The book “Arba‘īn in Shia Culture” explores the exclusive link between Arba‘īn and Imam Hussein, criticizing its extension to others. It highlights the spiritual significance of Arba‘īn as a key symbol of Shia identity and the number forty in Islamic tradition
This book explores the intellectual and political lives of the twelve Shi’a Imams, examining their unique contributions within their historical contexts. It sheds light on their leadership styles, strategies, and lasting impact on the Islamic world.
Jalāʾ al-ʿUyūn by ʿAllāma Majlisī is a Persian book that introduces the fourteen Infallibles in Shiʿa Islam. Written in the 11th century, it covers their biographies, virtues, miracles, and the importance of shedding tears for their sufferings. The book has been translated into multiple languages and is highly recommended, including an English translation.
Tārīkh-i Qurʾān by Muḥammad Hādī Maʿrifat is a comprehensive book on Qurʾānic studies. It covers the revelation, compilation, recitations, and addresses claims of distortion. With valuable insights and authoritative scholarship, this book is a valuable resource for understanding the history of the Qurʾān.
This is a volume on the backgrounds and various aspects and definitions of history and Islamic history. It has been written with a view to be used as a set university textbook in general courses of Islamic history.
This is a volume on correct pronunciation of major proper names (of people, places, events, and customs) in the Husayni literature.
“Sīriy-i Pīshvāyān” by Mahdī Pīshvāʾī is a comprehensive analysis of the lives of the 12 Imāms from the Shiʿa perspective. This insightful book explores their social, political, and cultural contributions to Islamic society. With detailed content and extensive research, it is highly recommended for anyone interested in Islamic history.
“Tarikh-i peyambar-i Islam” is a Persian classic by Ayatollah Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim Ayati, offering expert knowledge of pre-Islamic Arabia and the life of Prophet Muhammad. It covers lineage, monotheistic ḥanīfs, notable idols, migrations, and the Prophet’s emigration to Medina. The book explores battles, treaties, and diplomatic engagements. Despite some incompleteness, it’s an esteemed educational resource deserving wider recognition.
This book review discusses “Ghazweh-ye Uhud dar Partov-e Quran” (The Battle of Uhud in the Light of the Quran) by Allamah Ayatollah Muhammad-Reza Jafari. The book evaluates the Battle of Uhud based on Quranic accounts, challenging interpretations by certain Sunni historians. It covers the battle’s background, major events, aftermath, portrayal of hypocrites, and lessons derived from the Quranic narrative.
