between these two people?
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What is the status of the divorce if it were given through court stamp paper according to Shia Islamic law?
My marriage broke up in 2007 after my wife was caught cheating. She was taken away at her own request by her family and I have not seen, heard, talked or have had any other contact with her or her ...
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What is the significance of 22nd rajab in the history of Islam (Shia view)?
I have seen Shias celebrate the 22nd Rajab (the seventh Arabic lunar month) by making special cookies and sweet dishes, and by visiting each other.
What is the importance of 22nd Rajab in Islamic ...
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Can one Salaam between male & females?
I've noticed in Bangladesh that one doesn't say Salaam between males & females - one to one that is. What exactly are the rules? Do they vary between Shia & Sunni? By social status?
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Is it permissible to perform EID Salaat on any day other than the 2 EIDs?
In some part of the world, Shia people organize EID Salaat in mosques on the day of EID-Al-Ghadeer.
Is it valid to perform ID Salaat on EID-E-Ghadeer day?
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Is it permissible to make shabih(replica) of taboot (bier), zari and a'lam(Islamic flag)?
Shias (mostly in South-Asian countries) make replicas of taboot (biet), zari, zuljana and a'lam (Islamic flag) during Muharram processions.
From where has this practice started and is it allowed in ...
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Are raffles halaal or haraam? (Shia view please)
Recently I saw a Shia mosque holding a fund raising raffle ticket competition where the winner would get a fully paid for umrah trip.
What is a raffle?
Wikipedia - A raffle is a gambling ...
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Do Shi'a Muslims practice circumcision in adherance to the Covenant of Abraham?
Biblically, circumcision is a sign of the Abrahamic Covenant between God and Abraham, and was incumbent on him and each of his (male) descendents lest they be "cut off from his people."
Insofar as ...
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Is Muhammad (PBUH) Infallible according to Shia Islam?
Infallible - Incapable of making mistakes or being wrong
My question is, How Is Muhammad PBUH infallible according to Shia Islam because
His best friends were Abu Bakr (RA) and Umar (RA), many Shia ...
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How has Twelver Shia evolved through the past 14 centuries, particularly during the Safavid era?
Derived from this Question and this Answer is a question about the history of the Twelver Shia branch of Islam. Would you please notify in short how did this branch evolved through the ages with focus ...
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How can Shi'a Muslims know which Imam to follow?
All factions of Shi'a Muslims, despite their myriad differences, agree on the fundamental concept of Imamah: That the authority of leading the Islamic state is divinely-granted, and that not following ...
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According to Shi'a Islam, did Fatimah (daughter of Prophet Muhammad) die naturally, or was she killed?
Someone asked me why Fatimah passed away in just 90 days or less after her father passed away:
How did she die... my friend said she died naturally but I said she died
due to an accident behind ...
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Fish not Permissible - "Kanta" (Shia view)
I have a Shi'a co-worker. Recently, our team planned a team lunch, and he mentioned that he doesn't eat fish, because of something called "kanta" (in Urdu). He said it's due to certain communities/...
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What is the recommended age for marriage, Shia view?
Is late marriage good for boys and girls?
What is Islam Commands?
What is God (Islam) Solution?
I ask for Shia view.
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What is the maximum time for a man to leave his wife alone?
What is the maximum time period for a man to leave his wife separate without having sexual intercourse between them? (For instance, he went to a foreign country to earn a living.)
I heard that at the ...
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How does Iran justify women in the police force? (Shia View)
This wikipedia article mentions that some 400 women joined the Iranian police force between 1979 and 2003.
This answer gives a pretty good explanation of women working outside the home. It seems to ...
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What do Shi'a Muslims do in Ashura? And why they do it?
Why do Shi'a Muslims hit chests, slapping cheeks, hit shoulders with chains and, hit heads with swords and shed blood during Ashura?
These reprehensible things forbidden by the Prophet (peace be upon ...
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A.S or R.A? Which one is right?
In Shia view, people use (Alayh Al Salam = A.S.) after the name of Imams, but in Sunni view, (Rathi Allahu Anh = R.A.) is used.
What is the reason behind or how do we know which one to use in this ...
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Shia view about three righteous caliphs (Other than Ali R.A.)
There is a Sahih Hadith stating the names of ten (10) people who the Prophet (SA) stated that they will be in Paradise. These names include the names of four righteous caliphs, Abu Bakar RA, Umer RA, ...
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Does the “three times” count still apply if we use “detergent”?
It is needed to wash clothes three times to make them clean(pure). But the rule doesn't say anything about using detergent or chemicals, which can effectively remove impurity (Najas).
Does the same ...
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Will Isa (peace be upon Him) come back? (Shia View)
In this answer at the end, it says that the Mahdi will kill the Dajjal. I wonder if it is believed that Isa (peace be upon Him) will come back? If so, then what will be his (mission)? Will he kill the ...
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Who are the guardians of Mecca according to Shia theology?
I was looking at the interpretation of this verse from a Shia perspective
But why should Allah not punish them while they obstruct [people] from al-Masjid al- Haram and they were not its guardians? ...
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According to Shi'ism, does divorce require witnesses?
In Sunni Islam, I am often told that divorce can be performed without witnesses, which doesn't really make sense to me since everything in Islam requires witness (even when an adulterer commit ...
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What does Islam say about Intercession (Shafa'a)?
What is the meaning of intercession in Islam? Are there certain people who have the privilege to do it? It (shafa'a) is mentioned in a number of locations in the Qur’an.
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How would a Twelver Shia prove Imam Mahdi's long life to an Atheist?
I have a friend that although born in a Muslim family, will not accept Islamic resources for proof and only accepts reasoning, so how would I prove scientifically Imam Mahdi's long life to him as a ...
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Who are those who can make others forget remembrance of God?
This verse says there are some slaves of God who can make other people forget remembrance of Allah:
فَاتَّخَذْتُمُوهُمْ سِخْرِيًّا حَتَّى أَنسَوْكُمْ ذِكْرِي وَكُنتُم
مِّنْهُمْ تَضْحَكُونَ
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Do Shi'ites deny seeing Allah on the Day of Judgement? If yes, Why?
Qur'an clearly states the fact that the believers will see Allah the Exalted on the Day of Judgement. Allah says about the believers:
وُجُوهٌ يَوْمَئِذٍ نَّاضِرَةٌ ﴿٢٢﴾ إِلَىٰ رَبِّهَا نَاظِرَةٌ
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Are there Islamic guidelines on how and when to protest?
Are there any guidelines provided by Islam on how and when to protest?
And how to decide the magnitude of protests and who will decide it?
Please cite references from the Holy Quran, Ahadeth, ...
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Why do the Shi'a have different hadiths?
As is known, there are six major books of ahadith used in Sunni jurisprudence. The Shi'a typically don't treat these collections with such esteem, and instead give preferential treatment to four of ...
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How does the Shi'ite view of Infallibility of the Prophets and the Imams reconcile with the examples in Qur'an?
As I understand, the subject of infallibility of the Prophets (peace be upon all of them) is dealt differently in Sunni and Shi'ite theology. I believe it is necessary to present my understanding of ...
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Is "imam" greater status than prophet?
As salaam aalaikum,
Many Shias say that being an "imam" is greater than being a prophet. They normally quote the following verse where Ibrahim (pbuh) prays to be an "imam" after he became a prophet.
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What is the difference between a Prophet and an Imam according to Shi'ite theology?
So, with my elementary readings in Shi’ite theology, specifically the Ithnā‘ashariyyah or the Twelver Shi'a branch, I couldn't differentiate between a Prophet and a Shi'ite Imam.
The Prophets are ...
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Do Shi'ites believe in other holy books/revelations after Qur'an?
I was told that there are three other holy books apart from Qur'an that Shi'ites believe in.
Al-Jafr - This book claims to have the original injil, Torah and Zabur and more secret knowledge.
Al-...
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What does Islam say about flagellating?
I came across to this video.
Imam and people around him are flogging themselves. Why?
What does this mean in Islam? any hadith or Quran to back this up?
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Did Imam Ali (R.A.) reach the skies before the Prophet did, according to the Shi'a?
I have heard from a Shi'a friend that when the Prophet ascended to the skies to meet Allah at the night of Esraa and Miraj, Imam Ali (R.A.) was already there and was presented to the Prophet by God. ...
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Is tatbir (striking oneself by sword) unanimously declared haram by Shi'ite scholars?
In this question, I asked justification for tatbir (Striking oneself with sword) and Matam (Self-flagellation) in Shi'ite sect. The answer I received is that tatbir and any kind of harming to body is ...
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How does the Shia school of belief justify Matam (Self-flagellation) and Tatbir (Striking oneself with sword)?
Allah says in Qur'an:
And do not kill yourselves. Verily Allaah is All-Merciful to you. [Surah An-Nisaa: 29]
And He says:
And do not throw yourselves into destruction with your own hands. [...
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Was Hazrat Ali (RA) born inside the kabba with the walls cracked?
I heard that Imam Ali (May Allah be pleased with him) was born inside the Ka'bah, that is the walls cracked and he was delivered inside the kaabah. My question is what is the validity of this story ...
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What is the Shia justification for khums?
I would like to know about the justifications for khums as understood by Shi'a scholars. Their definition doesn't seem to appear in Quran, so I am wondering where it comes from. In particular, do we ...
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Is it permissible for Sunni Muslims to pray behind Shi'a Muslims?
The other day I prayed behind a Shi'a Muslim without realizing and I noticed a little later that he was Shi'a. The prayer I followed didn't seem like the usual prayer I normally follow behind Sunni ...
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What are the origins of Shia and Sunni division?
Can anyone tell me about the origins of Shia and Sunni division? Why were two different groups of Muslims created?
Allah didn't send us to live divided. No verse of Quran or Hadith suggest that as ...
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Why does Shi'a Islam differ so much regarding Abu Bakr, Omar and Othman, compared to Sunni teachings?
It is well-known that Sunnis treat the closest companions of the Prophet (i.e.,
Abu Bakr, Omar Ibn Alkhattab and Othman Ibn Affan (Radiya Allahu Anhum رضي الله عنهم اجمعين)) with the greatest of ...
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Why do the Shi'as believe that their Imams can provide divine guidance?
We all know for sure that Prophet Muhammad Sallahu alayhi wassalam was the last Prophet and the seal of the Messengers and he received the final revelation or the "Divine Message".
I and most Sunnis ...
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