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:::writing **The Multiplicity (Tawātur) of Narrations Concerning the Revelation of the Verse of Wilāyah** **Question:** Are the narrations about the occasion of revelation of the **Verse of Wilāyah** regarding **‘Alī ibn Abī Ṭālib (peace be upon him)** — in Shi‘i sources — considered **mutawātir (mass‑transmitted)**? **Answer:** Peace be upon you, …

:::writing **The Three Purifications – Professor Salem Al‑Sabbagh** A questioner once asked me: If a person performs ablution (wudu) for prayer and then deliberately commits a sin such as lying, backbiting, or gossiping, does his ablution become invalid and therefore his prayer invalid as well? **The brief answer:** Sins do …

The Humility and Modesty of the Messenger of God (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) — Shaykh Muhammad Baqir al‑Majlisi (from Bihar al‑Anwar, vol. 16) Regarding his humility and modesty: Anas ibn Malik said: The Messenger of God (peace be upon him) used to visit the sick, …

### A Question and Its Answer Someone asked me: “If a person performs *wudu* (ablution) for prayer and then intentionally commits a sin, such as lying, backbiting, or slander, is his *wudu* nullified, and consequently, is his prayer invalid?” **The brief answer:** Sins do not nullify *wudu* or physical purity, …

**Translation:** **Are the narrations about the occasion of revelation of the Verse of Wilayah concerning ʿAli ibn Abi Ṭalib (peace be upon him) — in Shiʿi sources — mutawātir (mass-transmitted)?** **Answer:** Peace be upon you, and the mercy of Allah and His blessings. There are many chains and numerous narrations …

Al-Talqani narrated from Muhammad ibn Hamdan al-Saydilani, from Muhammad ibn Muslim al-Wasiti, from Muhammad ibn Harun, from Khalid al-Hadhdha’, from Abu Qilabah, from Abdullah ibn Zayd al-Jarmi, from Ibn Abbas, who said: When the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him and his family) became ill, while his …

### Question 03 Peace be upon you, and the mercy of Allah and His blessings. Honorable scholars, please kindly answer my question: Among the Qur’anic proofs indicating the **infallibility (*ʿismah*) of the Imam** is the verse concerning the trial of Abraham (peace be upon him), where Allah says: > “And …

### The Counsel of the Prophet (peace be upon him and his family) Shortly Before His Departure During the period of his illness and pain, the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him and his family) gave great attention to offering guidance and reminders concerning that which would lead people …

*** ### The Quran’s Treatment of the Issue of *Mubahalah* The Almighty says: *“Then whoever argues with you about it after [this] knowledge has come to you – say, ‘Come, let us call our sons and your sons, our women and your women, and ourselves and yourselves, then let us …

### The Ineligibility of Wrongdoers for the Imamate **Question:** Peace be upon you, and the mercy of Allah and His blessings. How can it be proven that anyone who has committed an act of *Zulm* (wrongdoing/injustice), even for a single moment in their life, does not attain the station of …