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Shí‘ism: Imãmate & Wilãyat

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Shí‘ism or Shí‘a Islam is the second largest sect of the Muslim world. The central theme of Shí‘a theology is the position, rights, and qualities that the Imams of Ahlul Bayt possess. Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi starts with a brief discussion on the origin of the Shí‘a Islamic faith, and whether it was political in nature or religious. In Chapter II, he surveys the seIf-censorship exercised by Muslim historians at early as well as modern eras, and how events related to Shí‘ism were suppressed in order to appease the rulers. Chapter III expounds on how the Orientalists have dealt with the Ghadír Khumm event: either it is ignored or if quoted, then interpreted to safeguard the interest of the majority Muslims. S.M. Rizvi also discusses the literal and contextual meaning of “mawla" which has great bearing on the issue of Imãmat and khilãfat of ‘Ali bin Abí Tãlib. Chapter IV, he surveys the current dispute on the explicitness versus implicitness of ‘Ali’s appointment to the position of imãmate and Khãlifat. This is followed by a chapter on the concept of ‘Ahlul Bayt’ in the Qur’ãn and the sunnah. Chapter VI deals with the wilãyat, the position and authority of the Imam, and its scope from the Qur’ãnic point of view. The treatise ends with a discussion on the esoteric knowledge that the Prophets and the Imams possess and its relevance to their personal life.

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Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi - A Biography

Challenges, Achievements, & Life

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi - A Biography

Challenges, Achievements, & Life

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

This is the biography of ‘The Shining Star’ (’Akhtar-e-Tabaan’) which rose in Bihar (India), radiated across the Indian subcontinent, and illuminated the path of many Africans towards Shī‘a Islam. Through his pen, he lit the lamp of Shī‘ism across continents and oceans, from Indonesia, to Guyana, to Europe, and beyond. ‘Allāmah Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi was confronted by many dark clouds: unfamiliar lands, languages, cultures, opposition, prejudice, politics, & more. However, his luminosity pierced through, overcoming all hurdles in his path of tabligh. Hopefully, reading his life’s story will re-energize your spirit to serve the cause of Islam, even when challenges come your way. This book hopes to demonstrate that if a person is equipped with true knowledge, a spirit of perseverance and sincerity, God will grant him tawfiq and success. ISBN 9780920675854. Copyright 2021, Al-Ma'arif Publications, All rights reserved.

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Justice, Peace & Prophet Muhammad

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Justice, Peace & Prophet Muhammad

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

This text explores the over-arching concepts of peace and justice in Islam as pillars of faith, and a way of life at an individual level. It examines the mission of Muhammad and all the Prophets before him: establishing justice in society, and with it, peace for all mankind. It explains peace and justice at a personal level and at a social level, through the words of the Qur'an and actions of Prophet Muhammad. It concludes by touching upon present day issues of global conflict and the need to revisit the true teachings of Prophet Muhammad.

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Muhammad : The Messenger of God

A brief biographical sketch

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Muhammad : The Messenger of God

A brief biographical sketch

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

This text briefly introduces the personality of Muhammad. It describes his birth, upbringing, & family. It then goes on to cover the Prophetic mission of Muhammad, his migration to Medina, & the process of establishing an Islamic community. It also explores the various encounters & interactions he had in battles, treaties which were forged, his final pilgrimage & more.

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Polygamy & Marriages of the Prophet Muhammad

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Polygamy & Marriages of the Prophet Muhammad

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

This text covers the concept of polygamy, specifically in the context of Islam and the marriages of Prophet Muhammad. It discusses marriage in Islam, polygamy in world history, and in Islamic history. It then goes on to explore the marriages of the Prophet, why they took place, who his wives were, and the stereotypes attached to his marriages. It concludes, with the context of the above sections, by showing the significance of the Prophet's marriages and reflecting the true spirit of marriage in Islam.

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0920675298

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Imām Ḥusayn - The Saviour of Islam

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi,Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi,Shaykh al-Mufid,Ayatullah Murtada Mutahhari

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Imām Ḥusayn - The Saviour of Islam

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi,Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi,Shaykh al-Mufid,Ayatullah Murtada Mutahhari

The book, Imām Ḥusayn The Savior of Islam, compiled by Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi, contains seven sections that discuss different aspects related to the event of Karbalâ. In addition, six sections are written or translated by either Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi or Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi. Husayn – The Heir of the Divine Guides (by Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi), takes a general look at the event of Karbalâ in a very factual way. It answers questions such as ‘Who was Imam Husayn?’ ‘What did he do?’, ‘Against whom?’, and ‘Why?’. Due to its factual nature, this section of the book can easily be used in an Islamic History class, since it provides an accurate historical account of what took place through the Shî`ah perspective. The language used is also quite simple and easy for children and adults alike to understand. The Martyr – An Analysis (by Ayatullah Mutahhari, translated by Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi), discusses the status and sanctity of martyrdom in Islam, using Imam Husayn as an example. This chapter provides the reader with a much deeper insight into the issue of martyrdom and even jihad, even exploring the rationale and way of thinking of a martyr. Furthermore, it puts into perspective the struggle of Imam Husayn and reminds us of his greater mission. The Martyrs of Karbalâ (by Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi), is once again quite factual, in that it lists the names of the people martyred in Karbalâ according to: their tribe, their relation to Imam Husayn a, whether they died in Karbalâ or afterwards, and their relationship to the other martyrs. In my view, this section would probably be of most use to a young scholar who is conducting research on the event. The Family of Imam Husayn (by Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi), sheds some light on the women and children in Imam Husayn’s a family, particularly about their cultural and familial origins. Hind or Uraynab, A Good Example of Umayyad Propaganda (by Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi), is perhaps the most distinct in the entire book. It discusses the narration of an event involving the marriage of Imam Hasan or Imam Husayn to a woman named Uraynab or Hind, who chose to marry the Imam instead of Yazîd. Thus, the narration implies that the conflict between Imam Husayn and Yazîd originated due to a fight over a woman, and had little to do with ‘the Truth’. However, what is strange about this narration is that it has six uniquely different versions. In order to indicate the various flaws in the event, the author chooses to analyze and crosscheck all six of the narrations, and to evaluate them historically. In doing so, the author successfully illustrates an example of an Umayyad-fabricated narration, which happens to have no basis whatsoever. The Selected Sayings and Letters of Imam Husayn, (by Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi). In most of theses letters and sayings, Imam defines and again re-defines his purpose of traveling to Karbalâ, for example he says: “I am not rising (against Yazîd) as an insolent, or an arrogant [person], or a mischief-monger or as a tyrant. I have risen as I seek to reform the ummah of my grandfather. I wish to bid the good and forbid the evil …”. The Life of Imam Husayn, which happens to be the longest section of the book, and is reproduced from Shaykh al-Mufid’s Kitãb al-Irshãd (translated by Doctor I. K. A. Howard). It is a semi-detailed account of the entire life of the Imam, starting from his birth, going on to talk about the period of his khilafa, to the cause of his death and his place of burial. It then includes a chronological list on the life of all fourteen Ma`sûmîn.

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Peace & Jihãd in Islam

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Peace & Jihãd in Islam

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

This text dissects the concept of Jihãd, and its relation to peace as a core Islamic value. It also goes over Qur'anic verses related to Jihãd, the true meaning behind them, and the misconceptions that have grown in recent years behind this concept. It also addresses the misuse of the word 'Jihãd', stereotypes in media and politics, and the issue of Qur'anic verses being quoted out of context.

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How Did Islam Spread?

By Sword or Conversion?

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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How Did Islam Spread?

By Sword or Conversion?

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

This text addresses the questions and theories regarding the growth of Islam in history. It begins by establishing the Qur'an's and the Prophet's stance on conversion - in text and in practice. It then draws upon examples in Muslim history of how Islam was spread in various regions around the globe. It concludes by addressing stereotypes of how Islam was forced upon civilizations, and what the future holds.

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Shí‘ism: Imãmate & Wilãyat

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Shí‘ism: Imãmate & Wilãyat

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God: An Islamic Perspective

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

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God: An Islamic Perspective

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

A short text explaining the fundamental Islamic principle of belief in single, unique God. The author explains why this belief is both rational and scientific, and concludes with a section on Tawhid and the attributes of Allah.

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Zakãt in Shī‘a Fiqh

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Zakãt in Shī‘a Fiqh

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

Detailed response to the questions & explaining the Shī‘a perspective on Zakãt.

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1990774059

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The Qur’ân and Hadíth

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

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The Qur’ân and Hadíth

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

This text is an extensive examination that starts off by explaining what revelations mean, how they happened at the time of the Prophet (s.a.w.w.) and how they happened at the time of the Jewish and the Christian. The book continues by describing the authenticity of the Old and New Testaments and talks about the Injil, Jesus's (a.s.) book. After the study of the previous revealed book we can dive in the explanation on the authenticity of the Holy Qur’ãn, how to interpret the verses, what ahadith are and how to prove their authenticity. The book also provides lots of examples and is a wonderfully way to learn about our Holy Book and the ahâdith

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9976956878

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Imāmate

The vicegerency of the Holy Prophet

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

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Imāmate

The vicegerency of the Holy Prophet

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

The author gives the meaning of Imāmah and Khilāfah, as well as Shi'i and Sunni views on topics such as necessity of Imāmate, Infallibility, and Shūrā.

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Zaynab’s Sermon & Its Historical Background; The Sermon of Imam Zaynu ’l-‘Ãbidīn

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Zaynab’s Sermon & Its Historical Background; The Sermon of Imam Zaynu ’l-‘Ãbidīn

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

The Saga of Karbala did not end with the martyrdom of Hussain, nor did his mission. His death was the initiation of a long ordeal faced by the family of Imam Hussain (a.s.). During this ordeal, it was the timeless sermons of Bibi Zainab and the fourth Imam Sajjad (a.s.) which truly pierced the hardened hearts of the people, sparked a revolution, and introduced change. The sermon of Lady Zaynab and the sermon of Imam Zaynu ’l-‘Ãbidīn complement one another: Zaynab's sermon formed the "tabarra" dimension and Imam Zaynu ’l-‘Ãbidīn's sermon formed the "tawalla" dimension: the former exposed the real identity of the oppressors, while the latter introduced the true, pure image of the Prophet's family.

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Khums - An Islamic Tax

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

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Khums - An Islamic Tax

By: Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

Khums is an issue every practicing Shi'ah must deal with once a year. The need for an easy to understand, yet comprehensive guide has been felt for years. Especially now more than ever, with the financial complexities of our world today. This book hopes to fill that void, since its first publication in 1984. The most popular aspect of this book is the khums calculation form, which provides easy to use, step-by-step instructions on calculating your khums for the year. This 4th edition includes numerous revisions and expansions, including: the history and usage of khums during the time of the Prophet and Imams, the moral and political aspects of khums, updated examples and rulings, practical and common issues for those living in the West, frequently raised questions, and much more. The book also reflects rulings based on various prominent maraji' in order to cater to as many muqallidin as possible. Previous versions of this book have been well received, as well as prompting insightful feedback from communities around the globe. It has been reprinted in Iran and Pakistan, translated into various languages, has had excerpts published in magazines, has been incorporated in other publications, and has been the basis for countless other seminars, booklets, and calculation forms. Some overall topics and features include: - Discussing the Islamic economic system - Khums in the Qur'an and history - Defining khums, income, surplus, expenses, etc - Various rulings and common situations - The distribution of khums - Some thoughts on khums and society - Calculation forms and guidelines Be sure to also check out the seminar and Q&A session on Khums, by Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi. It covers: - The meaning behind the concept of Khums - Items upon which khums is wajib - When do you pay khums? - What is surplus? What is profit? What is income? - What is exempt from khums? - What are savings? - What are allowable expenses? - What to do with debt? - Insurance premiums - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) - Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) - Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) - Private Company Pension Plans - Life Insurance (Whole and Term) Premiums - Critical Illness Insurance Premiums - Saving for the future - Child allowance - Saving for a home - Home equity - Dowry - Unused items - Gifts - Business inventory and property - Division of Khums - Q&A session

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Elements of Islamic Studies

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

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Elements of Islamic Studies

By: Sayyid Saeed Akhtar Rizvi

A greatly beneficial text book for students of all ages who wish to learn or review the basic fundamentals of Islamic studies. This booklet is based mostly on the lessons of Maulana Sayyid Sa’eed Akhtar Rizvi, though at the time of editing he has added some lessons from the 'Book of Salat' (Majlis-ul-Muslimeen, Karachi), and 'Diniyat' (Rah al-Najat Office, Karachi), with necessary adaptations. This edition has been completely revised (according to the Fatwa of Agha Syed Abu’l Qasim al-Khu’i, Dama Dhilluhul-Aali, Najaf, Iraq). Also, many subjects have been added because of the popular demand. For example, details of Ghusls, prayers of Ayaat, Jumu’ah, ‘Eidain, Mayyit and Jama’at. Simply a must read for those that are unable to attend Hawza (Islamic University) yet wish to learn at least the basics of religion by means of authentic texts as compiled in this booklet

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