Length: Research Study (30+ min)
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Length: Research Study (30+ min)
Imam ʿAlī’s (as) own view of Leadership: Divine Appointment or Shūrā-based selection?
Far from insisting on leadership through a fixed divine appointment, Imam Ali (AS) repeatedly acknowledged the role of the community in choosing its leaders. His words and actions reflect a deep concern for consultation, public consensus, and the collective interests of the Ummah, even when personal claims could have been advanced instead. Read more →
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Length: Research Study (30+ min)
Why Dua to ‘Other than Allah’ is forbidden across Ghayb (unseen)
The Qur’an repeatedly teaches believers to call upon Allah directly. But what happens when we ask someone who cannot see us, hear us, or respond to us through normal means? This question goes to the heart of why the Qur’an places such strong emphasis on directing prayer and supplication to Allah alone. Read more →
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Length: Research Study (30+ min)
Is Istighatha (invoking other than Allah) considered Shirk?
Many people call upon prophets, imams, or other righteous figures believing they can help bring them closer to Allah. The Qur’an, however, repeatedly calls believers to direct their prayers and requests to Allah alone. This raises an important question: does invoking others alongside Allah conflict with pure tawḥīd? Read more →