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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books Rays of the Sun Glossary ** ** This glossary has been compiled to assist readers not familiar with Islamic terminology in understanding the above recollections. (as) Short for ‘peace be upon him.’ Adhaan Call to prayers. Agha Persian form of address for males. Ashura 10th of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. This is the day the 3rd Imam of the Shias, Imam Husayn (as), was martyred in the Islamic year 61 A.H.

Ayatul Kursi Verses 255-257 of the second chapter of the Holy Qur’an. Baaligh Age at which certain actions and duties become compulsory for Muslims. Typically this is approximately 9 lunar years for girls and 15 years for boys. Dhikr Remembrance of Allah (By recitation of His Names, etc.) Dua Supplication. Eid Islamic day of celebration Haraam Acts which are forbidden in Islam.

Hazrat Ali Akbar (as) The son of Imam Husayn (as) Hijab The Islamic requirements of covering of the body and adhering to modesty. Imam Ali (as) The 1st Imam of the Shias. Imam Husayn (as) Grandson of the Holy Prophet and 3rd Imam of the Shias, who was martyred in Kerbala, Iraq. Also known as the Master of Martyrs. Imam Mahdi (as) The 12th and last Imam of the Shias, who is still alive today but in occultation.

He is also known as The Awaited as it is believed he will reappear and bring peace and justice back in this world. Jamaaraan Area where Imam lived in Qom Khanom Persian form of address for females. Khums Compulsory tax to be paid by Muslims representing generally one-fifth of savings. Madressa School. Mafatihul Jinan A book of supplications. Also called Mafatih. Marhum Title given to someone who is deceased.

Marja A person who has attained the highest form of Islamic jurisprudence, who has the authority to issue religious rulings for others to follow. Masaib Narrration of the events of the martyrdom of the 3rd Imam of the Shias (Imam Husayn (as)) and his family and companions. Mashad City in North-Eastern Iran where the 8th Imam of the Shias (Imam Redha (as)) is buried. Mohr Prayer tablets upon which mainly Shia Muslims prostrate whilst praying. Mu'adhdhin Person who recites the Adhaan.

Muharram 1st month of the Islamic calendar. Mujtahid A person who has achieved the second highest form of Islamic jurisprudence, who has the authority to deduce precise inferences regarding the commandments from the Qur'an and the traditions of the Prophet and Imams (but is not followed by others). Nafs Soul that enjoins evil, also called the ego.