Imam Ali
Imam Ali (a.s.); The True Successor of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w.)
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During the time of the three Kholafa, although Ali (a.s.) did not take part in any of the battles, he was always available when they sought his advice on religious matters. His position as the jurist was on the top of the list among the companions of the Holy Prophet (saw).
Virtues of Imam Ali (A.S.) in Sunni Sources
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Virtue Number 1
Hasan bin Ahmad bin Sokhtaweyh narrated in Kufa in the year three hundred and seventy-four from Abu Bakr Mohammad bin Ahmad bin Isa bin Mihran, from Yahya bin Abdul Hamid, from Qays bin Rabee’, from Aamash, from Abaya, from Habba Al-‘Arani, from the Commander of the Believers, Ali bin Abi Taleb , who said:
The First Holy Imam
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Amîru ’l-Mu’minîn ‘Alî —upon whom be peace— was born in the holy Ka’bah. ‘Abbâs bin ‘Abdu ‘l-Muttalib and others were sitting by the Ka’bah when they saw Fâtima bint Asad come to the Ka’bah and prayed to God to make her pregnancy easy for her.
Imam Ali's Sermon on Divine Law
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- A Probe into the History of Ashura
Imam Ali has said: "By Allah, I think that these enemies of yours will soon gain a victory over you because, despite their falsehood, they are united, whereas you, despite your being right, are dispersed and separate from one another.
The Attributes of Imam Ali (A.S.)
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Out of the persons who have narrated the attributes of Imam Ali son of Abu Talib the author of Zakhairal-Uqba writes thus: "His stature was moderate and slightly short. His skin was of wheaten colour and his beard was white and long. His eyes were large and black. .
Birthday of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.)
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Ali was born on the 13th of Rajab of the 30th year of the Elephant (A.D. 600). His cousin, Muhammad, was now 30 years old. Ali's parents were Abu Talib ibn Abdul Muttalib, and Fatima, the daughter of Asad, both of the clan of Hashim.
An Introduction to the Second Infallible Hazrat Imam Ali (a_s)
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On the 13th of the month of Rajab, twenty-three years before the migration of the Prophet (P.B.U.H.) a child was born in the family of Abu Talib, the light of whom kindled the whole World. Kunaab Mecci narrates about his birth: ...
Imam Ali (a.s.) ,First Youth To Accept Islam
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Ali was born some thirty years after the birth of the Holy Prophet (PBUH). He belonged to the most respectable family of Quraish, the Banu Hashim. His father "Abu Talib" was the real uncle of the Holy Prophet who brought him up after the death of the Holy Prophet’s grandfather.
Imam Ali bin Abu Talib (A.S.), His Life, Achievements, and Merits
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- Syed Hasan Akhtar
Ali bin Abu Talib (A.S.) was the cousin and son-in-Law of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.). It is outside the scope of this presentation to record the numerous achievements and merits of Imam Ali (A.S.). His exalted personality is such that even the most learned scholars are at a loss to fathom his greatness.
Imam Ali's Instructions to his Companions
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Four Hundred Topics of Religious and Worldly Affairs
Cupping recovers the body and strengthens the mind.
To have the mustache cut is a part of cleanness and a part of the Sunna.
To odorize the mustache is an honor for the Recording Angels. It is also a part of the Sunna.
Compilation of Imam Ali's Words and the Classification of Nahj al-Balaghah
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- Muhammad Mahdi Mehrizi, Translated by Mahdi Chamanzar
Ever since the early years of Islam, the eloquent wordings of Imam 'Ali (A.S.), especially his unparalleled sermons, have attracted the attention of the literati as well as the common man. Those familiar with the intricate beauties of the Arabic language, had collected or compiled these precious bezels of wisdom, starting from the lifetime of the Commander of the Faithful. As the historian Abu al-Hasan Mas'udi (d. 346 AH) says:
Imam Ali's Biography
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All the human beings experience ups and downs and face different problems in life The individuals , usually get weak and unable when facing a problem and try with the aid and guide of the experts to save themselves from the trouble;And by finding the "examples" in any field , and then following them , perform their duties in the best way as to solve their problems and relieve their pains. One of these examples is the honoured prophet (A.S) whom the holy koran has described (indentified) as such.
The Verses of the Glorious Qur'an In the Praise of Imam Ali (A.S.)
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It is held unanimous by the Scholars of the two Islamic schools, that this verse was revealed for Imam Ali ( as ), when he readily slept in the bed of the Prophet ( pbuh&f ) , when the latter to thewill of God had to migrate from Mecca to Medina. The one who would agree to offer himself instead of the Holy Prophet ( pbuh&f ) who was wanted by the enemy must essentially have
The Succession to the Holy Prophet of God (S.A.W.)
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- Ahmad Namaee
An extremely anxious and perplexed man visited Hazrat Imam Jafar al-Sadiq (‘a), and begged him to pray that Allah would increase his sustenance and relieve him of all financial stress.
The Imam (‘a) answered, ‘I shall certainly not pray for you.’
The poor man sighed and asked, ‘But why not? What have I done?’
Birth of Imam Ali ibn Abu Talib (AS) : Self-preservation of Imam Ali (AS) : Ghadeer Affair
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On the 13th of the month of Rajab, twenty-three years before the migration of the Prophet Mohammad (pbuh) a child was born in the family of Abu Talib, the light of whom kindled the whole World. Kunaab Mecci narrates about his birth:
Short Sayings by Imam Ali (a)
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1- Piety, concealment of the good actions, steadfastness against disasters, and suppression of the misfortunes are within the treasures of Paradise.
The Appointment of Ali ibn Abu Talib (`a)
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- Asad Wahid al-Qasim
We have already explained the proofs testifying to the Ima-mate of Ahl al-Bayt (`a) and the number of caliphs from among them as stated by the Prophet who indicated that they should be his successors in his nation. Following are proofs regarding the appointment by the Prophet of Ali ibn Abu- Ta-lib (`a). In addition to the above, there are unequivocal proofs testifying to the same, especially to the hadi-th of the two weighty things.
The Sun Returned for Ali (A.S.)
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- Sheikh al-Mufid
(Once) I called upon Fatemah, daughter of Ali b. Abi Talib, peace be upon him, when she was quite advanced in age. She wore beads around her neck and two bangles on her hands, and she said: "It is abominable for women to resemble men." Then she said: "Asma b. Umays reported to me that, once, the revelation from Allah descended upon His Prophet, peace be upon him and his progeny, and it overwhelmed him. Ali b. Abi Talib, may peace be upon him, covered him (i.e. the Prophet) with his cloth, till the sun set. When the revelation ceased, the Prophet, peace be upon him and his progeny, said: "O Ali! Have you offered your Asr prayers?" He said: "No O, messenger of Allah! My attendance upon you prevented me from that." Then the Prophet, peace be upon him and his progeny, prayed: "O Allah, cause the sun to return for Ali b. Abi Talib". The sun had set, so it rose again till its rays reached my room and half the height of the Mosque."
Non Muslim Scholars and Imam Ali (a.s)
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Out of the persons who have narrated the attributes of Imam Ali, son of Abu Talib, the author of Zakhairal-Uqba writes thus: "His stature was moderate and slightly short. His skin was of a wheaten colour, and his beard was white and long. His eyes were large and black. He had a cheerful face and was a good-natured person. His neck was long like a goblet made of silver. His shoulders were broad.
Governance Model Of Imam Ali (A) A Quick Glance
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- Adil Haider (Graduated from Department of Geography, Aligarh Muslim University)
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Land is the source of “life”. From the viewpoint of Imam Ali (a) people who possess land and water and are at the same time poverty-stricken, will be far from Divine Mercy and deprived of Allah’s favor. Imam emphasized on reviving the land and recommended the development of farming as a means of eliminating poverty from the community, and called people to engendering prosperity in the lands and exploiting them. Above all, he regarded attention to agriculture as a touchstone for evaluating the governments and their efficiency in ruler-ship, viewing agricultural development as among the main duties of administrators, and troop commanders as defenders of farmers’ rights.
