How to Know the Companions of the Holy Prophet
(Based on the Prophet’s Sayings)
Mohtaram Shekrian
The justice of Sahaba is one of the issues which Shia and Sunni disagree upon. In this paper, the author first gives a definition of Sahaba and introduces them. Then make an investigation of Shii and Sunni views in this regard. He views love for Imam Ali, peace be upon him as a criterion for recognizing Sahaba. Key words: Justice, Companions, Love, Enmity, Imam Ali, peace be upon him.
Extremists and Misinterpreting the Holy Quran
Mohammad Hasan Ahmadi
In this paper, hadiths which are called tahrif hadiths are viewed from extremist school of thought perspective. First the author gives a definition of ghuluw (extremism) and ghalian (extremists) and then mentions some instances of these hadiths. He analyzes the presence of this harmful group in the chain of authorities of tahrif hadiths and mentions the names of 14 reporters who are accused of extremism and gives a rejali account of them. Key words: Extremists, Misinterpreting the Holy Quran, Decisive Speech.
Purposes of Hadith Journeys: An Investigation
Atena Bahaduri
Dr. Mohammad Ali Mahdavi Raad
Journeys made by hadith scholars are of the most important means for preserving and disseminating the culture of hadith. they hamade these journeys to: 1- learn hadith; 2- make sure of its reliability; 3- promote in chain of authorities; 4- disseminate hadith; 5- know more about hadith reporters; 6- talk about it with other scholars; 7- improve cultural conditions of those cities; 8- learning all of hadith sciences; 9- obtain hadith books; 10- publish these books; 11- compile them. Key words: Journey, Hadith, Traditionist, Learning and Teaching, Chain of Authorities.
Imagery in Hadith
Dr. Hamid Mohammad Qasemi
Figurative language is one of the effective methods utilized by the infallible Imams in order to publicize the divine message and present a sharp and vivid image of religious facts. The author of the present paper tries to demonstrate some of these wonderful images in the Infallible Imams sayings. Key words: Image, Figurative Language, Recognition, Imagination.
