IMAM ALI (AS)
The name of the book which contains Imam Ali [as] letters, sermons and sayings
What is Nahjul Balagha?
This title of the Imam means "the one who splits open knowledge" or "the one who uncovers the depths of knowledge."
What is Al-Baqir?
The title, Al- Taqi, of the Imam (AS) means this
What is The Pious?
This cave is where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first revelation.
What is Cave of Hira?
This companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was among the earliest converts to Islam
and remained a loyal supporter of Imam Ali (AS) during his caliphate
Who is Ammar ibn Yasir?
Imam Al-Baqir (AS) lived during a time in Islamic history, witnessing the weakening of this ruling dynasty
What is the Umayyad dynasty?
Imam Al-Taqi (AS) was martyred at this young age
What is twenty five years old?
The first woman to accept Islam after Mab‘ath was this figure, long before any other women.
Who is Lady Khadijah?
This 'whispered prayer' is highly recommended to recite in the nights of Laylatul Qadr
Munajat of Imam Ali [as]
Imam Muhammad Baqir (AS) established the foundation of this scientific discipline,
which later became a central field of study in the Islamic Golden Age.
What is Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence)?
During his debate with Yahya ibn Aktham, Imam Al-Taqi (AS) astonished the court by explaining the penalties for this action in the state of Ihram
What is hunting?
According to Imam al-Sadiq, one of the signs of Mab‘ath was that all the idols in this sacred location mysteriously collapsed.
What is the Ka‘bah?
When Imam Ali (pbuh) was struck on the head by Abdur Rahman ibn Muljim, he said this, reflecting his calmness, piety, and trust in Allah even in his final moments.
What is: "Fuztu wa Rabbil Ka'bah" (I have succeeded by the Lord of the Ka'bah)?
The Imam is referred to in a Prophetic narration by this companion of the Prophet (SAW), foretelling his role in spreading knowledge
Who is Hazrat Jabir ibn Abdullah al-Ansari?
This daughter of Mamun was married to Imam Taqi (AS).
Who is Ummul Fazl?
Mab‘ath did not only establish the Prophet’s mission but also the divine authority of this concept, which directly links to Imamate.
What is Wilayah (Divinely Appointed Leadership)?
This surah Imam Ali [as] read out to the disbelievers on the occasion of Hajj-e- Akbar?
What is Surah Baarah[Tawbah]?
This individual, a student of Imam Baqir (AS), became one of the most renowned scholars in Islamic history and is known for his compilation of Imam Ali’s (AS) sayings.
Who is Zurarah ibn A'yan?
The recitation of this prayer is said to be especially beneficial in seeking safety from harm and gaining divine mercy.
What is Hirz-e-Jawad?
This Quranic verse, often cited in Shi‘a sources, states that Allah personally taught the Prophet knowledge beyond human capability.
What is Surah Al-Najm (53:5), "He was taught by one mighty in power"?