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Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei narrates and explains a tradition narrated from Imam Ja\\\'far al-Sadiq (A) to Hafs ibne Ghias, where his eminence speaks about an incident that happened to his eminence, Prophet Musa Ibne Imran (A). What did Prophet Musa (A) say to a man who had been prostrating for a long time and asking his needs from Allah? And what did Allah say in response to the statement of Prophet Musa (A) to that man? Furthermore, what is the example that Ayatullah Sayyid Ali Khamenei repeatedly states when talking about the effects of sins? And what is one of the primary things that the spiritual masters tell their students to do in their spiritual journey towards Allah? Finally, what happens when a person starts to abstain from sins? Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei expounds upon a narration regarding Prophet Musa (A) stated to us by the divinely appointed Imam, Imam Ja\\\'far al-Sadiq (A).

There\\\'s a beautiful tradition where the honorable Messenger of Allah, the holy Prophet Muhammad (S) speaks about what his eminence saw when on the Me\\\'raj, the Ascension, towards the Heavens. What did the Messenger of Allah see? What did the Messenger of Allah hear? How many gates does Heaven have? And what was written upon \\\"Heaven\\\'s Fifth Gate\\\"? Sayyid Shahryar tells us about this golden tradition, that even though it passes quickly in this \\\"One Minute Wisdom\\\", will have you rewinding and writing down these secrets of the world and the hereafter. #IslamicPulse #OneMinuteWisdom #OMW #Akhlaq #Ethics #Morality #Islam #Quran #AhlulBayt #Heaven #Meraj #Ascension #Prophet #Muhammad #Life

What do people intrinsically love? Are human beings unidimensional or multidimensional creatures? And can you forcibly pull someone towards a path; will it result in that person\\\\\\\'s perfection? Finally, what is the result when one begins to attain true perfection? The late Ayatollah Misbah-Yazdi (R) provides us with a short, but profound lesson on the basics of loving Allah. #Akhlaq #Love #Allah #Concepts #Beliefs #Salvation

There\\\'s a beautiful tradition where the honorable Messenger of Allah, the holy Prophet Muhammad (S) speaks about what his eminence saw when on the Me\\\'raj, the Ascension, towards the Heavens. What did the Messenger of Allah see? What did the Messenger of Allah hear? How many gates does Heaven have? And what was written upon \\\"Heaven\\\'s Seventh Gate\\\"? Sayyid Shahryar tells us about this golden tradition, that even though it passes quickly in this \\\"One Minute Wisdom\\\", will have you rewinding and writing down these secrets of the world and the hereafter. #IslamicPulse #OneMinuteWisdom #OMW #Akhlaq #Ethics #Morality #Islam #Quran #AhlulBayt #Heaven #Meraj #Ascension #Prophet #Muhammad #Life

What is the difference between the Islamic Revolution and the other revolutions that have taken place in the world? And what role did the Iranian people play in maintaining law and order after the Islamic Revolution? Moreover, what is Imam Khomeini’s definition of the rise and fall of a nation? And how does it differ from that of the West? Finally, what was Imam Khomeini’s stance towards foreign interference in the affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran after the Islamic Revolution? The Father of the Islamic Revolution – the esteemed Imam Khomeini – speaks and answers in an interview with Japanese reporters after the Islamic Revolution.

There\\\'s a beautiful tradition where the honorable Messenger of Allah, the holy Prophet Muhammad (S) speaks about what his eminence saw when on the Me\\\'raj, the Ascension, towards the Heavens. What did the Messenger of Allah see? What did the Messenger of Allah hear? How many gates does Heaven have? And what was written upon \\\"Heaven\\\'s Eighth Gate\\\"? Well, Sayyid Shahryar tells us one last time about this golden tradition because we have reached the last gate of Heaven. So pay attention because though this minute passes by all too quickly in this \\\"One Minute Wisdom\\\", you might still have to rewind and write down these secrets of the world and the hereafter. And hey, it\\\'s never a bad idea to start again from \\\"Heaven\\\'s First Gate\\\"! #IslamicPulse #OneMinuteWisdom #OMW #Akhlaq #Ethics #Morality #Islam #Quran #AhlulBayt #Heaven #Meraj #Ascension #Prophet #Muhammad #Life

Becoming familiar with some of the sweet concepts of the Sha’baniya Supplication / Session 2 In the name of God, the Beneficent, the Merciful. In the beginning of the “Sha’baniya Supplication,” many reasons for not supplicating God have been mentioned. These reasons show that when a person wants to say something to God, there is no need to say anything. God hears a person’s words even before he says anything; God knows his words. The Almighty God knows a person’s needs, so how else can one talk to God? Perhaps many people don’t read supplications because they think God knows everything that is in their hearts and all their needs. The Commander of the Faithful (‘a) mentions the reasons for not praying. After the passionate insistence that can be seen at the beginning of the supplication, after that intense emotion, beseeching and escaping from others, life and the world towards God, and after the enthusiasm that he shows for talking to God, he immediately says some things, which seem to be reasons for not praying. The Imam (‘a) says, “I have hope for the reward that is with You. You know what is inside me. You are aware of my needs and my inner being. My return to the Hereafter and my eternal home are not hidden from you.” You are not unaware of my past or my future and what I want to tell You. “Whatever I want to say or request, and also what I have hope for my outcome, are not hidden from You.” All of these can be a reason for not praying. “God You know my situation!” If the Almighty God knows these, why does he insist on talking to God? Actually, I want to say that the Commander of the Faithful, Ali (‘a), wants to announce the severity of his insistence here. Although God knows, he is beseeching Him and asking Him, “Hear my prayer. Hear my voice. Pay attention to me when I talk to You.” When the Commander of the Faithful says these words, his insistence on praying becomes clear. “I insist and I know that You know all about me.” We regular people may not really have this deep understanding like Imam Ali (‘a) that God is totally aware about us. But, the Commander of the Faithful has a deep understanding and belief that God is aware about a person. So why does he insist for God to hear him when he knows that God hears? This shows a certain level of desire and asking, when a person puts these kinds of rational words aside. As a poem says, “Say goodbye to wisdom.” If a person wants to reason exactly, he may say, “God, I’m sitting here and You know all my requests.” But, when this intense emotion, enthusiasm and pleading reaches a peak, a person cannot be patient and quiet anymore. We should read the “Sha’baniya Supplication” with this intention that we have come to see how the Commander of the Faithful (‘a) talks to God. This supplication is amazing. We should read it in a way that we are looking at the face and insistence of the Commander of the Faithful (‘a). I remember a tradition in which the Imam said some things to his companion. His companion said, “I saw that the Commander of the Faithful was leaving the city at dawn. I asked, ‘Where are you going?’ He replied, ‘I’m going after my own wishes!’ The Imam was in a different mood when he said this. I asked, ‘What are your wishes and needs?’ The Imam replied, ‘The one who should know, knows. I don’t need to tell these to anyone else.’” Here, the Imam is saying the same sentences to his friend too. And, he left in that different mood. He would wail and cry very much (when praying). God, if we aren’t able to reach You, we ask to see at least the Commander of the Faithful’s supplications one time, so that we can understand what is going on in the world, how Your friends felt and look at them from afar. If we are never able to imagine this feeling clearly and aren’t able to experience this in ourselves, let us see it in the unique face of the Commander of the Faithful. See in the first phrase of this supplication how Imam Ali states his beliefs about God, “God, whatever happens to me till the end of my life is in Your hands and Your knowledge. What comes to me or is taken away, benefits or loss, are in Your hands and not the hands of anyone else.” He’s showing his extreme monotheism. Along with this, Imam Ali (‘a) is showing a great enthusiasm, and that enthusiasm doesn’t allow him to be silent. Although God sees him, his severe enthusiasm compels him to talk to his God. As I explained about the previous phrase, this severe enthusiasm causes him to say, “Hear my prayer. Hear my voice.” There is no need for him to say these. God hears.

Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei narrates and explains a tradition narrated from the Messenger of Allah, the holy Prophet Muhammad (S), where his eminence speaks about the 4 rights which are upon the Ummah. What are those 4 rights that are upon the Ummah of the holy Prophet Muhammad (S)? How do you treat the one who repents? What does it mean to be merciful towards the weak? And what should one do when they see someone doing good? Finally, how should we treat the sinner, as compared to how we actually treat a sinner? Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei expounds upon the wise words of the Messenger of Allah, the holy Prophet Muhammad (S).

Since its independence from the British occupation, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan continues to take steps towards becoming a sovereign Islamic country. The followers and lovers of the Prophet & Ahlulbayt (A) have went through a few phases in Pakistan. What are those phases? Dr. Muhammad Ali Naqvi outlines. A staunch follower of Imam Khomeini (r), Dr. Muhammad Ali Naqvi, worked tirelessly to spread the message of the Islamic Revolution across Pakistan. The enemy, at last, martyred him on 7 March 1995. The message of the Islamic Revolution continues to spread. The enemies have lost, yet again!

In this era of Modern Ignorance, why is it essential to review the lessons of the holy Prophet Muhammad\'s (S) Be’that? And what is our first responsibility? Moreover, what is our duty towards the Islamic system in the present-day? Additionally, why is it important to have an in-depth understanding of the characteristics of Modern Ignorance? The Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Imam Sayyid Ali Khamenei, answers and explains our responsibilities in this era of Modern Ignorance.

What are some of the peaks that will be reached by humanity when the reappearance of the 12th Imam occurs? And what will happen to humanity as far as technology, spirituality, knowledge, and injustice with the advent of the 12th Imam? What role does individual doubt play when it comes to the reappearance of the 12th Imam? Finally, what answer will people give to Imam al-Mahdi (A) considering the fact that many of them aren\\\'t working towards the advent of his eminence? In order to answer these questions we invited Shaykh Muzaffer Hyder from the United Kingdom, to sit down with us and discuss \\\"The Call From the Ka\\\'ba\\\" and this great Eid, the 15th of Sha\\\'ban, the birth anniversary of the Awaited Savior, Imam al-Mahdi (A). Our heartiest congratulations to the whole of humanity on the auspicious Eid, the occasion of the birth anniversary of the Imam of the Age, the Awaited Savior of Humanity, Imam al-Mahdi (A). #IPTalkShow #IslamicPulse #15Shaban #ImamMahdi #AwaitedSavior #AwaitedOne #Wilayate #Imamate #Justice #Mahdi #Truth #Intezar #Revolution #IslamicRevolution #Islam #AhlulBayt

What are the different misconceptions that people have about the reappearance of Imam Mahdi (A)? And what is the source of such false notions? Should we merely sit aside and watch whatever happens on the earth as we await Imam al-Mahdi (A)? Moreover, do we have a responsibility towards the reappearance of the Imam; and if so, what is that responsibility? Additionally, what can we do to hasten the reappearance of Imam al-Mahdi (A)? Finally, what does Imam Khomeini (R) say about the narrations that propose that all flags of establishing government before his reappearance are invalid? The esteemed founding father of the Islamic Republic, Imam Ruhollah Khomeini (R), answers and explains the various misconceptions about the reappearance of Imam al-Mahdi (A), and sheds light on our responsibility during the Time of the Occultation.

The 28th Juz of the Qur’ān covers 9 surahs and all of them are madani. Approximately four of the nine surahs address issues with regards to women. The first surah of the juz is Surah Mujadilah (the woman who contends/argues/complains). In Surah Mujadilah the chapter opens with the complaint of the woman who is being oppressed by her husband with the practice of dhihar (a pre islamic practice of estranging the wives by equating them to their mothers). In Surah Talaq we see that Allah swt is aware of all of our intentions, and even in instances of seeking a divorce we should work towards treating each other honorably. God’s laws are accompanied with ethical injunctions, one of our grandest tests is how we treat each other. In Surah Tahrim, the chapter opens up with discussing a time when Rasulullah (s) was going through a difficulty with some of his wives. Even in marital strife or conflict, the verse 6:66 encourages us to take care of our families and to help each other spiritually. The examples of four women are taken at the end of the surah: wives of Prophet Lut, Nuh and then Sayyidah Maryam and Sayyidah Asiyah. The examples show that our salvation is not contingent on who we are married to. Discussions on marital strife and women’s rights go back to Allah swt and how centered we are on Him.

Continuing on with the theme-based approach of Juz 25, 26 and 27, this episode explores the concept of the shayatin or the devils by focusing on the role they have on our lives and our minds. The aim here is to deconstruct the many misconceptions we have regarding the shayatin’s presence over us through Quranic verses, recognising the capacities in which they exist to misconstrue our thoughts and misguide us from the right path. In building a better awareness of this, we can thus move towards seeking protection from shaytaan through the remembrance of Allah (swt).

This episode moves towards facilitating a theme-based discussion of the Quran. By combining verses from Juz 25, 26 and 27, an embedded exploration of the reality of death, what it is, and how it is discussed in the Quran is provided. Collectively across these Juz’s, there are 13 Makkan Surahs and 5 Madani Surahs, thus highlighting a focus on issues surrounding aqaid (beliefs) and akhlaq (morals) on one side and legislative issues on the other. The Surahs used to explore the theme of death include Surah Mulk, Surah Qaf, Surah Fussilat, Surah Al-Hadid and Surah An-Najm.

Juz 12 is the completion of Surah Hud (118 verses of the total 123 verses) and the start of Surah Yusuf (52 verses of the total 111 verses). Both Surahs from this Juz are Meccan. This podcast hones in on punishment and why Allah (swt) punishes as mentioned in Surah Hud. Punishment is not a result of Allah’s oppression, rather it is direct result of a people wronging themselves. Emphasis is placed on being reformers towards good and forbidding evil to prevent self- destruction. Allah (swt) does not unjustly destroy people trying to improve things for the better.

What did the people subservient to American and western interests say to the Islamic Republic towards the end of the Iraq-Iran war? And what are some pieces of advice by Imam Khomeini as regards to the enemy\'s propaganda? Finally, what does Imam Khomeini say about the persona of Saddam? The esteemed Imam Khomeini (R) speaks and explains the conspiracies of the western powers and warns the people to be aware and not fall prey to the enemy\'s propaganda.

Dua al-Iftitah was taught by the Imam Mahdi (ajtfs) to recite every night during the month Ramadhan. The Du\'a is excellent for molding man\'s attitude towards his Creator, as it discusses many aspects of the wretchedness of the human being, and the grace of Allah (swt).

The blessings, baraka, are our focus and purpose in this life. The immaculate Maʿṣūmīn (ṣ) have said, \"There are four things in a home, which, even if one of them is present, will cause Allāh\'s (swt) blessings to be removed and cause utter destruction. These are treachery, thievery, alcohol or intoxication, and acts against chastity.\" This video is inspired by the upcoming publication by Al-Kisa Foundation titled \"150 Life Lessons from Noble Narrations\", your donation will help sponsor this book. Visit bit.ly/noblelessons

The holy month of Ramadan is an opportunity for so much, that it can neither be imagined nor can it be measured. Glory be to You; O\' Allah! There is no god, but You; O\' Allah! If there is a refuge, that refuge is you; O\' Allah! When one searches for a helper, that Helper is you; O\' Allah! This beautiful piece of poetry by Muhammad Husayn Poyanfar edges us towards the Nights of Qadr, ever so slowly. Remember to keep each other in your Duas.

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A Special Mindset for the Nights of Power (Laylatul Qadr) Why don’t we take full advantage of God’s Kindness? We are prevented from benefiting from God’s Mercy because we count on ourselves. This barrier is arrogance, being conceited about our possessions and achievements. We never talk to God as if we are a criminal, cutthroat, villain. No, we talk to God as if we are honorable people, “God, as You are aware, I’m obviously one of Your good servants. And I haven’t had a fault thus far. But, I decided to turn to You tonight to say if You want to grant me more blessings, sure, I agree! Yes, I have some faults. It is possible I haven’t done as much as I should.” This person is the epitome of arrogance. This person is not able to benefit from God’s Mercy. During the Nights of Power (Qadr) I like to go amongst the crowd of worshippers and see who has come for the first time, a person who has a history of serious wrongdoing! And, he is too embarrassed to talk. People ask him, “Sir, would you like a Qur’an?” When he wants to take the Qur’an, he thinks, “I’m too embarrassed to touch it. I have nothing, absolutely nothing to say.” If I find such a person during the Nights of Power, I’ll go and stand behind him. I’ll say, “God, whatever you grant him, grant to me too.” He doesn’t have a trace of arrogance. He has no pretentiousness at all. Others go back home happily. But, this person is still standing. Towards the end, he will say, “God, did You look at me too?” This kind of person will make use of God’s Mercy that night. Benefiting from God’s Mercy is very hard. Why? Because we count on ourselves. Don’t count on yourself. Are you able to go to a gathering of worshippers to repent like that criminal? You won’t go. You’d say, “It’s impossible. Is it possible?! Thank God, I’m not that bad either.” We are even proud of our deeds, which we haven’t done! At least he has done some good deeds. We tell ourselves, “We still have time until the end of the Month of Ramadan.” “Till the end of the month?! But, you haven’t done anything yet!” “I’ll do something. Don’t worry!” We are prevented from benefiting from God’s Mercy because we count on ourselves. What should we do to stop counting on ourselves? The supplications narrated from the Household of the Prophet (‘a) are excellent opportunities. A supplication says, “God, even if I had done a good deed, I shouldn’t have relied on it. I should have relied on Your Grace. And now, I haven’t even done that good deed. So, I must only rely on Your Grace. What should I do if You don’t look at me?”

What will be the situation on the Day of Judgement when it comes to answering Allah? And what does Dua Abu Hamza Thumali say in this regard? What is the meaning of Mahzar? And what did the magnanimous Imam Khomeini say about the presence of Allah? Furthermore, what is the basis of responsibility? And finally, who – apart from us – is aware of everything we do – even our innermost thoughts – from the beginning to the end of our lives? The esteemed Imam Khamenei answers and talks about having a sense of responsibility towards Allah and being conscious of Allah’s presence at all times. And remember, you are in the presence of Allah, wherever you are!

How should one take a note of the blessings that are mentioned by Allah in the holy Qur\\\\\\\'an? What does Allah say in the holy Qur\\\\\\\'an as regards to the gratefulness of mankind? And how does the love for the selected creations of Allah lead us towards the love for Allah? Yet, other than this, is there another way to know and love Allah? What does the 4th divinely appointed Imam, Imam Sajjad (A) say regarding this concept? Finally, what does it mean that \\\\\\\'Love Starts From Allah\\\\\\\'? The late Ayatollah Misbah-Yazdi (R) provides us with a short, but profound lesson on the basics of loving Allah. #Akhlaq #Love #Allah #Concepts #Beliefs #Salvation

Who is the one who doesn’t even need to deliver a speech if he wants to challenge the West? What did Imam Khamenei do on the 3rd of Khordad, in a gathering of the Armed Forces? And what did Ayatollah Hashemi Shahroudi have to say about the knowledge and jurisprudential expertise of Imam Khamenei? Additionally, what did Putin –the President of Russia – and Javier Pérez de Cuéllar and Kofi Annan – both former Secretary-Generals of the United Nations have to say about his eminence? Furthermore, what was Ayatollah Hasanzadeh Amoli’s advice to the people in regards to the Rahbar? Besides, what is ‘The Manifesto of the Second Phase of the Islamic Revolution’? And finally, what is our responsibility towards the Manifesto? Hujjat al-Islam Ustad Raji sheds light on the achievements of the Esteemed Leader, Sayyid Ali Khamenei, in various fields, and then talks about ‘The Manifesto of the Second Phase of the Islamic Revolution’.

Is the issue of Palestine over? What request has the Leader of the Islamic Revolution made to the youth in regards to the issue of Palestine? And what is the issue of Palestine? Additionally, who is the culprit behind this heinous crime against humanity? Moreover, according to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, is the situation always going to be like this or will the tables turn? And finally, what would happen if this crime was committed someplace else in the world? Imam Khamenei speaks about the issue of Palestine and the double standards that have been applied towards the issue of Palestine.

What does the Father of the Islamic Revolution -Imam Khomeini (R) - say to the governments of the region? And what – according to Imam Khomeini (R) – will be the result of the governments putting forth the hand of brotherhood to the Islamic Republic of Iran? Furthermore, what did the Islamic Iranian nation do by overcoming their fear? And what did the Islamic Republic of Iran do, that others are afraid to do? Finally, can America – the Great Satan – do about it? The magnanimous Imam Khomeini addresses the governments of the region and states how becoming acquainted with Islam and extending the hand of brotherhood towards the Islamic Republic of Iran will be to their own benefit.

Day 1 Towards the Pleasure of Allah