50 Days 50 Clips: Imam Hussain Edition

Muslims worldwide are awaiting the arrival of Imam Mahdi . He is to complete the Holy Prophet's mission and bring justice to the world. So, is there a connection between Imam Mahdi and Imam Husayn? Is there a relation between the tragedy of Karbala and Imam Mahdi's reappearance? In this final episode of "50Days50Clips: Imam Hussain Edition", Sheikh Mohammed al-Hilli examines the cl...

In Karbala, both the armies were Muslim. Yet one of them was bloodthirsty for the Imam, while the other was willing to die for him. What was so special about the companions of Imam Husayn that set them apart from other Muslims? How can we follow their footsteps? In this clip, Sheikh Dr. Javad Shomali outlines the virtues one must possess to become a true Husayni. Help us spread the message of Imam...

We see that the opposing force in Karbala comprised Muslims, some of whom were Companions and sons of Companions. In other words, they knew about Imam Husayn and his relation with the Prophet, but still resorted to killing him in cold blood. What made the Muslims take up arms against the grandson of the Holy Prophet? How can we avoid that vice so we aren't amongst those who oppose the Imam of...

The traditions passed down from the Ahlulbayt greatly emphasise weeping for Imam Husayn. They say that even the tiniest tear for the Imam is heavily rewarded by Allah. But should Thawab be the only reason we shed tears for Imam Husayn? What more significance do our tears hold? In this clip, Sheikh Jaffer H. Jaffer explores the concept behind crying for Imam Husayn and why we shouldn't underest...

Out of all the Imams who lived after the event of Karbala, Imam Rida got into a position of power and influence like none other. As the vicegerent to Mamun al-Abbasi, how did Imam al-Rida commemorate the tragedy of Karbala? What is his role in establishing the mourning rituals? In this clip, Syed Ali Abbas Razawi highlights Imam al-Rida's role in commemorating and establishing the Aza of Muhar...

We have in the books of Maqatil that on the day of Ashura , Imam Husayn and his companions prayed Salat al-Zuhr while in the heat of battle. It was the last Salah of Imam Husayn , which resulted in the martyrdom of a few of his loyal companions. So, what happened during this last Salah? What lessons can we learn from it? In this clip, Shaykh Mahdi Rastani shares five lessons from Imam Husayn's...

Imam Husayn had a special love for his wife , Lady Rabab. In a narration, Imam Husayn even said he loves a house where Lady Sakina & Lady Rabab are present. Why did he have such love & respect for Lady Rabab? And how did Lady Rabab prove herself worthy of this love? In this clip, Sayed Moustafa Qazwini tells the story of Lady Rabab's loyalty and dedication towards Imam Husayn's cau...

Amongst the countless tragedies that befell the family of Imam Husayn after Karbala, the sorrowful martyrdom of Lady Ruqayyah has no match. The 4-year-old daughter of Imam Husayn is said to have died from the shock of receiving her father's head in prison . She loved her father dearly, but how strong was Imam Husayn's love for Ruqayya? How effective is her Tawassul in solving the problems...

Among the things associated with Imam Husayn, the soil from his grave holds a unique significance. So much so that the Imams of Ahlulbayt recommend using it for prostration. Why is it so? How have the Ahlulbayt venerated the Turbah of Imam Husayn's shrine? In this clip, Sayed Saleh Qazwini cites narrations that emphasise the significance of the Turbah of Imam Husayn's tomb. Help us spread...

Due to the sacrifice of Imam Husayn, Allah elevated the status of every act associated with him. Among those acts is the Ziyarat, or visitation of Imam Husayn's shrine. So, why is it highly recommended for a believer to visit the shrine of Imam Husayn? How does Allah welcome a visitor of Imam Husayn? In this clip, Sayed Jawad Qazwini shares four divine merits of visiting the shrine of Imam Hus...

When we examine the traditions narrated by the Ahlulbayt, we see a significant emphasis on the importance of visiting Imam Husayn's Shrine. Its reward is said to be greater than the Hajj , but why? Why does Allah show unprecedented generosity towards the visitors of Imam Husayn? In this clip, Sayed Jawad Qazwini explains the lofty rewards and spiritual honours associated with visiting Karbala,...

There are 4 Ziyarahs associated with Imam Husayn that we recite on different occasions: Ziyarat Waritha, Ziyarat Ashura, Ziyarat Nahiya, and Ziyarat Arbaeen. Who among the Ahlulbayt narrated them? And what is their significance in Shia Islam? In this clip, Shaykh Saleem Bhimji goes in-depth into the origin, authenticity, and significance of the four key Ziyarahs associated with Imam Husayn. Help u...

Following the tragedy of Karbala , three major uprisings emerged against the Umayyads: the Battle of Harra, the Tawwabin movement, and the rebellion led by Mukhtar al-Thaqafi. The question is, where was Imam al-Sajjad during those uprisings? Did he support or take part in any of these movements? In this clip, Shaykh Azhar Nasser discusses Imam al-Sajjad's political acumen and carefully planned...

In Ziyarat Ashura and Ziyarat Waritha, Imam Husayn is addressed by the title 'Thar-Allah '. What is the meaning of 'Thar-Allah'? And how is it connected to avenging Imam Husayn's blood? In this clip, Shaykh Dr. Usama al-Atar uses a narration from Imam Sadiq t o tell us the fate of Imam Husayn's killers in this world and the Hereafter. Help us spread the message of Imam Husa...

The more we love Imam Husayn , the more Allah loves us . In the days of Muharram & Safar, how can we increase our love for Imam Husayn and truly connect with him? In this clip, Sayed Baqer Qazwini highlights the significance of Imam Husayn in our lives and discusses five practical ways to get close to him. Help us spread the message of Imam Husayn to the world. Donate generously at https://tha...

What should you do when you're feeling lost? When you're at your lowest? According to Ayatollah Khonsari, there's a single solution : Visiting Karbala. Imam Husayn alone can melt hearts and put even the gravest of sinners on the right path. How profound is the effect of Imam Husayn's love? In this clip, Syed Ali Abbas Razawi shares a story narrated by Ayatollah Ahmad Khonsari about...

Among the ladies who helped spread the message of Imam Husayn was Lady Fidda, a loyal servant of the Ahlulbayt. She proved her mettle when Lady Fatima was in distress, and then years later, she guarded Lady Zaynab when Yazid tried to attack her. So, what did Fidda do to protect Lady Zaynab? In this clip, Sayed Ammar Nakshawani shares the significance of Lady Fidda through an incident in Damascus....

On his way to Jerusalem, Sahl ibn Saad, a companion of the Holy Prophet, chanced upon the captives of Karbala in Damascus. The celebrations he saw in the city and the treatment meted out to the Prophet's family were beyond his wildest imagination . What did Sahl do to help the Ahlulbayt? In this clip, Sheikh Azhar Nasser shares Sahl's account of the tragedies in Damascus and the requests o...

The captives of Karbala faced unimaginable anguish and pain during their journey to Damascus . On the way, the caravan witnessed several events , the remnants of which are still present today. For instance, the events that transpired in Masjid Sakta and Nuqta. What happened in these two mosques, and why are they so prominent today? In this #50Days50Clips: Imam Hussain Edition, Sheikh Abbas Panju s...

Yazid's army intentionally took the prolonged, quieter route to Damascus and paraded the caravan of prisoners through the Christian cities of Iraq and Syria . However, upon seeing Imam Husayn's head and its miracles, the army's efforts were rendered futile, as even the non-believers were captivated by Imam Husayn. In this clip, Sayed Saleh Qazwini shares the cities through which the he...

Fear of death is natural, even for those who are prepared to sacrifice their lives for a just cause. However, we don't see such fear in the martyrs of Karbala. What was it that made Imam Husayn's companions embrace death heroically? What did they know that others didn't? In this clip, Sheikh Vinay Khetia shares how Imam Husayn comforted his companions in Karbala through a hadith of the...

Narrations mention that Imam Husayn knew all his life that he'd be martyred in the land of Karbala. Yet, when leaving Medina for Mecca, he recited the 'Verse of Fear'. Was the Imam fearful for his life? Or was it something else that troubled him? In this clip, Sheikh Abbas Panju explains the reason behind Imam Husayn's recital of the 'Verse of Fear'. Help us spread the mess...

There's a common misconception that Imam Hasan accepted Muawiya as the legitimate Caliph after the Peace Treaty, and Imam Husayn agreed to the same until Yazid took power. Was this really the case? Did Imam Husayn speak up against tyranny before Karbala? In this clip, Syed Mohammad Baqer Qazwini presents Imam Husayn's sermon addressing the companions of the Prophet at Mina in the year 59 A...

The Shias commemorate the tragedy of Imam Husay n like no other, and this makes some people question, 'Why only Imam Husayn?' Why don't the Shia do it for all the other Imams and Prophets? Is mourning Imam Husayn more significant than mourning any other tragedy in history? In this clip, Sayed Moustafa Qazwini addresses the questions raised by the Salafi school of thought regarding the...

We organise religious gatherings to mourn the tragedy of Karbala and to remember Imam Husayn, yet we sometimes forget the true essence of holding a Majlis. What should be our goal when organising a Majlis? How has Imam Sajjad set a standard for us in this regard? In this clip, Syed Ammar Nakshawani deduces the high reward and purpose of Majlis from the words of Imam Sajjad in Yazid's court. He...