Imamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321Authenticating the Hadith of ''Safineh'' by Multiple Documentations Adopted from General SourcesAuthenticating the Hadith of ''Safineh'' by Multiple Documentations Adopted from General Sources94259687FANavid ArjmandTehran Sharif University of TechnologyJournal Article20180318Being a clear indication of the Imamate of Ahl al-Bayt (The prophet's household), the hadith of Safineh Noah is one of the hadiths uttered by the holy Prophet of Islam. It has been narrated <br /> via diverse documents within the Shiite and Sunnite books. Employing the research methods of documentation as well as the science of hadith transmitters( in general, and those of the Sunnites' in particular), the present study aims to investigate the hadiths of five prophet's companions, namely, Abdullah Ibn-Zobair, Ibn-e-Abbas, Ali Ibn-Aboutaleb, Abi Saeed Al-Khedri and Abouzar Qaffari. The findings vividly demonstrate that some of the documents are sound (Sahih), while some are fair (Hasan) and prone to argumentation. Even if we presume that all the hadiths related to the hadith of Safineh are weak (Zaeef), since these weak ones reinforce each other, they contribute to authenticate the hadith of Safineh. The reason is that, neither of the transmitters of the documents of this hadith is accused of lying. Rather, they have been undermined by some of the hadith transmission scholars for their poor memory, ignorance or apocryphal quotation.Being a clear indication of the Imamate of Ahl al-Bayt (The prophet's household), the hadith of Safineh Noah is one of the hadiths uttered by the holy Prophet of Islam. It has been narrated <br /> via diverse documents within the Shiite and Sunnite books. Employing the research methods of documentation as well as the science of hadith transmitters( in general, and those of the Sunnites' in particular), the present study aims to investigate the hadiths of five prophet's companions, namely, Abdullah Ibn-Zobair, Ibn-e-Abbas, Ali Ibn-Aboutaleb, Abi Saeed Al-Khedri and Abouzar Qaffari. The findings vividly demonstrate that some of the documents are sound (Sahih), while some are fair (Hasan) and prone to argumentation. Even if we presume that all the hadiths related to the hadith of Safineh are weak (Zaeef), since these weak ones reinforce each other, they contribute to authenticate the hadith of Safineh. The reason is that, neither of the transmitters of the documents of this hadith is accused of lying. Rather, they have been undermined by some of the hadith transmission scholars for their poor memory, ignorance or apocryphal quotation.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_59687_448cbd3d05e8359670471bced335f138.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321Imami Scholars' Approach on the Traditions of the Initial CreatureImami Scholars' Approach on the Traditions of the Initial Creature437460108FAMuhammad KhademiAlh al Baiyt (PBUT) Imamate Specialized CenterJournal Article20180330Knowledge of the origin of creation and that of the almighty God's initial creature is from among the key issues dealt with within the divine teachings which are part of the scientific heritage of the holy Imams (PBUT). Some written accounts within the Imamyeh traditional texts have introduced miscellaneous creatures as the initial one. The one which has mostly been mentioned is the light of Ahl Al-Bayt. Wisdom, the Muhammadan Reality (Haqiat Al-Muhammadiyya), the moon and the light of the prophet and Ahl Al-Bayt are also the entities considered as the initial creature by Imamyyah scholars; although, a number of those scholars have regarded that very light of Ahl Al-Bayt as the truth of all those creatures. The present study seeks to examine the Imami thinkers' approach about these series of traditions.Knowledge of the origin of creation and that of the almighty God's initial creature is from among the key issues dealt with within the divine teachings which are part of the scientific heritage of the holy Imams (PBUT). Some written accounts within the Imamyeh traditional texts have introduced miscellaneous creatures as the initial one. The one which has mostly been mentioned is the light of Ahl Al-Bayt. Wisdom, the Muhammadan Reality (Haqiat Al-Muhammadiyya), the moon and the light of the prophet and Ahl Al-Bayt are also the entities considered as the initial creature by Imamyyah scholars; although, a number of those scholars have regarded that very light of Ahl Al-Bayt as the truth of all those creatures. The present study seeks to examine the Imami thinkers' approach about these series of traditions.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_60108_45b15b848062ee63c00964416b815559.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321The Role of Well-known Hadiths in the Formation of Shiite Belief in the Unbroken Succession of ImamateThe Role of Well-known Hadiths in the Formation of Shiite Belief in the Unbroken Succession of Imamate7511260109FAMahdieh RajaeeFerdowsi University of Mashhad.Mahdi QandiTehran UniversityMuhammad QandehariTehran UniversityJournal Article20180330Within the Muslims' heritage of hadith, some of the well-known Islamic traditions indicate that, in any given era, there is undoubtedly one righteous individual who undertakes the knowledge of religion and preserves it. That person is from among the Ahl Al-Bayt(household of the prophet); guides the prophet's followers; is the live Imam of the era and therefore the people are obliged to know him and swear allegiance to, and establishes God's authority among people, whether he is known or anonymous. On the other hand, some accounts by the researchers of denominations indicate that Shiites, from the very beginning, held that the world would never be devoid of an authority and Imam who is the successor of the former one; hence, the succession of Imamate would continuously last. This belief had become a point of departure between Imami Shiism and the other Islamic denominations to the extent that they called this belief '' Nasaq'', and Imami Shiites ''Ahl-e-Nasaq''. <br /> Investigating the history of Imami Shiite thought, the present study tries to demonstrate the role of the aforementioned hadiths in the formation of this belief as well as their loyalty to those traditions.Within the Muslims' heritage of hadith, some of the well-known Islamic traditions indicate that, in any given era, there is undoubtedly one righteous individual who undertakes the knowledge of religion and preserves it. That person is from among the Ahl Al-Bayt(household of the prophet); guides the prophet's followers; is the live Imam of the era and therefore the people are obliged to know him and swear allegiance to, and establishes God's authority among people, whether he is known or anonymous. On the other hand, some accounts by the researchers of denominations indicate that Shiites, from the very beginning, held that the world would never be devoid of an authority and Imam who is the successor of the former one; hence, the succession of Imamate would continuously last. This belief had become a point of departure between Imami Shiism and the other Islamic denominations to the extent that they called this belief '' Nasaq'', and Imami Shiites ''Ahl-e-Nasaq''. <br /> Investigating the history of Imami Shiite thought, the present study tries to demonstrate the role of the aforementioned hadiths in the formation of this belief as well as their loyalty to those traditions.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_60109_f966706ceaf33544ca12c47cdada89e2.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321The Causes of and Grounds for Refusing Imam Ali (PBUH)'s Guardianship in Fatima Al-Zahra (PBUH)'s WordsThe Causes of and Grounds for Refusing Imam Ali (PBUH)'s Guardianship in Fatima Al-Zahra (PBUH)'s Words11315760110FAMuhammad DezfuliTehran UniversityEnsieh Najafi FaridJournal Article20180330Whenever there is any inclination, or lack of it, towards an intellectual or cultural movement, there are reasons and grounds, such as psychological, social, rational and practical ones, which determine one's <br /> direction towards a given course. After the coup of Saqifeh had occurred and the stance of each of the groups opposing to the leadership of the master of believers, Imam Ali (PBUH), had been determined, Her Presence, the righteous and honest lady, Hadhrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH), started to illustrate and explain the reasons and grounds behind the lack of faith in and submission to Imam Ali (PBUH)'s guardianship. Examining the sermons, dialogues and traditions by Her Presence Fatima (PBUH) in this regard, this study seeks to phenomenologically analyze that event of people's lack of inclination towards Imam Ali (PBUH)'s Guardianship. These parameters are classified into two major categories, namely, external factors (historical-social) and internal ones (psychological-doctrinal-practical); then, they are discussed under five titles. The external factors leading to the refusal of the guardianship, or <br /> the violation of Qadir pledge, or the denial of Imam Ali's Imamate are in fact the external events which, historically and socially, are considered as important and deliberative. On the other hand, the internal reasons which turned out to have been the birthplace of behavioral functions and outputs are from among the points reiterated in Her Presence Zahra (PBUH)'s words, and investigated here.Whenever there is any inclination, or lack of it, towards an intellectual or cultural movement, there are reasons and grounds, such as psychological, social, rational and practical ones, which determine one's <br /> direction towards a given course. After the coup of Saqifeh had occurred and the stance of each of the groups opposing to the leadership of the master of believers, Imam Ali (PBUH), had been determined, Her Presence, the righteous and honest lady, Hadhrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH), started to illustrate and explain the reasons and grounds behind the lack of faith in and submission to Imam Ali (PBUH)'s guardianship. Examining the sermons, dialogues and traditions by Her Presence Fatima (PBUH) in this regard, this study seeks to phenomenologically analyze that event of people's lack of inclination towards Imam Ali (PBUH)'s Guardianship. These parameters are classified into two major categories, namely, external factors (historical-social) and internal ones (psychological-doctrinal-practical); then, they are discussed under five titles. The external factors leading to the refusal of the guardianship, or <br /> the violation of Qadir pledge, or the denial of Imam Ali's Imamate are in fact the external events which, historically and socially, are considered as important and deliberative. On the other hand, the internal reasons which turned out to have been the birthplace of behavioral functions and outputs are from among the points reiterated in Her Presence Zahra (PBUH)'s words, and investigated here.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_60110_3956aa656e9c121ff14037feab1343cd.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321The Wisdom of the Shiite Art in Imamate Issues; The Dynamism of Signs and Symbols of Mourning Ceremonies and Visiting the Holy ShrinesThe Wisdom of the Shiite Art in Imamate Issues; The Dynamism of Signs and Symbols of Mourning Ceremonies and Visiting the Holy Shrines15918660111FAMeysam Tavakolli BinaFaculty member of the Iran›s Institute for Research in PhilosophyJournal Article20180330Ritual art might offer a different perspective to study a given creed. Imamyyeh or Shiism could be studied through the lenses of its cultural and artistic assets and competencies. The culture of Shiism <br /> is interwoven with its numerous signs and symbols within the miscellaneous cultural grounds. Holy Shrines, Hosseiniehs (mosques or other places specialized for holding ritual mourning ceremonies) <br /> and ceremonies of mourning and feasts are all the birthplaces of many customs and rites which, in turn, have brought about both the growth of art and the symbol of Shiism. Due to resting upon the <br /> concept of Imamate, Shiism has gained its identity and distinction from other denominations, and it has mourning ceremonies and visiting the holy shrines as basic points of departure in its culture. <br /> Moreover, within Shiism itself, one can find wisdom along with the mechanism governing the dynamism and artistic-symbolistic variety. One can also infer a huge proportion of Shiite art's wisdom <br /> from the very Shiism rite. In addition to these research components, there is another standard which can contribute to this dynamism. The present study is designed to analyze the Shiite's wisdom of art <br /> and symbolism. And to this end, research tools as well as theological methods are employed.Ritual art might offer a different perspective to study a given creed. Imamyyeh or Shiism could be studied through the lenses of its cultural and artistic assets and competencies. The culture of Shiism <br /> is interwoven with its numerous signs and symbols within the miscellaneous cultural grounds. Holy Shrines, Hosseiniehs (mosques or other places specialized for holding ritual mourning ceremonies) <br /> and ceremonies of mourning and feasts are all the birthplaces of many customs and rites which, in turn, have brought about both the growth of art and the symbol of Shiism. Due to resting upon the <br /> concept of Imamate, Shiism has gained its identity and distinction from other denominations, and it has mourning ceremonies and visiting the holy shrines as basic points of departure in its culture. <br /> Moreover, within Shiism itself, one can find wisdom along with the mechanism governing the dynamism and artistic-symbolistic variety. One can also infer a huge proportion of Shiite art's wisdom <br /> from the very Shiism rite. In addition to these research components, there is another standard which can contribute to this dynamism. The present study is designed to analyze the Shiite's wisdom of art <br /> and symbolism. And to this end, research tools as well as theological methods are employed.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_60111_9d0e5f8929421d479a07db13eab17098.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321An Analysis of the Most Significant Judgmental Criterion in the Science of Hadith Transmitters (Ilm Al-Rijal) From a Theological StandpointAn Analysis of the Most Significant Judgmental Criterion in the Science of Hadith Transmitters (Ilm Al-Rijal) From a Theological Standpoint18721160112FASeyyed Ali Reza HosseiniCenter for the Islamic Computer
ResearchesMuhammad Taqi ShakirResearcher in Imam Sadeq (PBUH) Islamic
Sciences Research CenterJournal Article20180330Investigating the nature of the judgmental criterion employed by the practitioners in the science of hadith transmitters (Ilm Al-Rijal), in general, and analyzing the extent to which Rijali data are <br /> influenced by theological beliefs, in particular, are unattended issues and in need of probing as well as a comprehensive view in this domain. What justifies the necessity of the present study is a need for an unbound inference, beyond the rendered judgements, to analyze the reasons behind the designated ideas by hadith transmitters' researchers along with tracing their roots. Employing methodological and innovative outlooks, and resting upon Rijali-theological data analysis, this study seeks to indicate the position and the extent of the effectiveness of doctrinal thoughts on evaluating the transmitters' authenticity or lack of it. The resultant of the data along with an in-depth analysis of tracing the roots for the evidences of this discourse clearly shows Rijali judgements are influenced by theological beliefs. The findings of the present study demonstrate that the domain of these reactions in the branches of the doctrinal principles, and specifically in viewing the issues under Imamate principle, is more apparent. These reactions can be considered intra-religious reactions against doctrinal actions within Rijali evaluative grounds. The findings, as well, are prone to pave the ground to encourage innovation in the basics and bring about a novel perspective to enjoy traditions, specifically the traditions in the realm of Imamate.Investigating the nature of the judgmental criterion employed by the practitioners in the science of hadith transmitters (Ilm Al-Rijal), in general, and analyzing the extent to which Rijali data are <br /> influenced by theological beliefs, in particular, are unattended issues and in need of probing as well as a comprehensive view in this domain. What justifies the necessity of the present study is a need for an unbound inference, beyond the rendered judgements, to analyze the reasons behind the designated ideas by hadith transmitters' researchers along with tracing their roots. Employing methodological and innovative outlooks, and resting upon Rijali-theological data analysis, this study seeks to indicate the position and the extent of the effectiveness of doctrinal thoughts on evaluating the transmitters' authenticity or lack of it. The resultant of the data along with an in-depth analysis of tracing the roots for the evidences of this discourse clearly shows Rijali judgements are influenced by theological beliefs. The findings of the present study demonstrate that the domain of these reactions in the branches of the doctrinal principles, and specifically in viewing the issues under Imamate principle, is more apparent. These reactions can be considered intra-religious reactions against doctrinal actions within Rijali evaluative grounds. The findings, as well, are prone to pave the ground to encourage innovation in the basics and bring about a novel perspective to enjoy traditions, specifically the traditions in the realm of Imamate.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_60112_8db8ec745dbf9ecc03f0288e99ee4f4a.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321A Bibliography of the Book '' Al Qatrata men Behar Manaqeb al Nabi va al Itrah''A Bibliography of the Book '' Al Qatrata men Behar Manaqeb al Nabi va al Itrah''22524260113FAMuhammad Ali MuvaheddiQom UniversityJournal Article20180330''Al Qatrata men Behar Manaqeb al Nabi va al Itrah'' is a book of theology and hadith which has been written for the purpose of reviewing the virtues of Ahl Al-Bayt (the Prophet's Household)(PBHT). Its traditional structure, its rather poor systematicity, and its meagerness of new scientific achievements have led to being somehow accused of repetition. However, this repetition could be said to have been purposeful in terms of maintaining and establishing the pre-existing hadiths, reviving the theological methods of early Imamyyeh, and decreasing the proportion of a one-sided preoccupation with mere jurisprudential discussions. In addition to paying tribute to the Infallibles, an emphasis on the necessity of attending to Ahl Al-Bayt's teachings as well as a warning about the necessity of following them are among the motives of writing the book.''Al Qatrata men Behar Manaqeb al Nabi va al Itrah'' is a book of theology and hadith which has been written for the purpose of reviewing the virtues of Ahl Al-Bayt (the Prophet's Household)(PBHT). Its traditional structure, its rather poor systematicity, and its meagerness of new scientific achievements have led to being somehow accused of repetition. However, this repetition could be said to have been purposeful in terms of maintaining and establishing the pre-existing hadiths, reviving the theological methods of early Imamyyeh, and decreasing the proportion of a one-sided preoccupation with mere jurisprudential discussions. In addition to paying tribute to the Infallibles, an emphasis on the necessity of attending to Ahl Al-Bayt's teachings as well as a warning about the necessity of following them are among the motives of writing the book.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_60113_fe8f25d873ec628e9bd1f7935811c287.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321An Introduction to the Comprehensive Classification Scheme of Imamate SubjectsAn Introduction to the Comprehensive Classification Scheme of Imamate Subjects24525360114FAJournal Article20180330Ever since the God's messenger introduced Imamate, Imam Ali's and His children's guardianship to the whole world, numerous texts have been written to record and establish that command of <br /> God. A brief glance over dozens of Imamate treatises mentioned in Al-Zarie' ila Tasanif Al-Shiite, and a short walk through Amir Al-Mo'menin specialized library, with more than 20 thousands <br /> books on Imamate and Imam Ali(PBUH), in the holy city of Mashhad will prove the above claim. Meanwhile, the range of Ahl Al-Bayt's traditions and utterances produced to explain the different aspects of Imamate issues is another vast domain which has given birth to a huge proportion of approaches and ideas by Imamyyeh scholars; and these two have led to the formation of many issues <br /> and sub-issues about Imamate. Being fully aware of this heritage and its related subjects, the research deputy of Imamate Cultural Foundation decided to codify a comprehensive and classified <br /> collection of Imamate subjects named as '' The Comprehensive Classification Scheme of Imamate Subjects''. The project was commenced in 1993 with a number of the instructors in the field <br /> of Imamate being invited to contribute. Up to three categories, four in some subjects, does this comprehensive scheme of subjects fall into. The classification has meticulously and <br /> considerately been conducted. Its first category, observing a logical order and succession, is of six major subjects, including: <br /> 1. Imamate basics and generalities <br /> 2. Imamate theories <br /> 3. Imamate subjects and issues <br /> 4. Imamate history <br /> 5. Imamate sciences <br /> 6. Imamate strategic studiesEver since the God's messenger introduced Imamate, Imam Ali's and His children's guardianship to the whole world, numerous texts have been written to record and establish that command of <br /> God. A brief glance over dozens of Imamate treatises mentioned in Al-Zarie' ila Tasanif Al-Shiite, and a short walk through Amir Al-Mo'menin specialized library, with more than 20 thousands <br /> books on Imamate and Imam Ali(PBUH), in the holy city of Mashhad will prove the above claim. Meanwhile, the range of Ahl Al-Bayt's traditions and utterances produced to explain the different aspects of Imamate issues is another vast domain which has given birth to a huge proportion of approaches and ideas by Imamyyeh scholars; and these two have led to the formation of many issues <br /> and sub-issues about Imamate. Being fully aware of this heritage and its related subjects, the research deputy of Imamate Cultural Foundation decided to codify a comprehensive and classified <br /> collection of Imamate subjects named as '' The Comprehensive Classification Scheme of Imamate Subjects''. The project was commenced in 1993 with a number of the instructors in the field <br /> of Imamate being invited to contribute. Up to three categories, four in some subjects, does this comprehensive scheme of subjects fall into. The classification has meticulously and <br /> considerately been conducted. Its first category, observing a logical order and succession, is of six major subjects, including: <br /> 1. Imamate basics and generalities <br /> 2. Imamate theories <br /> 3. Imamate subjects and issues <br /> 4. Imamate history <br /> 5. Imamate sciences <br /> 6. Imamate strategic studieshttps://jep.emamat.ir/article_60114_79908a1cc6fb4463040a37d323e1bc11.pdfImamate Cultural FoundationEmamat Pajouhi2588-653351720150321An Introduction to the Validation Master PlanAn Introduction to the Validation Master Plan25526460115FAJournal Article20180330Validation of the available hadiths, having been uttered by the Infallibles (PBUT), has always received the companions' attention since the ancient times, even dating back to the era of Imams' <br /> presence. Accordingly, the science of hadith transmitters was established. Since the early times, the great Shiite scholars have made their best endeavors to validate the hadiths. As outcomes of their attempts, many books on different subjects in this domain have been written. The Rijali (pertaining to the science of hadith transmitters) Samanyyeh books are the oldest available books in this field. <br /> Generally, these books have been written employing four approaches of codifying the lists based on classes, catalogs, miscellany and modification. Nevertheless, this set of knowledge is not sufficient to meet the needs of hadith and hadith transmitters' researchers. Nor is it sufficient to answer the questions asked about and doubts cast on the Shiite hadith and hadith heritage. Therefore, innovations should be encouraged to meet the needs and answer the questions and doubts. To this end, Imamate Cultural Foundation, inviting the distinguished instructor, Mr. Seyyed Ali Reza Hosseini, and holding different scientific meetings, took the first step and codified '' the Validation Master Plan''. The plan <br /> is divided into eight chapters, either of which containing various sub-issues. In this scheme of subjects, what is mostly emphasized and utilized is the Companion's outlook towards hadith validation which, contrary to the current approach, considers other contextual clues, in addition to the transmitter's personality.Validation of the available hadiths, having been uttered by the Infallibles (PBUT), has always received the companions' attention since the ancient times, even dating back to the era of Imams' <br /> presence. Accordingly, the science of hadith transmitters was established. Since the early times, the great Shiite scholars have made their best endeavors to validate the hadiths. As outcomes of their attempts, many books on different subjects in this domain have been written. The Rijali (pertaining to the science of hadith transmitters) Samanyyeh books are the oldest available books in this field. <br /> Generally, these books have been written employing four approaches of codifying the lists based on classes, catalogs, miscellany and modification. Nevertheless, this set of knowledge is not sufficient to meet the needs of hadith and hadith transmitters' researchers. Nor is it sufficient to answer the questions asked about and doubts cast on the Shiite hadith and hadith heritage. Therefore, innovations should be encouraged to meet the needs and answer the questions and doubts. To this end, Imamate Cultural Foundation, inviting the distinguished instructor, Mr. Seyyed Ali Reza Hosseini, and holding different scientific meetings, took the first step and codified '' the Validation Master Plan''. The plan <br /> is divided into eight chapters, either of which containing various sub-issues. In this scheme of subjects, what is mostly emphasized and utilized is the Companion's outlook towards hadith validation which, contrary to the current approach, considers other contextual clues, in addition to the transmitter's personality.https://jep.emamat.ir/article_60115_d486896da7d5e4a33f80b3ba7f1790cf.pdf