They will NEVER understand Karbala!

The aftermath of the Day of Ashura means we have a lot to reflect on, and a lot to work on. We're joined this week by Sheikh Azhar Nasser of the USA, who guides us on understanding the mission of Imam Hussain (as) through a number of lenses. We review why Karbala does not receive ... Show More

Our heartfelt condolences to you all on the sorrowful tragedy of Ashura. Together, we mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (as), along with his noble family and loyal companions. This week, we’re honoured to be joined by the esteemed Sheikh Jaffer H. Jaffer from Toronto, who guide ... Show More

How do we introduce Imam Hussain (as) to others? Why don't more people know about such a monumental figure in human history? Have we failed as a community in bringing his message to others? This week, we're joined by Ahmed's brother, Mohamedali, and Muntazir Rai - both key figure ... Show More

We cannot pay a visit to Imam Hussain in Karbala without first visiting his brother, Abul Fadhl al-Abbas. And this is not mere protocol — for one can not connect to Imam Hussain without first acknowledging the rights and status of Abul Fadhl. What are his rights and status? Imam ... Show More

Things you'll learn in this episode of The Real Shia Beliefs:- Why it's important to study Sunni texts on Mut'ah- Mut'ah of Hajj (Hajj al-Tamattu') & its relationship with Mut'ah marriage - Argument between Imam Ali and Uthman over Hajj al-Tamattu'- P ... Show More

Ustadh Nouman Ali Khan gives an interesting analysis in today’s session on the Prophet SAW and how his relationship is with us and the kind of love and care he has for his Ummah. Surah Ale Imran demonstrates the happenings of the Battle of Uhud. the main point of interest is cent ... Show More

Continuing the identification of who is meant by the holy Ahl al-Bayt, Sheikh Azhar Nasser uses hadiths from Sunni sources that are accepted by both Shias and Sunnis to compare Shia and Sunni viewpoints. Hadith include: - (Jame-ut-Tirmidi) Hadith al Kisa - the hadith of the cloak ... Show More

The following story was narrated by Imam Ibn Al Jawzi in one of his books ('Sifat us-Safwah') and Imam Ibn An-Nu’aas in Mashari al-Ashwaq, a heart wrenching story of Abu Qudamah and the youth Muhammad. 

Things you'll learn in this episode of The Real Shia Beliefs:- Difference in Tahrif hadith in Bukhari and al-Kafi- Why Shias don't accept hadith on distortion in al-Kafi- Why scholars don't delete weak hadith from al-Kafi?- Tampering in Sahih al-Bukhari in the past de ... Show More

Things you'll learn in this episode of The Real Shia Beliefs:- Hadith on how death can wash away a Shia's sins- How the amount of sins will call for punishment- 300,000-year punishment for the worst of the Shia- Imam's words for the Shias who are too full of sins- The importance ... Show More

What is true commitment to Allah’s cause? Is it worth all the mockery and sacrifice? What if the trials you face are blessings in disguise? How can deep reflection on the Qur'an increase the barakah in our lives? Join Sh. Suleiman Hani with hosts Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sh. Ab ... Show More

The Prophet's death was impending, and he had commanded all his companions to join Usama ibn Zayd's army to go fight the Romans. Usama was a young man, and many companions chaffed at being put under the leadership of something that age. The prophet, while sick, had to r ... Show More

This lecture covers various events that occurred on the day of the prophet's passing and the day after, up until his burial. This lecture includes: - The Prophet consoling Fatima by telling her she would be the first of his family to join him in paradise. - Ali ibn Abi Talib ... Show More