Non–Payment of Zakat is a Great Sin
Non-payment of Wajib Zakat is a greater sin.. The traditions of Imam Muhammad Taqi (a.s.), Imam ‘Ali Riďa (a.s.), Imam...
Read moreNon-payment of Wajib Zakat is a greater sin.. The traditions of Imam Muhammad Taqi (a.s.), Imam ‘Ali Riďa (a.s.), Imam...
Read moreThere is hidden wisdom in making Zakat and other charities obligatory. Some of them are mentioned in traditions. For example...
Read moreHow should we begin relationships with women and satisfy needs in the process of finding a spouse? Question: I frankly...
Read moreCharitable expenditure has been highly recommended in the Qur’anic verses and Mutawatir (frequently related) traditions with emphasis on particular occasions...
Read moreConsumption of Harām is a Greater Sin. In the Qur’anic ayat ‘Akal al-soht’ is translated as eating of what is...
Read moreWhen a person has something in his possession it can be one of two cases. The first case is the...
Read moreAuthentic traditions have greatly emphasised the rewards that are promised for the one who lends. On the other hand, those...
Read moreTypes of Bribe There are three types of bribes: (1) Bribe paid to a judge for a favourable judgement. (2)...
Read moreThe seventh Greater Sin is Qat’a ar-Rahm, the breaking up of relations with one’s kith and kin. This is clearly...
Read moreIslam places great emphasis on the dignity of the faith in the face of other people, especially those from other...
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