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Shahadat of 7th Imam Musa Al Khadim (AS) & Hazrat Abu Talib (AS) January 25th, 2025 - The event commemorates the shahadat of Imam Mūsa al-Kāzim (a) and wafāt of Abū Ṭālib (a). - Faith can be open or hidden, with taqiyyah being valid when openly expressing faith is dangerous. - The Qur'an highlights a believer from Fir‘awn’s family who concealed his faith, validating taqiyyah. - Abū Ṭālib supported the Prophet and Islam while concealing his faith for strategic reasons. - The socio-economic boycott of Banū Hāshim demonstrated Abū Ṭālib’s unwavering faith in the Prophet. - Wahhābis deny Abū Ṭālib’s imān due to historical biases against Imam ‘Ali, but many Sunni and Shi‘a scholars affirm his belief. - Imam Mūsa al-Kāzim’s imamate faced Abbasid persecution, requiring taqiyyah for survival. - The Imam endured imprisonment under successive caliphs and was eventually poisoned by Harun. - His body was displayed to humiliate Shi‘as but was ultimately buried with dignity. - The tragedy of his death is compared to Karbala, emphasizing the continued suffering of the Ahlul Bayt. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

January 23rd, 2025 Thursday Night Majlis Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma Khutba January 24th, 2025 - The 24th of Rajab marks the conquest of Khaybar by Amirul Mu’minin ‘Ali (a) in the 7th AH. - The Prophet sent various commanders to conquer the fort of Qamūs, but they failed for eight days. - The Prophet declared he would give the banner to a man loved by Allah and His Messenger, and who loved them in return. - ‘Ali (a), despite an eye ailment, was called, healed by the Prophet, and given the banner. He successfully led the Muslims to victory. - This event highlights the unique love between Allah and ‘Ali (a), as also mentioned in Qur’an 3:31. - Mu‘āwiyah, during his reign, held a gathering in Mecca to promote Yazid’s successorship, where he spoke ill of ‘Ali (a). - Sa‘d bin Waqqāṣ protested, citing three unmatched honors of ‘Ali: 1. Being appointed as the Prophet’s deputy during Tabūk. 2. Being part of the Prophet’s prayer during the Mubāhalah alongside Fāṭimah, Ḥasan, and Ḥusayn. 3. Leading the Muslims to victory at Khaybar under the Prophet’s explicit praise. - Sa‘d left the gathering in protest. - Qur’an 9:32 emphasizes that Allah’s light cannot be extinguished, despite opposition. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- Bibi Zaynab played a key role in countering Yazid’s propaganda and supporting Imam Ḥusayn’s stand for truth. - Imam Ḥusayn chose martyrdom in Karbala over surrendering to Yazid’s tyranny. - Yazid’s propaganda portrayed Imam Ḥusayn as a rebel, but Bibi Zaynab exposed the truth through powerful speeches. - As captives, the women and children of Imam Ḥusayn’s family revealed Yazid’s oppression and spread the Imam’s message. - Bibi Zaynab’s sermons dismantled the "iron curtain" of Umayyid propaganda and cemented her role as "sharikatul Ḥusayn." - Media and lobbying shape policies; Muslims must engage politically to safeguard minority rights and influence justice-based policies. - Advocacy by Muslim groups like Justice for All and NCCM has impacted Canadian policy, especially during crises like Gaza. - Muslim organizations need more support to counter well-funded Zionist lobbies. - As 5% of Canada’s population, Muslims should vote and stay informed through resources like The Canadian-Muslim Vote. Friday Juma Khutba January 17th, 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Download wudhu duas at: al-m.ca/salat - Wudhu is an essential act of purification and a preparation for daily prayers, which can be spiritually enhanced with specific duas. - Imam Ali (a) emphasized the importance of mindful wudhu, reciting specific supplications at each stage. - Upon seeing water and washing hands, praise Allah for the purity of water and its ability to cleanse. - While gargling, ask Allah for eloquence in remembrance and the correct answer on the Day of Judgment. - During rinsing the nose, pray for the blessings of Paradise's fragrance and inclusion among its recipients. - While washing the face, ask Allah to brighten your face on the Day of Judgment and save it from disgrace. - When washing the right forearm, pray for your scroll of deeds to be given in your right hand and for ease in reckoning. - While washing the left forearm, seek refuge from receiving your deeds in the left hand or around your neck, and from Hellfire. - During wiping of the head, ask Allah for His mercy, blessings, and pardon to envelop you. - While wiping the feet, pray for steadfastness on the Sirat (path) on the Day of Judgment and for actions that please Allah. Thursday Night Majlis January 16th 2025 Eve of 16th Rajab 1446 AH Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- Shī‘a Islam honors notable women like Khadījah, Fāṭimah, and Zaynab bint ‘Ali. - Tonight commemorates Bibi Zaynab’s death anniversary, highlighting her remembrance of Allāh during hardships. - Zikr of Allāh includes verbal, conscious, and spontaneous remembrance, praised repeatedly in the Qur’ān. - True zikr involves mindfulness of Allāh at all times, beyond rituals or public displays. - Forgetting Allāh leads to spiritual loss, wretchedness, and blindness in the Hereafter. - Bibi Zaynab responded to Ibn Ziyād’s taunts with unwavering faith: "I did not see anything but beauty." - She transformed tragedy into hope, viewing events through a religious and eternal perspective. - Zaynab consistently performed namaz-e-shab, even during extreme hardship. - Her sacrifices and zikr made her a symbol of resilience and faith for all. Wafat of Bibi Zaynab (SA) Wednesday January 15th 2025 Eve of 15th Rajab 1446 AH Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- Imam ‘Ali, titled "Amīrul Mu’minīn," is loved by true believers, as affirmed in Sunni and Shia sources. - He was born in the Ka‘bah, lived near Masjid al-Nabi, and was martyred in Masjid Kufa, linking him to Islam's holiest sites. - His miraculous birth in the Ka‘bah is widely documented and mutawātir. - Efforts to diminish his status included fabrications, but his unique virtues remain undeniable. - The Ka‘bah symbolizes purity, and Imam ‘Ali represents spiritual infallibility. - Imam ‘Ali helped purify the Ka‘bah of idols, emphasizing his divine role alongside the Prophet. - The Prophet likened ‘Ali to the Ka‘bah, requiring respect and reverence. - Accepting Imam ‘Ali as Allah’s guardian is essential for salvation. - The Noor of Muhammad and ‘Ali originated from one divine source, signifying their unity. Wiladat of 1st Imam Ali (AS) Sunday January 12th 2025 Eve of 12th Rajab 1446 AH Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

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)

Sunday, December 15th 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

December 19th 2024 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- 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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