Sermons
241 sermons from Nahjul Balagah — English translation
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Sermon 133
Sermon (133): When Mughirah ibn Akhnas Wanted to Speak in Support of Uthman, He Said
There was some discussion between me and Uthman ibn Affan, so Mughirah ibn Akhnas said to Uthman: I will settle…
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Sermon 102
Sermon (102): The State of People Before the Mission
According to another narration, this sermon has been recorded earlier: When Allah sent Muhammad (peace be upon him), there was…
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Sermon 118
Sermon (118): On the Greatness of the Ahl al-Bayt and the Importance of Shariah Laws
By Allah! I have excellent knowledge of delivering messages, fulfilling promises, and explaining the correct interpretation of verses, and we,…
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Sermon 134
Sermon (134): On the Sincerity of His Intention and Supporting the Oppressed
You did not give me allegiance suddenly and without thinking, nor is my and your matter the same. I want…
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Sermon 103
Sermon (103): On Praising and Describing the Prophet
Finally, Allah sent Muhammad (peace be upon him) while he was a witness, a bearer of glad tidings, and a…
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Sermon 119
Sermon (119): Response to Objection Regarding Arbitration
One of the Imam's companions stood up and came before him (peace be upon him) and said: O Commander of…
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Sermon 135
Sermon (135): On Talhah and Zubayr, Retribution for Uthman's Blood, and His Allegiance
Regarding Talhah and Zubayr, he said: By Allah! They did not make any true accusation against me, nor did they…
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Sermon 104
Sermon (104): On the Preciousness of Islamic Shariah
All praise is to Allah, Who established the Shariah of Islam and made its laws easy for those who descend…
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Sermon 120
Sermon (120): When the Khawarij Insisted on Not Accepting Arbitration, He Said
When the Khawarij insisted on not accepting arbitration, the Imam went to their camp and said to them: Were all…
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Sermon 136
Sermon (136): Prophecy About the State of the World at the Appearance of the Qa'im and the Sedition That Will Occur in Kufa
In this, indication is made toward the coming seditions and disturbances. He will turn desires toward guidance when people have…
