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1. Imam Muhammad al-Taqi (a) became an Imam at the age of 8 and served for 17 years, guiding the Shi‘as with profound wisdom despite his young age. 2. He provided practical rituals for financial relief, such as reading Surah Nuh or Surah Qadr for specific durations and in specified manners, leading to the alleviation of hardships. 3. He emphasized the importance of repaying debts promptly and not taking financial obligations lightly, as highlighted through personal guidance and prophetic examples. 4. Encouraged the community to support and relieve others of their financial burdens, emphasizing communal responsibility and compassion. 5. Imam Jawad (a) taught that settling debts should be a priority after someone’s death, with estates only being distributed after debts are cleared. 6. He highlighted that a true believer fulfills their obligations and does not attempt to evade financial responsibilities, even when moving to another city. 7. The Imam’s teachings stressed trustworthiness and faithfulness in financial dealings as integral traits of a believer. 8. In debates, Imam Jawad (a) showcased remarkable intellectual clarity, using scriptural evidence to refute fabricated or exaggerated claims. 9. The Imam advocated for respectful dialogue, even when addressing polemical issues, discouraging abusive language, and fostering constructive discussions. 10. He provided a practical model of leadership by addressing both spiritual and practical concerns, ensuring the well-being of his followers in all aspects of life. Friday January 10th 2025 Eve of 10th Rajab 1446 AH Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Thursday Night Majlis Eve of 9th Rajab 1446 AH Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma Khutba January 10th, 2024 - Over the last 30 years, reports have highlighted alcohol's harms to society, including a Lancet study by Dr. David Nutt ranking alcohol as more dangerous than heroin or crack cocaine based on a 16-point harm checklist. - Alcohol scored 72, ahead of heroin (55) and crack (54). - It causes significant harm to others, ranking highest among drugs in this category. - The U.S. Surgeon General recently advised alcohol warning labels, linking consumption to risks of seven cancers and over 100,000 cancer cases annually in the U.S. - The Qur'an (5:90-91) prohibits intoxicants, emphasizing their social and spiritual harms - Social ills: fostering enmity, hatred, domestic violence, and societal breakdown. - Spiritual ills: distracting from Allah's remembrance and prayer, leading to immorality. - Addiction is likened to an "auto-pilot" influenced by Satan, leading individuals towards destruction. - Dr. Gregory Taylor and experts propose redefining alcohol in the Food and Drugs Act, recognizing it as a psychoactive drug rather than food. - Intoxicants are termed "khamr" in the Qur'an, meaning "veil," signifying their impact on intellect and behavior. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Shahadat of 10th Imam Ali An Naqi (a.s) Friday 3rd January 2025 Eve of 3rd Rajab 1446 AH - Imam ‘Ali al-Naqi al-Hādi became Imam at a young age, accepted due to his father’s example, and lived between Medina and Samarra under Abbasid caliphs. - His titles "an-Naqi" and "al-Hādi" reflect the essence of guidance and purity emphasized in the du‘a "اهدنا الصراط المستقيم." - Rajab, part of the spiritual season, offers opportunities for fasting, special a‘māl, and ziyarat to strengthen personal spirituality and ties with the Imams. - The Imam’s life, marked by purity and righteousness, serves as a spiritual example, especially for youth seeking peace and greatness. - He authored key ziyarat, including Ziyārat-e Jami‘ah and Ghadir, providing doctrinal and spiritual guidance. - The Imam warned against fake spiritual masters and Sufi practices, advocating adherence to the Ahlul Bayt’s path. - He emphasized improving ṣalāt, fasting, halal earnings, and following authentic Islamic teachings. - Spirituality is a universal human quest, and the Imams guide believers to achieve tranquility and closeness to Allah. - His life demonstrated loyalty and sacrifice, enduring challenges while guiding the Shī‘a amid Abbasid opposition. - Poisoned under Mu‘tazz, his legacy remains in steering believers toward true Islam and away from deviation. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Wednesday 1st January 2025 Eve of 1st Rajab 1446 AH - Imam al-Baqir (a) was known for his profound patience and wisdom in dealing with difficult political situations. - He faced the Umayyad caliphate's oppression and worked quietly but effectively to guide the community. - He emphasized the importance of spiritual purification, sincerity, and justice in leadership. - Imam al-Baqir (a) played a key role in maintaining the integrity of the Ahl al-Bayt (the family of the Prophet) through his actions and teachings. - He emphasized the concept of individual responsibility and the importance of personal integrity and moral conduct. - Imam al-Baqir (a) advocated for the rights of the oppressed and marginalized within the society. - He promoted the idea that true leadership is based on knowledge, virtue, and the well-being of the people, not on political power. - Imam al-Baqir (a) had a major influence on the development of Islamic sciences, particularly in the fields of theology, history, and jurisprudence. - His life is a model for scholars, leaders, and individuals seeking to uphold Islamic values in difficult times. - Imam al-Baqir (a) also stressed the importance of unity among the Muslims, despite political and sectarian differences. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

December 22nd 2024 20th Jamada Al-Akhir 1446 AH Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

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- Unexpected downfall of Asad’s regime in the Middle East sparks discussions among Shi‘a circles about the appearance of Imām al-Mahdi. - Encouragement to study signs of the appearance but caution against linking them to current events. - In 2011, the Arab Spring led to political upheaval, including Syria's civil war where Asad’s regime endured. - Iranian group attempted to connect aḥādith to ongoing events, producing a documentary criticized by scholars. - Warning against interpreting religious texts to fit political events without deep study. - Quotation from Imām al-Bāqir (a) stressing that predicting the exact time of appearance is misleading. - Concerns arise about the safety of the shrine of Bibi Zainab after HTS, linked to Al-Qaeda, gains power. - HTS leader claims separation from extremist groups and promises a peaceful society. - Skepticism due to historical examples like the Taliban's broken promises in Afghanistan. - Rapid changes in Syria cause despair among those hoping for immediate positive outcomes. - Reminder from Islamic history (Battle of Uḥud) not to lose hope after setbacks. - Emphasis that truth is not tied to military victories but to righteousness and belief. Friday Juma Khutba November 13th, 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

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29th Jamada Al Ula 1446 AH Sunday December 1st 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- Highlighting Fāṭimiyyah and the first violation of women's rights. - All Muslims agree Fāṭimah (a) was the Prophet’s only surviving daughter. - The property of Fadak, gifted to Fāṭimah by the Prophet, was seized. - Her inheritance claim was denied using a fabricated hadith, contradicting Qur'anic laws. - In her speech, Fāṭimah cited Qur'anic verses supporting inheritance, including those about Sulayman, Zakariyya, and general inheritance rules. - She criticized the inconsistency of applying the Qur'an, pointing out that during the Prophet's lifetime, ‘Umar emphasized the Book of Allah but later ignored it. - Addressing the broader issue of women being denied inheritance, urging Shi‘a men to remember Fāṭimah’s words. - Fāṭimah questioned the exclusion of her rights, emphasizing her shared faith with her father and challenging their knowledge of the Qur'an. Friday Juma Khutba November 29, 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- Imam ‘Ali cited the Prophet's teaching: a community cannot be sanctified if the weak cannot claim their rights without fear. - The United Nations aims to resolve international disputes but faces challenges due to the Security Council’s veto power. - Despite limitations, institutions like the UN General Assembly and the International Criminal Court (ICC) provide a voice for the vulnerable. - The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Gallant for depriving Gaza's civilians of essential supplies. - The US and Israel reject the ICC's jurisdiction, but the US had previously supported ICC warrants against Russian officials. - Human rights groups and EU nations support the ICC’s decision; Canada's Prime Minister affirmed adherence to international rulings. - Quotation from the Qur'an (26:227): the unjust will face consequences. - The Shi‘a minority in Pakistan, particularly in Parachinar, faces ongoing extremist violence. - Recent attacks in Parachinar killed 42 people, highlighting the vulnerability of this community. - Sectarian disputes should remain academic; violence must be condemned. - Shi‘as and Sunnis have mostly lived in peace, but solidarity is needed against violence. - Call for action: Write a protest letter to the Pakistani embassy to support the Shi‘a community. Friday Juma Khutba November 22nd, 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

1. The modern world exhibits an unprecedented level of hypocrisy, especially powerful nations like the US, which justify invasions in the name of democracy while toppling legitimate leaders. 2. The US recently set a condition for Israel to allow 350 aid trucks into Gaza daily to continue military assistance but ignored its own ultimatum despite Israel failing to meet this requirement. 3. This inconsistency in holding allies accountable highlights the depth of modern hypocrisy, particularly in international relations. 4. Hypocrisy isn't new; it was a significant challenge during the early Islamic period, emerging in Medina after the Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca. 5. Bibi Fāṭimah (a) highlighted the rise of hypocrisy in her famous speech on Fadak, lamenting how it spread and corrupted the Muslim community after the Prophet's death. 6. Surah al-Munāfiqun (Chapter 63) of the Qur'an addresses the nature of hypocrites, describing them as impressive in appearance and speech but hollow and insecure within. 7. Hypocrites are characterized by arrogance, reluctance to seek forgiveness, and stinginess, as shown through the incident involving 'Abdullāh bin Ubay stirring conflict in Medina. 8. The chapter warns believers against being distracted by wealth or family from the remembrance of Allah, as such distractions lead to regret when death approaches. 9. True believers are encouraged to give in charity and avoid the traits of hypocrisy, as repentance and good deeds are critical before one's time ends. 10. The sermon concludes with prayers for the Prophet Muhammad (ص), his family, and the Imam of the time, emphasizing the hope for justice and guidance through divine intervention. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Friday Juma Khutba November 15th 2024 Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

19th Jamada Al Ula 1446 AH Thursday November 21st 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- The Prophet (s) introduced his Ahlul Bayt using examples from past nations, including comparing them to the Ark of Nūḥ and the Door of Forgiveness in the story of Prophet Mūsa and Bani Isrā’il. - The hadith about the Door of Forgiveness states: *“The likeness of my Ahlul Bayt is the simile of the Door of Forgiveness of Bani Isrā’il: whoever enters it, his sins will be forgiven.”* - The authenticity of this hadith is established by multiple sources, including Ibn Ḥajar al-Makki, who mentions its transmission through numerous routes that strengthen each other. - In the Qur’ān, Allah commanded Bani Isrā’il to enter the gate of a town with humility, seek forgiveness, and promised them forgiveness and increased blessings if they complied. - The Prophet (s) equated the Ahlul Bayt to this Door of Forgiveness, indicating that they are a means to Allah’s mercy and blessings. - Two conditions are required: showing humility toward the Ahlul Bayt and seeking forgiveness through them. - This simile implies the infallibility of the Ahlul Bayt, as only those pure from sins can be a means of purification for others. - The Prophet (s) described Imam ‘Ali as the Door of Forgiveness, emphasizing that entering it signifies faith, while leaving it signifies disbelief. - Love, guidance, and following Imam ‘Ali are keys to forgiveness, blessings, and salvation. - Fāṭimah is not only a part of the Ahlul Bayt but is their central figure, as highlighted in the incident of kisā. - Fāṭimah is also likened to the Door of Forgiveness and Allah’s bounties. - The unjust among Bani Isrā’il altered Allah’s commands and faced divine punishment. A similar prediction applies to some Muslims who wronged the Ahlul Bayt. - Despite the symbolic reverence, some Muslims disrespected even the physical door of Fāṭimah.

-Verse Hud 11:41: Prophet Nūḥ calls to embark in Allah’s name, connecting to guidance and salvation. -Prophet Muhammad (s) introduced the Ahlul Bayt using past prophets as examples to show their importance. -Verse 33:33 identifies the Ahlul Bayt as purified, with Fāṭimah (a) at its heart. -Hadith: "The Ahlul Bayt are like Noah’s Ark; whoever boards it is saved, and whoever abandons it perishes." -Hadith has strong authenticity, cited by 92 Sunni scholars from 8 companions. -Simile emphasizes the Ahlul Bayt’s role as a means to salvation. -The Ark was built by Prophet Nūḥ under divine guidance, just as the Ahlul Bayt were nurtured by the --Prophet and under Allah’s care. -Embracing the Ahlul Bayt brings guidance and protection, just as boarding the Ark brought salvation. -Like Nūḥ’s son who perished by separating from the Ark, those who abandon the Ahlul Bayt risk losing guidance. -Nūḥ started the Ark’s journey with Allah’s name and protection; similarly, the Ahlul Bayt guide under divine command. -Example of Prophet Mūsa’s Door of Forgiveness: The Ahlul Bayt as a path to Allah’s mercy and forgiveness. Fatimiyya Program - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi November 14th, 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)