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  • Full Conscious Attention Is Required To Be Who You Are by Elysha  By : Elysha
    You can be the heart while incarnated or driving around through this individuation - mindbody - that you find yourself driving around through. It requires the surrendering of who you are not moment by moment and the giving of your attention to the realizing that the one that is looking through your eyes right now is who you are.
  • Jubilee Celebrations In Ismaili History  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    A peep into the historical records tends to reveal the culture of holding the jubilee festival which was celebrated for the first time by Moses in obedience to the commands of religion before the inauguration of the Christian era. The Law of Moses prescribed a special year for the Jewish people: "You shall hallow the fiftieth year and proclaim the liberty throughout the land, to all its inhabitants; it shall be a jubilee for you when each of you shall return to his property and each of you shall return to his family. This fiftieth year is to be a jubilee year for you: you will not sow, you will not harvest the un-gathered corn, you will not gather the untrimmed vine. The jubilee is to be a holy thing to you, you will eat what comes from the fields." (The Book of Leviticus 25, 10-14) The trumpet with which this particular year was announced was a goat's horn called yobel in Hebrew, and the origin of the word jubilee. The celebration of this year also included the restitution of land to the original owners, the remission of debts, the liberation of slaves and the land was left fallow. In the New Testament, Jesus presents himself as the One who brings the old Jubilee to completion, because he has come to "preach the year of the Lord's favour".
  • Golden Jubilee Of Sultan Muhammad Shah Aga Khan  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    Bombay was the venue for the celebrations in India. Huge crowd in festive and solemn mood had gathered at Hasanabad to attend the unique occasion on January 19, 1936. When the Imam and Begum arrived at 10.35 a.m. to receive one of the most spectacular ovations from a crowd of over 40,000 Ismailis, every inch of space in the Hasanabad ground was taken up. The Imam took his seat on the gadi embroidered in gold with the coat of arms of his family. To his right sat his mother, Lady Aly Shah, and to his left sat the Begum. The Imam was dressed in a purple robe with a great turban, with all the decorations and insignia glittering on his breast.
  • Diamond Jubilee of Sultan Muhammad Shah Aga Khan  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    In a message to “Diamond Jubilee Souvenir Year Book,” the Imam said, “The Ismailia history has passed through several stages of development. My Diamond Jubilee marks such a stage in the present times. With it a phase of consolidation and cooperation has been achieved among my spiritual children in various countries, and now lies ahead a period of goodwill and expansion.
  • Silver Jubilee Of H.H. Prince Karim Aga Khan  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    The Imam appeared in a ceremonial high-walled black cap, a white tunic and a brown, embroidered robe. Sitting between Mata Salamat Umm Habibeh and his own wife, the Prime Minister Mohammad Ali recorded the whole ceremony with his 3-D camera, frequently shooting back at the photographers. After the recitation of the Holy Koran, the Imam rose and raised his hands in prayer before resuming his seat. The afternoon sun was blazing down and a servant of the Governor General’s household was holding a sunshade over the Imam.
  • Golden Jubilee Of H.H. Prince Karim Aga Khan  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    The 11th July, 2007 is going to mark historically an inauguration of the Golden Jubilee of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the 49th Hazar Imam. This is the glorious historical era when the Ismailis are scattered all over the world, not confined to East Africa and British India. The splendor, magnificence and the fidelity with which the Ismaili world celebrates the Golden Jubilee of their beloved 49th Hazar Imam is unparallel.
  • The Only Thing That You Are Suffering by Elysha  By : Elysha
    How could you possibly not be who you truly are and perpetuate the mischief and nonsense of who you think you are? quite easily, actually.
  • Nothing Stops You From Realizing Who You Are by Elysha  By : Elysha
    Nothing stops you from the realizing of who you are, this "you" of you that is flowing through your very eyes right now, except for desire and fear. You are afraid of being impersonal; you fear impersonal beingness; you are afraid of the idea that you are not the someone, the person that you believe yourself to be.
  • Religion & Politic You can't have one without the other!  By : Rev. David B. Smith
    Hear this, you who trample on the needy and bring the poor of the land to an end, saying, "When will the new moon be over, that we may sell grain? And the Sabbath, that we may offer wheat for sale, that we may make the ephah small and the shekel great and deal deceitfully with false balances, that we may buy the poor for silver and the needy for a pair of sandals and sell the chaff of the wheat?" The LORD has sworn by the pride of Jacob: "Surely I will never forget any of their deeds." (Amos 8:1
  • Was that Hosea I saw at Sexpo?  By : Rev. David B. Smith
    Was that Hosea I saw at Sexpo?!
    A sermon on the book of the prophet Hosea

    It’s very graphic - the book of Hosea - and full of passion. For what is at stake, Hosea believes, is not simply a nation that is breaking a few commandments, but rather an entire people who have forsaken the lover of their souls.
  • The Unconscious Mind and The Iceberg Metaphor  By : James Murray
    "The Unconscious Mind and The Iceberg Metaphor," a useful metaphor to understand is the iceberg and how it can be associated with the unconscious mind, and how the two parts of our mind, the conscious and unconscious mind and their relationship can better work together. When you see a floating iceberg in the ocean, the majority of the iceberg's massive size is below the surface of the water.
  • God on abortion  By : Matt Schwartz
    God's opinion with respect to abortion
  • Christian Rock, Beating To A Different Drum?  By : Sam Wilko
    A quick look at Christian rock music, how it has become so popular & the strangetruth about it's criticism.
  • How the audio Bible is used  By : Susan Slobac
    Now that the Bible is available in a digital format, the audio Bible can be used for sermons, in bible studies, and by individuals with disabilities.
  • Languages and audio bible translations  By : Susan Slobac
    The audio bible has revolutionized sharing God's Word. No longer do you need to be a proficient speaker to share the love of God with others.
  • Technology surrounding the audio Bible.  By : Susan Slobac
    The audio bible CD, audio bible mp3, and online download of audio clips of bible passages all make for communicating the Word of God a much more user-friendly option.
  • Varieties and types of the audio Bible.  By : Susan Slobac
    For those looking for a small and easily portable audio version of the Bible, the online audio Bible would work well. This version of the Bible can be downloaded onto your mp3 player, a tiny audio playback device that is about the size of a pack of chewing gum.
  • What versions of the Bible are available  By : Susan Slobac
    Audio bibles come in over 250 different languages, so even if English is not your first language, you can enjoy hearing God's Word in your preferred language selection. There are also different versions of the audio bible available, so that you can select your favorite.
  • How outreach efforts make use of audio Bible study programs  By : Susan Slobac
    The Bible on audio CD allows missionaries and local pastors to share the treasures of the Bible to

    all who would like to hear about them. The audio Bible on CD is also being used worldwide as an

    aid to literacy.
  • Podcasting technology and the audio Bible  By : Susan Slobac
    Podcasting technology brings the Bible to you via the Internet so that it can be downloaded onto your home personal computer or onto your mp3 player.
  • Death and Life and the Bible  By : Robin C Calamaio
    Evolution and the Bible are at opposite poles on the subject of death. They are also at odds on the subject of life - its origin, purpose and destination. Did you know the Bible teaches that three deaths are possible for man? And you have already experienced one! The Bible also distinguishes between being alive - and having life! This is a must read for any human - and you qualify!
  • Making vital connections with a Children's audio Bible  By : Susan Slobac
    Very young children are not at a stage in their development where they are able to read, and can thus benefit from being introduced to the Bible through listening to the children's Bible in an audio format.
  • Audio Bible Support Materials for Pastors  By : Susan Slobac
    If you are a pastor trying to get your congregation to read, then what are you to do? There is one bright light that makes sharing the Word of God with members of your congregation much easier, and that is the audio Bible.
  • Children's Versions of the Audio Bible.  By : Susan Slobac
    Great children's versions of the Bible come in easy to understand language that reflect the Bible stories accurately, but in a way that children can understand.
  • Podcasting the Audio Bible Over the Internet  By : Susan Slobac
    A new aural technology that is sweeping the Internet are podcasts, where audio files are created and then made available online, so that individuals can download audio Bible files to their personal home computer or mp3 player.
  • Evil Tradition or just Clean Fun?  By : Matt Hunter
    As we are reminded once again of the Halloween season, the debate about Halloween festivities starts brewing. Is Halloween an evil tradition based on satanism and witchcraft or is it just a time to have some good clean fun with family and friends? The debate continues.
  • Travel Guide to Heaven: a book review by Michael Guth  By : mikeguth
    “And don’t forget the children. God knew very well when he created the first tyrannosaurus and brontosaurus that little boys and girls would be thrilled by the very thought of them billions of years later. In fact, God might have made the dinosaurs and allowed them to roam the earth for millions of years for that reason alone.” In order to enter the kingdom of God, we must accept it with the eager anticipation of a child.
  • Science and the Genesis Creation Account  By : Windmill Ministries
    The first chapter of Genesis starts with the hotly debated creation account. Can this story be reconciled with science or it this a mere myth? Reading and analyzing this ancient text unveils some remarkable observations that only recently have been discovered and confirmed by science.
  • Discovering The NIV Bible  By : Susan Slobac
    What sets the NIV Bible apart from other versions is that it is known as a Protestant translation that closely follows traditional conservative Evangelical theology.
  • The Spanish Audio Bible  By : Susan Slobac
    Church and state are kept quite separate in Mexico. The state does not offer funding to churches, and churches do not play a part in public education in this country.
  • Ancient Astronauts from a Religious Perspective  By : Robert Thomson
    Scientists, along with most other humans, may have a mental block against recognizing ancient astronauts for the reason that the existence of extraterrestrial life runs contrary to their religious beliefs.
  • Discovering The King James Bible  By : Susan Slobac
    The King James version of the Bible that we have come to know and love has a fascinating history.
  • Liposuction And Plastic Surgery On The Rise For Men  By : Bruce A. Tucker
    This article reports on the popularity of cosmetic surgery among men. In 2006, men received a record 1.1 million cosmetic procedures, ranging from benign Botox injections to all forms of liposuction. Tips for men who are considering cosmetic surgery are given.
  • The Conscious Incarnation Of The Divine One by Elysha  By : Elysha
    When the message of clarity first dawns there are very few takers - that is just how it is. The message is still required though as it can inspire you on to the greater journey that is waiting for you - once you begin to get on with the leaving alone of an activity that has you trying to be something that is notyou.
  • the mystique art of numerology  By : Thomas Lindblom
    Are you curious to know about your future or you want to get out of the difficulties encountering now, or just want to improve your present situation? Then, numerology would be the answer for all of your spiritual needs.
  • Bible Study for Teens  By : Susan Slobac
    If you have children, then you know you want to get them started off right with good habits that will help them mature into wise adults.
  • The Spanish Audio Bible in Central America  By : Susan Slobac
    For those interested in missionary work within Central America, it is important to understand the major religious denominations.
  • Feng Shui your Web Site  By : Robert Thomson
    So can the power of Feng Shui practices be used in Web Sites I hear you ask. It can be applied to your environment, health and love life so surely the same principles can be applied to your web site making it more appealing to it’s users.
  • Children's Bible Stories  By : Susan Slobac
    Children’s Bible stories can be an indispensable tool for teaching young children important lessons they should apply to their daily lives.
  • Submit Yourself To Your Self  By : Elysha
    It takes some getting used to, to begin with. If you were to submit yourself to such an ordeal for a month or two within an ashram setting that was geared up for this, you would find it very difficult initially. But only initially.
  • The MP3 Bible - How Technology Affects Religion  By : Susan Slobac
    The MP3 Bible has changed the way the Bible is used. Easy to transport and use, the Bible MP3 now has a place at conferences, retreats, catechism classes, evangelism and outreach programs, and listening groups.
  • The Romance in Chinese Horoscopes  By : Thomas Lindblom
    Interesting article about horoscopes and love compatibility. Can planets really influence our feelings?
  • NIV Audio Bible  By : Susan Slobac
    In 995 AD, the first Anglo-Saxon translation was produced of the New Testament, but it took until 1455 AD before the whole book was mass-produced on a printing press, and another 80 years before the first complete Bible was printed in English.
  • Spanish Audio Bible  By : Susan Slobac
    Until the 15th Century, hardly anyone had a copy of the Bible and the scriptures were only read in Latin when parishioners attended church.
  • Why Does God Allow Suffering in the World?  By : Robert Thomson
    Evil, pain and suffering are never far from us. Why does God allow it? Can a loving God allow suffering? Why does God allow suffering? How do we reconcile a caring god, a god of power, with a god who allows evil to happen?
  • Are you Fighting the Devil or Fighting For Satan?  By : Matt Shuebrook
    Do you wake up every fighting for the Devil or against him?

    Are you on the team of God or of Satan?

    C'mon and Praise the Lord
  • If We Serve a Super-Natural God...  By : Matt Shuebrook
    Are Christians ALLOWED TO LOSE WEIGHT?
  • Sibak Al-Khayl (Horse Racing) In Islam  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    Horse Racing (sibak al-khayl or ijra al-khayl) had been a major sport and a favorite pastime in pre-Islamic Arabia. It was a part of equitation (furusiyya), regarded as essential for military training and also as an object of entertainment for the people from all walks of life. During the Islamic period the breeding, maintenance and training of horses became one of the means of facilitating the prosecution of the holy war. The Prophet regarded horse-breeding as a meritorious calling, and assigned to it a share in the booty obtained on the battle field. This religious sanction fostered a competitive attitude amongst the breeders and encouraged the augmentation of the stock, which suffered considerable depletion in the course of the wars of that time. Cavalry was in fact to become an important factor in the military success of the Muslims.
  • My Path As A Spiritual Healer: Dreams, Magic & Miracles  By : Ivan Cuxeva
    My focus in this lifetime has been on spiritual healing. This certainly was not my idea or plan. It does seem that from an early age Spirit was preparing me to be a spiritual coach and spiritual healer.
  • Numerical knowledge of numerology  By : Thomas Lindblom
    The science of numerology began thousands of years ago by Greek philosophers. Its concept is that all things in the universe can be linked to numbers.
  • Legend Of Paradise In Alamut  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    The most famous writers in Europe who produced a colourful tale of the Islamic garden of paradise were Pedro de Alfonso, San Pedro, Marino Sanudo, Varagine, Higden, Simon Simeon, Ricoldo da Monte Croce, William of Tripoli, John Mandeville, Jacques de Vitry, Alan of Lille, Sigebert, Guido, etc. In time, the European conceptions of the Islamic paradise, based on the Koranic description in a literal sense, were incorporated into the alleged paradise of Alamut, culminating in Marco Polo’s detailed account to this effect. Norman Daniel further writes, "It must be said that it was usual for Christians to allow themselves a rather purple rendering of the gardens and precious metals of paradise, though usually not of the virgins so beloved of later romanticism." (Ibid.)
  • Knowing your numerology and star signs  By : Thomas Lindblom
    Numerology is a highly popular topic. Actually, anything that deals with stars signs and birth charts is very popular, although many people have no idea how to read these signs or even what numerology means.
  • The Bat Mitzvah Ceremony: Planning Doesn't Need to be a Nightmare  By : Jenny Curran
    Planning a Bat Mitzvah ceremony and reception is easy when you follow simple guidelines.
  • Lawful & Unlawful Food  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    While the people were brought up in an environment deeply influenced by centuries’ old custom, religious superstitions and prejudices, it was not easy to break down the barriers, because their minds agitated by doubts, which could be, as they wanted, removed by further instructions. That is the reason that the Koran repeatedly made statement dealing with the various kinds of foods lawful or unlawful to Muslims. Thus, the second time a statement akin to the first one (6:145) was revealed: “So eat of what God has provided you, lawful and good; and be you thankful for the blessing of God, if it be Him that you serve. These things only He has forbidden you carrion, blood, and the flesh of swine, what has been hallowed to other than God. Yet whoso is constrained, not desiring nor transgressing, the God is Forgiving, Merciful. And do not say, as to what your tongue falsely describe, “this is lawful and this is forbidden,” so that you may forge against God falsehood, surely those who forge against God falsehood shall not prosper” (16:114-118).
  • Ghadir-I Khum - Its Location  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    The nass wa-ta’yin was made after the farewell pilgrimage of the Prophet. On Monday, the 20th Zilkada, 10, the Prophet received a revelation before his farewell pilgrimage:- "And you proclaim to the people for pilgrimage. They will come to you on foot and lean camel, coming from every remote place." (22:27)
  • Unique Christian Gifts on a Budget  By : Ivan Cuxeva
    The purpose of a Christian gift is to remind people of their faith and provide inspiration on a daily basis, get some great gift ideas which do just that even if your budget is tight.
  • Purpose of Acquiring Knowledge in Islam  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    In today’s world acquiring knowledge is of great importance and if an individual wishes to progress in this world he must struggle to acquire knowledge as much as possible.

    Importance of acquiring knowledge is also being emphasized by Islam because Islam is the religion of knowledge. The first ayah of the Qur’an to be revealed is the key to knowledge. Allah (SWT) says:
  • Bible Podcasts are Becoming Widely Popular  By : Susan Slobac
    Inspiring Bible podcasts and free audio Bible downloads are quickly becoming one of the most popular and easy ways to incorporate the Bible into your every day life.
  • The Online Bible Offers Many Benefits  By : Susan Slobac
    Our time is so wrapped up with work, commuting, school and sports activities that there often is not a lot of extra time left over for reading. Commitment to Bible study does not have to suffer, however, because it can be done using the online Bible.
  • If You Only Knew the Power that’s At Work Inside of You!  By : Ann Stewart
    The power resides inside you, whether you realize it or not.
  • Psychic Training - Anyone can be a Psychic Reader  By : Robert Watson
    To reach the psychic level you desire, you will need to practice, but you also need a certain amount of training and preparation. Everyone has psychic skills, but it takes the right person to figure out how to use them.
  • Developing Your Psychic Abilities: Becoming a Medium  By : Robert Watson
    Do you have the proper amount of respect and love for others? It will take this and more to become a good medium. You will need to be sensitive to the spirits and recognize when they are near and want to communicate.
  • Sleep Well With a Feng Shui Bedroom  By : Robert Thomson
    This article will show you how you can rest easier with a feng shui bedroom.
  • Ramadan in Dubai  By : Susan Henderson
    Ramadan in Dubai is a unique and different experience due to the fact that people from different parts of the world live and bring their own cultural heritage to this cosmopolitan city. Find out the meaning of Ramadan and its specifics in Dubai.
  • How to Learn to Be A Psychic Medium  By : Robert Watson
    I am sure that many individuals have had an experience with a nagging idea that you ought to phone a relative or friend, cancel an airplane ride, or simply not leave the home today. {{{This experience is {{{one|an}} example of your psychic power coming out in your daily life|}}}.
  • Robert Blair Kaiser's novel CARDINAL MAHONY  By : mikeguth
    The Vatican recognizes twenty-one autochthonous churches inside the Catholic Church. These churches include the Melkites in Lebanon, the Maronites, and an Eastern European branch that has maintained married Catholic priests from its first existence.
  • Easter - Traditions, Poems and Easter Greetings  By : Ivan Cuxeva
    Learn more about Easter, the reason for celebration and the many ways it is symbolicaly represented among Christians. Get more information about Easter traditions and greetings.
  • Children and God  By : Francis Hirak
    What is the key priority when it comes to children and God, and why are they so important and precious to Him? What is the very best road to raising Godly children.
  • How to find the perfect psychic reading  By : Robert Thomson
    How to find the perfect psychic reading on the internet today, One perspective.
  • Is it Possible to Find A Free Psychic Reading?  By : Robert Watson
    A few other web pages allow the initial five minutes of a reading for no charge. Most people find that it is very difficult to leave the call after a few minutes as much of this initial time is taken finding out your date of birth.
  • Horoscopes, Tarot Readings and Psychic Online Chat?  By : Ivan Cuxeva
    Learn more about the world of Tarot readings, psychics and horoscopes. Lear how technology has made things quite convenient for people who want to know more about their future and fortune.
  • The Interesting World of Tarot Cards and Fortune  By : Ivan Cuxeva
    Learn more about the history and origins of Tarot cards. Get more information about their classification and how they are used today to get answers to unknown answers.
  • The Meaning of Aga Khan  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    As is universally acknowledged, the conferment of a title is a mark of distinction recognizing performance, achievement, eminence and excellence. A title, be it civil or military, temporal or ecclesiastical, denotes a designation of class, stature and dignity. By the same token, all titles do have basic meanings and background in their conferment.

    We, the Ismailis associate ourselves deeply with the name or rather the title "Aga Khan" and we are so much used to being addressed by our beloved Imam as ‘Yours affectionately’ - ‘Aapke Pyare’ - ‘Shafqat ke Saath’ - ‘Tamaro Mamtarru’ Aga Khan that we seldom pause to think of how the title of ‘Aga Khan’ to our last four Imams came to be, or what it really means.
  • The Meaning of Aga Khan  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    As is universally acknowledged, the conferment of a title is a mark of distinction recognizing performance, achievement, eminence and excellence. A title, be it civil or military, temporal or ecclesiastical, denotes a designation of class, stature and dignity. By the same token, all titles do have basic meanings and background in their conferment.

    We, the Ismailis associate ourselves deeply with the name or rather the title "Aga Khan" and we are so much used to being addressed by our beloved Imam as ‘Yours affectionately’ - ‘Aapke Pyare’ - ‘Shafqat ke Saath’ - ‘Tamaro Mamtarru’ Aga Khan that we seldom pause to think of how the title of ‘Aga Khan’ to our last four Imams came to be, or what it really means.
  • How Christians Celebrate Easter  By : Aaron Michaels
    How should Christians respond to secular Easter symbols, such as the Easter bunny, Easter egg hunts, and Easter baskets? If your individual conscience permits, here is a possible solution.
  • Psychic Chat Online - Features and Benefits  By : Ivan Cuxeva
    Have you ever felt like your life is going in random directions, you feel lost and without a clear path to stick to? If so you are not alone, millions of people feel this way, specially because the society we interact with can sometimes be very unforgiving, cold and move according to it's own interests.
  • Alkab  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    "The term lakab (pl. alkab) was also termed nabaz (pl. anbaz), and by form labaz, and later on it became lakab. The ancient Arabs excelled in inventing nasty alkab for their enemies, but the Koran (49:11) forbade them not to use pejorative sobriquets: "Do not scoff at each other or give each other derisory nicknames" (wala talmizu anfusakum wala tanabazu bi 'l-alkab).
  • Alkab  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    "The term lakab (pl. alkab) was also termed nabaz (pl. anbaz), and by form labaz, and later on it became lakab. The ancient Arabs excelled in inventing nasty alkab for their enemies, but the Koran (49:11) forbade them not to use pejorative sobriquets: "Do not scoff at each other or give each other derisory nicknames" (wala talmizu anfusakum wala tanabazu bi 'l-alkab).
  • Arab  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    The word arab or arabah is probably derived from a Semitic root related to nomadism. In the Arabic language, the word arab (derived from i'rab), means those who speak clearly as contrast with ajam (those who speak indistinctly). In Koran, the word arab has never used for the country of Arabia, but characterized the residence of Ismael, the son of Abraham as an "uncultivated land." In the time of Ismael his place of residence had no name, therefore, it was given the name of an "uncultivated land." In the Old Testament, the word midbar is used for Ismael's home, meaning a desert or a barren land, which closely corresponds to the Koranic description.
  • A Few Facts On Tarot Psychic Reading  By : Robert Watson
    Tarot cards have been used for centuries to foretell how a persons life will turn out or how a certain event will come to pass in the future. Now more than ever, the tarot is being used as a divination tool for psychic readings.
  • Ayat Al-Ghadir  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    "The succession to the Prophet is the key question in Shi'ite Islam, and a principal factor separating them from the Sunni majority. It is seen that the Prophet had nominated Ali bin Abu Talib as his successor by rule of nass (investiture) and nass wa-ta'yin (explicit investiture). During the period of the Prophethood, the designation was made by nass from time to time, whose main term was wali (helper, lover, guardian or attorney), as it is said in Arabic: wali amru'l raiyya (the guardian of the subject), or wali ahad (one who succeeds to the office). Different terms were also used on different occasions for the succession of Ali bin Abu Talib in the Koran, such as Noor, Imam-i Moobin, Rasikhul fi'l Ilm, Ulul Amr, Ilmul Kitab etc. While the most frequent words used in hadiths, denoting Ali's succession were Hujjatullah (God's proof), Sayedu'l Muslimin (leader of the Muslims), Shabih Harun (like Aaron), Sahibu'l lawa (the master of the standard), Sahibu'l hanz (master of Kawthar pool), Babu'l Ilm (gate of the knowledge) etc.
  • Ayat Al-Dhurriya  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    According to the Koran: "God chose Adam and Noah and the family of Abraham and the family of Imran above all (His) creatures. Offspring, one from the other"(3:33-34). The word dhurriya means direct descendants, family or lineage. It occurs 32 times in the Koran in the context of the prophets, indicating that their mission was assigned to their direct descendants to carry on.
  • Ayat Al-Mawaddat Al-Qurba  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    According to the Koran: "God chose Adam and Noah and the family of Abraham and the family of Imran above all (His) creatures. Offspring, one from the other"(3:33-34). The word dhurriya means direct descendants, family or lineage. It occurs 32 times in the Koran in the context of the prophets, indicating that their mission was assigned to their direct descendants to carry on.
  • Baiyat  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    The word baiyat, occurring 14 times in the Koran is derived from ba'ya meaning sale and purchase, bargain or transaction. In Arabic the word yabi'u means to sell, ba'a means he sold, al-bai'u means sale and al-baya means sale and purchase. In Islamic terminology, the term baya refers to an agreement or undertaking between the master and his followers. Other synonymous expressions appearing in the Koran are al-ahd (13:19-20) and al-mithaq (33:7, 5:14). Thus, baya or baiyat means an agreement or spiritual undertaking between the Lord and his followers. When one swears an oath of allegiance (baiyat), he gets guarantee from his Lord.
  • Psychic Reading: A Bit About Clairvoyant Lisa Williams  By : Robert Watson
    Lisa Williams is fast becoming one of the best known psychics in the US. Since her debut on Lifetime TV in 2006, this talented psychic from the UK has become a favorite with Americans.
  • Psychic Readings And The Psychic Tea Shoppe  By : Robert Watson
    All about the psychic tea shoppe and their psychic reading program.
  • Dawr-I Satr  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    "The word satr (pl. satur) is derived from astar, meaning hide, cover or shield. As it is said, masatra (he concealed enmity), or tastir (to hold within a curtain). According to Arabic-English Lexicon (New York, 1872, 4:1304) by Edward William Lane, the word satr means to veil, conceal or hide a thing. The Ismailis had employed the term dawr-i satr (period of concealment) with regards to those periods in their history when the Imams were hidden from the eyes of their followers when the animosity of their enemies reached to its extreme. On that critical moment, the hujjats represented the Imams in the community. The hujjat was a living proof, acting as the custodian until the time of the Imam's reappearance. In contrast, the period following the concealment is known as dawr-i kashf (unveiling period) or the dawr-i zuhur (period of manifestation), when the Imams publicly made their appearance.
  • Dawr-I Satr  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    "The word satr (pl. satur) is derived from astar, meaning hide, cover or shield. As it is said, masatra (he concealed enmity), or tastir (to hold within a curtain). According to Arabic-English Lexicon (New York, 1872, 4:1304) by Edward William Lane, the word satr means to veil, conceal or hide a thing. The Ismailis had employed the term dawr-i satr (period of concealment) with regards to those periods in their history when the Imams were hidden from the eyes of their followers when the animosity of their enemies reached to its extreme. On that critical moment, the hujjats represented the Imams in the community. The hujjat was a living proof, acting as the custodian until the time of the Imam's reappearance. In contrast, the period following the concealment is known as dawr-i kashf (unveiling period) or the dawr-i zuhur (period of manifestation), when the Imams publicly made their appearance.
  • Druzes  By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
    "In 407/1016, an Iranian da'i, named Muhammad bin Ismail Nashtakin ad-Darazi came in Egypt, who professed the transmigration of souls. He also preached the divinity of Imam al-Hakim. He came from Bukhara to Cairo in 408/1017. Finding no response, he moved to Wadi al-Taymun, at the foot of Mount Hermon in Lebanon and Jabal as-Summaq in Syria. He was first in the public eyes being the founder of the Druze sect. In 410/1019, the Turks soldiers of the Fatimids gathered and moved towards the houses of ad-Darazi and his followers and surrounded them. Ad-Darazi and those with him fortified themselves in a house, fighting the besiegers from the roof and the wall. The besiegers ravaged the house and killed about forty people with az-Darazi. About the same time, another Iranian from Farghana, named Hasan al-Akhram also appeared as using his influence to propagate the deity of Imam al-Hakim, and found a Druze sect about in 409/1018. He was also killed in his house just eight days following his declaration.
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