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Sayed Modarresi LecturesThe Loyalty of AhlulbaytArbaeen majlis with the following themes:
1. We should strive to please the Ahlulbayt and not expect any reward other than the chance to serve
2. The Imams are a reflection of the generosity of God
3. The example of Zubair
4. How the battle of Jamal began
5. The Imam wanted to guide Zubair
6. The loyalty and generosity of Imam Hussein
7. Masa'ib of the caravans return
8. How Imam Hussein was buried2024-08-261h 01Sayed Modarresi LecturesArbaeen Q&A Session Pt. 1A Q&A session held at the Holy city of Karbala during the Arbaeen2024-08-241h 13
Sayed Modarresi LecturesImam Hussein and God (After Maghreb Podcast)2024-08-211h 28
Sayed Modarresi LecturesKarbala Facts and Myths (After Maghreb Podcast)2024-08-2151 minSayed Modarresi LecturesOur Contract with God (Arbaeen 2023)2024-08-2148 minSayed Modarresi Lectures11. (Muharram 2024) Night of Sorrows2024-08-2133 minSayed Modarresi LecturesMaqtal of Hussein (Muharram 2024)2024-08-211h 21Sayed Modarresi Lectures10. (Muharram 2024) God Works in Mysterious Ways2024-08-2158 minSayed Modarresi Lectures9. (Muharram 2024) Causality vs. Miracles2024-08-211h 08Sayed Modarresi Lectures8. (Muharram 2024) Parenting Pt. II2024-08-211h 04Sayed Modarresi Lectures7. (Muharram 2024) Parenting Part I2024-08-2156 minSayed Modarresi Lectures6. (Muharram 2024) The Two Women Who Shaped Ashura2024-08-2156 minSayed Modarresi Lectures5. (Muharram 2024) Submission: It's Harder than You Think2024-08-211h 12Sayed Modarresi Lectures4. (Muharram 2024) Religious Superficiality2024-08-211h 15Sayed Modarresi Lectures3. (Muarram 2024) We've Seen 'Minimalist Religion' Before. How Jews & Christians Tampered with Revelation2024-08-211h 07Sayed Modarresi Lectures2. (Muharram 2024) Signs of Pseudo-scholars: Offering Concessions2024-08-211h 15Sayed Modarresi Lectures1. (Muharram 2024) "Are You Pleased With Me?"2024-08-211h 12
Sayed Modarresi LecturesSisters' Q&A Session2024-08-2138 min
Sayed Modarresi Lectures10. Conditions of Being With Imam Hussain _ Muharram 20232024-08-211h 03
Sayed Modarresi Lectures9. The World of Trials and Tests _ Muharram 20232024-08-211h 01
Sayed Modarresi Lectures7. Certainty in your Belief _ Muharram 20232024-08-2158 min
Sayed Modarresi Lectures8. Getting your Religious Priorities Right _ Muharram 20232024-08-211h 09
Sayed Modarresi Lectures6. Divine Support & Divine Abandonment _ Muharram 20232024-08-211h 02
Sayed Modarresi Lectures5. Are We Living in the End of Days _ Muharram 20232024-08-211h 06
Sayed Modarresi Lectures4. How to Destroy Society's Moral Compass _ Muharram 20232024-08-211h 00
Sayed Modarresi Lectures2. Serving of Hussain _ The Highest Honor _ Muharram 20232024-08-2158 min
Sayed Modarresi Lectures3. How to start a new Religion _ Muharram 20232024-08-211h 12
Sayed Modarresi Lectures1. Resurrecting Islam _ Muharram 20232024-08-2152 min
After Maghrib 🌙Allah (SWT) in Karbala (Ft. Sayed Mahdi Modarresi)What do we mean when we say Imam Hussain (as) saved Islam? In this episode, we are joined by the esteemed Sayed Mahdi Modarresi, who explores the unique relationship between Allah (swt) and Imam Hussain (as) in Karbala. We discuss the Godly concepts of Tawhid, reliance, and the special bond that enabled Imam Hussain (as) to fulfill his divine mission. The discussion also covers the importance of recognising the qualities of a true scholar, the significance of a Shia Muslim performing Salah, and the oppressive reign of Yazid and Muawiya. Be sure to tune into our 100th episode, co-hosted...2024-08-011h 28
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ11: How to bring Lady Fatima into our Modern Lives? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiOur scholars advise women to build their character around Lady Fatima. But in this day and age, most women find it hard to actually do that. What can we do to familiarise ourselves with Lady Fatima and live a life that befits her followers?#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0703 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ10: How Can We Tell Lady Fatima's Story More Effectively? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiWith non-stop entertainment at their disposal, our youngsters today are more distracted than ever. What can we do to help them feel and connect with the tragedy of Lady Fatima Zahra?#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0702 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ9: How to practice La'n (cursing) on the killers of Lady Fatima? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiDissociating from Lady Fatima's killers is a crucial tenet of the School of Ahlulbayt. However, our dissociation and la'n may lead to hatred and discord. So what should we do?Find out the importance of dissociation and what caution we should exercise in this regard.#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0704 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ8: Why didn't Imam Ali avenge Lady Fatima's death? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiWhen we read about what happened to Lady Fatima, we can't help but realise the severity of the incident. Yet, we see that Imam Ali didn't set out to avenge the oppressors when he came into power. Why?Find out the reason behind Imam Ali's silence on this matter.#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0704 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ7: Did Imam Ali retaliate when Lady Fatima was attacked? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiOne of the most common objections presented by those who deny the attack upon Lady Fatima is that such an act of oppression was unlikely in the presence of a strong and brave warrior like Imam Ali. Was Imam Ali standing silent as the oppressors set fire to his house? Find the truth in this episode.#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0719 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ6: Why Do We Commemorate Fatimiyya with More Vigour Today? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiFatimiyya is now commemorated with much more zeal and enthusiasm compared to how it was observed ten or twenty years ago. Why is that? What are the political and religious factors that have caused this recent shift?#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0705 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ5: Is Mus'haf Fatimah the Shia Quran? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiLittle is known about the Mus'haf of Fatima. Labelled as the "Shia Quran", it is enshrouded in mystery and mysticism.What have the Imams of Ahlulbayt told us about the Mus'haf of Fatima? Find out in this episode.#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0707 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ4: Did Imam Ali upset Lady Fatima by proposing to Abu Jahl's Daughter? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiAccording to certain Islamic sources, the Prophet said the hadith, "whoever angers Fatima angers me", when he was informed about Imam Ali's desire to marry Abu Jahl's daughter.Did Imam Ali plan on marrying the daughter of Abu Jahl? What are some technical problems with this story found in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim?#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0714 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ3: Kitab Sulaym Ibn Qays al Hilali: Is it authentic and reliable? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiKitab Sulaym ibn Qays is regarded as the first book to provide a detailed report of the oppression of Lady Fatimah Zahra. But the book also contains narrations that appear forged or contradict the fundamental teachings of the School of Ahlulbayt.Does this leave this book and its content reliable?#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0702 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ2: Can we present Lady Fatima's suffering without disrupting unity? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiWhenever the calamities that befell the household of the Prophet after his demise are discussed, a common concern shared by many Muslims, including those belonging to the School of Ahlulbayt, is that it causes disunity and confrontation between Muslims. How valid is this concern? Is it possible to spread the oppression of Lady Zahra without upsetting unity?#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions2023-11-0708 min
Fatimiyya: The Burning QuestionsQ1: Is Fatimiyya the "Second Ashura"? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiFatimiyya is only recently commemorated with such zeal and enthusiasm. With its remembrance reaching the level of Muharram, some scholars have given it the title of "the second Ashura".In this inaugural video, Sayed Mahdi Modaressi examines this title's significance and whether it has any backing in the hadith corpus.#FatimiyyaTheBurningQuestions #Fatimiyya2023-11-0705 min
50 Days 50 Clips: Imam Hussain EditionDay 19: Practical Steps to Board Imam Hussain's Ark of Salvation (Part-2) | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiWe all want to board the 'Ark of Salvation' and be amongst the supporters of Imam Hussain. However, deep down, we all lack commitment since we are so intertwined with the comforts of our lives. Why is that so? Is there a way out?In this clip, Sayed Mahdi Modarresi, through the stories of Tirimmah ibn Adi and Anas ibn Kahil al-Asadi, shares with us the importance and method of surrendering ourselves entirely to Imam Hussain.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3E-bAjLUL9EBe a part of this initiative, and sponsor a...2023-08-0710 min
50 Days 50 Clips: Imam Hussain EditionDay 18: Practical Steps to Board Imam Hussain's Ark of Salvation (Part-1) | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiThe Prophet has said, "Verily Hussain is the lantern of guidance and the ark of salvation.'' Thus if we hold onto Imam Hussain and get on board his Ark of Salvation, we should become successful in this life and the next. But how do we board this ark? What are the requirements to get onboard?In the first of two videos discussing practical steps to embark on the ark of salvation, Sayed Mahdi Modarresi highlights the significance of dedicating our hearts and minds to Imam Hussain.To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vWEC8...2023-08-0608 minAfter Maghrib 🌙Myths of Karbala (Ft Sayed Mahdi Modarresi)In this enlightening episode, our co-hosts are joined by the esteemed Sayed Mahdi Modarresi as they explore common misconceptions surrounding the events of Karbala during Muharram. They address questions about the alleged involvement of Shia in the killing of Imam Hussain (as), the significance behind Shia's expression of grief and tears on Ashura, and an examination of potentially fabricated stories from the Battle of Karbala. These misconceptions often arise in online discussions, dialogues, and literature. This conversation seeks to offer historical, spiritual, and factual insights to dispel any confusion from the minds of the believers.2023-08-0351 min
50 Days 50 Clips: Imam Hussain EditionDay 08: Abul Fadhl al-Abbas In The Eyes of Imam Sajjad | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiAll the sons of Ali ibn Abi Talib have a distinguished status in Islam, but amongst the non-Imams, Abul Fadhl al-Abbas holds the highest regard for his courage, loyalty, and patience in supporting Imam Hussain and his family on the Day of Ashura.What inspired Abbas to reach such a lofty station among the martyrs of Karbala? In this #50Days50Clips: Imam Hussain Edition, Sayed Mahdi Modarresi highlights the value of al-Abbas in the eyes of Imam Sajjad and Ahlulbayt.Be a part of this initiative, and sponsor a clip in memory of y...2023-07-2708 min
Imam Ali Conference; Imam Ali and Human ValuesClosing Address: Sayed Mahdi ModarresiClosing Address
👤 Sayed Mahdi Modarresi is a faith leader, lecturer, and theologian. He is the Founder of https://www.instagram.com/ahlulbayttv/ (@ahlulbayttv). His bylines are featured in global media outlets, including the BBC, The Independent, HuffPost, New Statesman, the Vatican Press Office, among others. He comes from a distinguished family of scholars which includes supreme religious jurists, such as Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Muhammed-Taqi al-Modarresi, one of Iraq's leading faith leaders of its majority Shia population. He has led prayers at the United States House of Representatives and delivers lectures around the world.2022-04-0613 min
100 Days 100 Clips ChallengeDAY 84: 2 Islamic Guidelines On Raising Children | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiHow to instil Islamic values in our kids? It's an important concern for all parents and should be even more critical for parents-to-be. While we search for all sorts of parenting techniques over the internet, we often ignore the Islamic guidelines on raising successful children:Listen to Sayed Mahdi Modarresi as he shares a few practical steps you can take towards effective parenting based on the Holy Prophet's teachings.This Podcast is a part of the #100Days100ClipsChallenge.To watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hrVZBruCyYITo help us create mo...2022-02-1713 min
100 Days 100 Clips ChallengeDAY 62: Are you a Narcist? Here's a Checklist! | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiFrom dressing extravagantly to buying luxuries, what drives us is our narcissistic tendency to impress others. We all crave approval and praise from the people around us — although we may deny it. This constant need for attention can significantly harm our spirituality.Listen to Sayed Mahdi Modarresi as he explains the severity of the effects of self-admiration through the ahadith of Ahlulbayt.This Podcast is a part of the #100Days100ClipsChallenge.To watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q4DiVzrgPXkTo help us create more content, visit: https://thaqlain.org/suppo...2022-01-2611 min
100 Days 100 Clips ChallengeDAY 53: How Just One Sin Can Change Your Life! | Sayed Mahdi Modarresi"But it's just one sin", we say to ourselves, unaware of the power of that one sin. We think we'll be in trouble only if we're habitual sinners, not if we sin once or twice. We forget that all notorious criminals start with minor offences.Listen to Sayed Mahdi Modarresi as he shares how just one sin can change our life and put our Iman in danger, through a verse of the Quran.This Podcast is a part of the #100Days100ClipsChallenge.To watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yObi4iQOKSI...2022-01-1711 min
100 Days 100 Clips ChallengeDAY 41: Islam Wants You To Be Rich, But... | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiMany religions consider wealth and spirituality as oil and water; they don't mix. Does Islam, too, adhere to this? What is Islam's perspective on accumulating and spending wealth? Listen to Sayed Mahdi Modarresi as he shares two essential concepts that we must possess — before possessing more wealth.This Podcast is a part of the #100Days100ClipsChallenge.To watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Y5tvM87aQwTo help us create more content, visit: https://thaqlain.org/support.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/thaqlain/donations2022-01-0412 min
100 Days 100 Clips ChallengeDAY 17: Planning To Get Married? Listen This First! | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiSocietal norms dictate that a person should at least have a college degree and a stable income before tying the knot. But do these norms have any grounds in our faith? if not, how does Islam view these norms?Listen to Sayed Mahdi Modarresi as he presents the Islamic point of view on readiness for marriageThis Podcast is a part of the #100Days100ClipsChallenge.To watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ll45Mz8suj4To help us create more content, visit: https://thaqlain.org/support.Support th...2021-12-1107 min
100 Days 100 Clips ChallengeDAY 10: How Many Children Allah Wants You To Have? | Sayed Mahdi ModarresiChildren are blessings from Allah. But they are also a big responsibility. In this day and age, where every other person is busy making ends meet, several factors stop us from increasing our family.So what is Islam's opinion on these factors? Listen to Sayed Mahdi Modarresi evaluate them in light of the Quran & teachings of Ahlulbayt.This Podcast is a part of the #100Days100ClipsChallenge.To watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s4KXeR61RxoTo help us create more content, visit: https://thaqlain.org/supportSu...2021-12-0414 min
Freedom Loves CompanyHusayn Means Beauty: The Attraction of the Seventh Century Martyr (1 of 2) (ENCORE)Scholars and religious leaders explore the impact of Husayn and the devotion of the 15-20 million pilgrims who visit his shrine each year. Part 1 of 2.This is a rebroadcast of an episode that originally aired in May 2018.I will be attending the pilgrimage to Arbaeen from Najaf to Karbala, Iraq, at the end of October, with a Maulana Mohammad Baig, courtesy of the Husayniah Islamic Society of Seattle.On April 28th 2018, The Husayniah Islamic Society of Seattle and Global Initiatives co-sponsored an interfaith educational event called Husayn Day. The event was a r...2018-10-0853 min
Freedom Loves CompanyHusayn Means Beauty: The Attraction of the Seventh Century Martyr (1 of 2)On April 28th2018, The Husayniah Islamic Society of Seattle and Global Initiatives co-sponsored an interfaith educational event called Husayn Day. The event was a reflection upon Husayn, the martyred grandson of the Prophet Mohammad. Rather than bow to his oppressors, he, along with 72 family members were killed in Karbala, Iraq in 680 CE. He is considered a martyr for justice, truth, love, and resistance. He is a leading figure in Shia Islam and his death is mourned each year by between 15 and 20 million pilgrims who visit his shrine during the forty-day period of mourning from Ashura to Arbaeen.In t...2018-05-0753 min