A Unique NationThe people of Prophet Yunus (A.S.) have the unique distinction of having witnessed the effects of divine punishment and having obeyed the Prophet of Allah, Prophet Yunus (A.S.), and thus were entitled to victory and success in this world and the hereafter. Prophet Yunus (A.S.) was sent to guide and educate more than … Read more
Support for the afflictedJonah (AS) felt remorse after entering the belly of the fish. Although the people did not listen, it was not appropriate to leave him alone and go without waiting for Allah’s decision. This was not a sin, but due to the high status of the prophets, even their minor slips are punishable … Read more
The story of Moses (15th-13th century BCE, the son of Amran and Jochebed [1]) and Pharaoh has been mentioned in the Quran in several places, indicating that such circumstances might happen in the future where the weak community of people will suffer severe conditions, ruled by cruel elements. Nowadays, we see the exact situation that … Read more
Help Came from Allah? There, Moses got married to one of the daughters of prophet Shu’ayb on the condition that he will graze for him around 8-10 years. When the prescribed period was over, he left Midian, took his family, and set out on the journey to Egypt. On the way he saw the fire … Read more
Instead of starting to believe in Moses and leaving obstinacy, Pharaoh began to threaten the magicians as the Quran states:“You believed Moses before I gave you permission. Indeed, he is your leader who has taught you magic, but you are going to know. I will surely cut off your hands and your feet on opposite … Read more
Imam Qurtubi says that Binyamin said to Yusuf, “Don’t return me to them.” Yusuf replied, “You know the grief of Jacob for me. This would increase even more because of you,” but Binyamin insisted. To keep him, Yusuf placed a pot in his brother’s goods, which they used for both scaling and drinking water [17]. … Read more
Before this event, only Zulaikha was in love with Yusuf, but after seeing him, the Egyptian women also began to desire him. Zulaikha threatened Yusuf with imprisonment if he did not submit to her. However, Yusuf preferred prison over the temptation of the Egyptian women. Imam Suyuti wrote:“And two young men entered the prison with … Read more
A few days later, a caravan of travelers from Madyan to Egypt happened to pass by the well. They sent one of their friends to fetch some water. Yusuf sat in the bucket, and when the person saw Yusuf, he screamed, “O good news! It is a boy!” Yusuf’s brothers saw them and rushed to … Read more
One day, the Sahaba (may Allah be pleased with them all) came into the service of the Prophet ﷺ and said: “O Messenger of Allah, would you tell us a story that carries lessons and advice, one that is interesting, continuous, and about the life of a great man?” Their conversation had not yet ended … Read more
The tragedy of karbala After analyzing with great consideration, it becomes clear that a single individual is not solely responsible for the tragedy of Karbala. Several groups and individuals can be held accountable. Below, we briefly name these groups and individuals.The People of Kufa:It is evident from the words of Husayn when he said, “O … Read more