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Marhum (Maalim) Ibrahim Husseinali Nathoo

November 2, 2026

Marhum (Maalim) Ibrahim Husseinali Nathoo
1942-2024

The Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat of Dar es Salaam mourns the loss of Ibrahim Husseinali Nathoo, who passed away on 23rd October 2024. Ibrahim bhai was a true pillar of our community, a dedicated teacher, and an inspiring example of humility, commitment, and selfless service.

Born on 23rd November 1942 in Zanzibar, Ibrahim bhai devoted his life to the service of others. His journey of community service began early and spanned decades, touching countless lives. He served as a teacher and mentor at Husayni Madrasah, where he shaped the minds and souls of multiple generations, always with a kind smile and a humble spirit. His commitment went beyond teaching; he was a guardian, a guide, and a fatherly figure to all who passed through the Madrasah doors.

The Day of Judgement

October 25, 2026

The Day of Judgement by Mohamedarif Suleman

Every believer returns to the same question at some point: when this life ends, what remains of us? The Shia Imami tradition answers with clarity. On the Day of Judgement (Yawm al-Qiyaamah), human beings will be raised as whole persons, body and soul reunited, to stand before their Creator. This belief is known in theology as ma’aad jismaani, bodily resurrection, and it is one of the pillars of Islamic faith, listed among the usool al-din alongside tawhid, prophethood and divine justice.

Blowing Of The Trumpet And Annihilation Of Everything

October 23, 2026

Blowing Of The Trumpet And Annihilation Of Everything by Allama Mohammad Baqer Majlesi

Many verses prove the blowing of the trumpet. In Shi’a and Sunni channels, many traditions say that the Almighty Allah created Israfil and, along with him, a great trumpet, with one end in the east and the other in the west. From the day Israfil was created, he has been waiting for the command of Allah, with his mouth touching that trumpet.

True self-development

October 15, 2026

True self-development by Asgar Jafferali Dhanji

While physical growth is easy to see, your mind, character, and professional capability evolve in ways that are much harder to gauge. If you look back five years, you are likely not the same person you were then. You are constantly evolving, but reaching the next level of your personal development requires conscious, deliberate action.

Adl

October 13, 2026

Adl by Sheikh Fattah

The concept of justice (‘Adl) occupies a foundational position in Islamic theology and ethics, serving as a lens through which the relationship between the Creator and creation is understood. In his insightful essay, “Adl – Justice and Decree,” originally published in the spring 1984 issue of the journal Nuradeen, Sheikh Fattah provides a concise yet profound exploration of this multi-faceted principle. Drawing extensively from the Holy Quran and the narrative traditions (ahadith) of the Ahlul Bayt – specifically Imam Ali and Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq—the author dismantles the complexities surrounding divine decree, free will, individual morality, and structural social justice. The text functions not merely as an academic exposition of theological doctrine, but as an ethical manifesto that bridges metaphysical truths with practical human responsibility.

This publication originally started as print magazine in Nairobi under the auspices of the Haydari Madrasah. Later on, with greater demand for online material and demand to suppress costs as well as reach a wider audience, TC on Friday, became an online "Friday supplement". In the early 2000s, the forum received the support of The World Federation, giving their blessings to the publication as well as helping in its broadcast.

Again, with passage of time, changes are imminent as we now move to a more interactive state - a blog. To this end, I seek the support of all members who can contribute their valuable time and written material to the forum, which is being read all across the world.

Thank you

M Suleman
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