Apr 16
Martyrdom Anniversary of Imam Ali (PBUH)

Imam Ali’s martyrdom as the First Muslim, an intimate associate of the Holy Prophet of…

Apr 12
Qadr Night Among the Shia Muslims

Qadr Night Among the Shia Muslims Shia Muslims observe Qadr Night, also known as…

Apr 06
Iftar traditions among Dawoodi Bohras

The Iftar traditions among Dawoodi Bohras is unique and different from many other…

Feb 08
“Yawm‐e Ali” Among The Ismaili Shias

Yawm‐e Ali – literally the “Day of Ali” – is the birthday anniversary of Hazrat Imam…

Jan 27
Shia religious rituals for Iraqi women

In the previous article we introduced two of the most famous Shia religious rituals…

Jan 24
Shia Women’s Religious Rituals in Iraq

Shia women’s religious rituals in Iraq are affected by the notion of a split…

Jan 19
Shia Women Muharram Rituals in Shiraz Iran

Moharram rituals are part of a rich fabric of Shia religious activities. It is a month…

Jan 17
Muharram women rituals in Peshawar Pakistan

Muharram women rituals in Peshawar Pakistan has played a significant role in the Shia…

Jan 12
Muharram Rituals among Bohras

As we discussed in the previous article, the month of Muharram is commemorated by the…

Jan 10
The Religious Rituals of the Dawoodi Bohras

Year-round expression of popular piety is the hallmark of the Bohra sect. One need…