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Which supplications are ones that are quickly answered and give one what he/she is asking for without much delay?

18161 2009/12/16 Practical

Many supplications or duas have been narrated by the infallible imams ( as ) that have been answered and are considered of those that are quickly answered; here we will only list them without mentioni
Is it right to limit women?

6510 2009/10/22 Practical

The spiritual and moral health of a society depends on that of its individuals; men and women, and the spiritual health of individuals is only reachable through training and raising them correctly. I
Can one do Istikharah for marriage?

7273 2009/10/22 Practical

Marriage has been one of the most important issues and foundations of human societiy since the beginning of human life on earth. Obviously such a critical issue should be dealt with wisely and with kn
What is the way to become free from fornication and how is one supposed to repent from it?

7832 2009/10/22 Theoretical

The best way to be freed of sin is to get rid of ignorance and unawareness. If we continuously remember the greatness and magnanimousness of Allah ( swt ) and the never-ending blessings He has bestowe
What is the starting point for purifying the soul?

9422 2009/09/23 Theoretical

Purification means to clean your soul of impurity. The Quran has mentioned purifying the soul in various verses but one should know that the basis and starting point of purification varies from person
How can I repent from watching pornographic movies?

22694 2009/09/23 Practical

Sin is like a foul-smelling swamp full of sewage; the more one sinks into it, the less he senses its smell, because he actually loses his sense of smell and can t tell that he is drowning anymore.At t
What do you suggest for mut’ah to be practiced more in society?

10013 2009/09/23 Theoretical

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Why aren't we allowed to commit suicide?

9370 2009/09/23 Practical

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Isn’t it self-pride for scholars to introduce themselves as ayatullahs or hujjatul-Islams?

6019 2009/08/29 Practical

Humility is a very praiseworthy virtue that helps a person develop spiritually. On the other hand, arrogance and self-pride are exactly the opposite. Self-pride means for one to show him/herself to ot
What are Nafilah prayers and how are they to be performed?

28856 2009/08/29 Practical

The term Nafilah or Nawafil refers to all mustahabb prayers; in other words, mustahabb prayers, which are all prayers other than the obligatory daily prayers ( seventeen rak’ahs ) , are all nafilahs.
How can one repent from drinking alcohol?

12438 2009/08/16 Practical

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What are the ways for drawing Allah’s (swt) affection and love?

10431 2009/07/23 Practical

Allah s ( swt ) affection for people doesn’t mean what is normally understood from this concept; because it entails deficiencies that Allah ( swt ) is pure of and theology has proven false. What Allah
What is the best mustahabb act a Muslim can do?

6704 2009/07/19 Practical

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How can one answer the following argument: Man’s greatest enemy is alcohol; man must love his enemies; therefore, man must love alcohol.

6720 2009/04/20 Practical

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Is the Ziyarah of Nahiyah Muqaddasah valid according to the Shia and what are the reasons for its authenticity?

10670 2009/03/12 Practical

The ziyarah of Nahiyah Muqaddasah is an absolute or unconditional ziyarah, meaning that it can be recited any time; on Ashura or any other day.This ziyarah begins with greeting the prophet of Islam (
Why do Muslims shake hands?

10780 2009/03/02 Practical

Greeting others by saying “salam” and shaking hands are all signs of sociability and good manners and conduct. The prophet of Islam ( pbuh ) and the imams are at the pinnacle of sociability and good b
How can one become sure which of the ulema giving advice and lectures are worthy and qualified to so?

7138 2008/08/20 Practical

Based on Islamic teachings, it is an obligation upon all, to either be of research in order to learn what their religion wants from them, or to refer to Islamic scholars in order to get familiar with
Does asking about Islamic rulings require any expertise?

5934 2008/08/20 Practical

The knowing and learning of Islamic rulings and teachings is classified into different degrees and categories depending on its depth and how substantial it is:1- A simple and minimal understanding and
Is it possible to perform good deeds on behalf of our live parents?

12547 2008/07/28 Practical

Every person can do good deeds on behalf of others especially one’s parents. In such a case, not only will the reward of that deed go to the one that has been gifted the good deed, but the person doin
How can one cure jealousy?

7674 2008/06/17 Practical

Jealousy is a low spirit and attitude in its possessor causing him/her to wish for another to lose something he/she has.In order to remedy this problem, the following points are prescribed:1 ) Thinkin
Who are the Ahlul-Bayt?

31311 2007/05/24 Traditional

The Prophet of Islam’s ( s ) Ahlul-Bayt are the same as the people of the cloak: Prophet Muhammad ( s ) , ‘Alī, Fātimah, Hassan, and Hussayn ( a ) . The proof for this is numerous traditions narrate
How can someone guide one who has left religion?

6211 2007/05/23 Practical

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How is it possible to see the messenger of Allah (s) in one’s dreams?

8573 2007/05/01 Practical

Supplications and actions have been mentioned in Mifātīh al-Jinān for seeing divine people in one’s dreams, but it must be noted that these actions are not sufficient in and of themselves for seeing
Please provide me with a dua that will help me to find a pious and suitable wife.

17400 2007/04/10 Theoretical

Allah has established methods for everything; if one wants to get a positive result he must act in accordance to the method. The way to find a suitable spouse is through precise research and knowing t
What steps should I take in order receive arbitration for my unpaid salary from the institute which I used to work at?

7225 2007/03/13 Practical

Dear User, Assalamu Alaikum,“The reciprocal rights of an employee and an employer” is one of the most important subjects of the Shia Fiqh, which is discussed in the books of rent and contracts somehow
Are there any duas or Quranic verses which help one to be successful in learning and studying?

11412 2007/03/05 Practical

Studying means: to look at something with precision and meticulousness in order to understand or to gain information about it. Therefore any reading that does not have these specifications
Does the recitation of some Duas, like Dua Ahd, have an effect if recited more or less than the specific period mentioned?

8901 2007/02/27 Theoretical

Every good deed is made up has two aspects: The deed itself, and the right intention. That is, a deed is accepted by the Almighty when the action is a good one, as well as the intention for it, which
When Maghrib and Isha prayer become Qaza?

47954 2007/01/10 Fiqh

The answer given to the question by the office of Grand Ayatollah Khamenei is as follow: The last time for performing Maghrib and Isha prayer is at canonical midnight. ( i.e: 11 hours after, the cano
What is a muslims duty when dealing with atheist?

10607 2006/10/09 Quran

Dear Brother/Sister,Assalam alaikum wa rahmatullah.The answer to your question is as follows: As a believer you should try to show others the beauty of religion and its dimensions in order to motivate
what is the Ruling on eating holy bread offered by christians?

8542 2006/10/09 Practical

Dear Brother/Sister,Assalam alaikum wa rahmatullah.The answer to your question is as follows: From a fiqhi perspective there is no problem in what you done, as long as what you ate is not regarded as

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