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[13 July 2012] Is Islamic banking applicable in today economy - English After the baking crisis of 2008 and the collapse of financial markets, doubts have emerged on the capability of the modern financial model to sustain a healthy economy. With the failure of both capitalism and communism, some experts, especially in Muslim countries are looking at Islam to find an alternative model. Islam's strong prohibition of usury (Riba) in particular is seen as a new foundation for a healthy banking system and consequently a sustainable and fairer economy. Other Islamic institutions like zakat and waqf (endowments) have potential economical functions. In recent years Islamic Banking for example, has been tried with some success in some of Muslim countries and even in Britain. British Financial Services Authority estimates the assets controlled by Islamic banks at the global level to be $200-500bn which is growing at a pace of 10-15% per year. With prospect of about 12 million Muslims living in EU, Islamic financial and economical model is a feasible solution for the future. This week's Islam and Life asks: Are the principles of Islamic banking applicable in today's economy?

How is the presentation of the holy Qur\'an different from that of other human books? And what are the different approaches used in the Qur\'an to impart knowledge and advice? Furthermore, are verses in the noble Qur\'an, which are related to an event, specific to that event only; or are they applicable to the present-day? And how are the verses related to the battle of Uhud relevant and applicable to the current time? And finally, what lesson can we learn from the event of the battle of Uhud? The Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Imam Sayyid Ali Khamenei, speaks, answers, and explains how the verses of the Qur\'an are relevant in all times and in all situations.

[22 Oct 2012] Afghan civilians pay price of US arrogance in blood - English

A concise talk that every person of the Muslim Ummah should understand and contemplate about. This talk sums up the history of the movement of infallible Imams and is applicable even today! #MustWatch

Fight Till the Reappearance of Imam Mahdi (A) | Shaheed Ibrahim Himmat Although all the martyrs of Islam are great but martyr Himmat was different and unique. His ideological approach to Islam and total submission to Wilayat al-Faqih made him stand out. To him, only the words and commands of the Wali al-Faqih mattered; he cared for none else! These golden words of Shaheed Himmat are literally applicable even today.

A complete, comprehensive and simple tutorial on the 5 daily prayers (salah) in Islam. This video will help reverts to learn the outline of daily prayers and will also help others to correct any mistakes they may be making in the steps of the prayers. This tutorial applies to anyone following the Shia school of thought, regardless of which Marja they may follow; (so it is equally applicable for those who follow Imam Khamenei, Ayatollah Sistani, Ayatollah Makarem etc.). For any additional details, please do refer to your Marja. Niyyah - go to: 0:30 Takbiratul Ihram - go to: 0:50 Qiyam - go to: 1:23 Qirah (Recitation) - go to: 1:39 Ruku (Bowing) - go to: 2:40 + Dhikr for Ruku - go to: 2:49 Sujood (or Sajdah) - go to: 3:18 + Dhikr for Sujood - go to: 3:32 Qunoot - go to: 4:07 Tashahhud - go to: 4:28 Salaam - go to: 5:20 #MicroFiqh #Salah #Islam #Shia #DailyPrayers #Prayers

The holy Qur\'an is an immaculate book and its contents are applicable to all times and ages. So, what does it mean when the verse of the holy Qur\'an says that the enemy wants you to be neglectful of your weapons and belongings? And what will happen once a person becomes neglectful of their weapons and their belongings? What is an instance of this verse in today\'s day and age? The Leader of the Muslim Ummah, Imam Sayyid Ali Khamenei, expounds upon the words of Allah, the holy Qur\'an. Please don\'t fool yourself and be mindful.