Shiane Haidery Islamic Association (SHIA)

IRIC — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 10:40:52 +0000

Shiane Haidery Islamic Association (SHIA) was founded in Montreal in 1973 by settlers from Indo-Pakistan. It received its incorporation as a religious and charitable organization under the Religious Act of Quebec in 1976, initially named Shiane Haidery International Association. The name was later changed to Shiane Haidery Islamic Association in 1997. The institution is also commonly referred to by its abbreviated name, “S.H.I.A.,” such as SHIA mosque and SHIA Imam-bargah.

The current premises, known as the “Haidery Centre,” was purchased in 1982. The building houses a mosque, an Imam-bargah, and a school. It consists of three floors, encompassing an approximate working area of 12,000 square feet, and includes a separate parking lot in front of the building.

Mission

The Association was established to serve the Shia community of Montreal, a role it has fulfilled successfully for nearly 50 years. Its mission is to spread the message of the Ahl al-Bayt while contributing through volunteering and cooperative efforts within the Montreal Muslim community.

Activities

The Shiane Haidery Islamic Association actively serves the spiritual, educational, and social needs of the Shia community through its mosque, Imam-bargah, and school.

In the mosque:

– Weekly Rhythms: Friday prayers and Thursday night gatherings for prayers and dhikr.
– Ramadan Rituals: Daily prayers, Qur’an recitations, and special observances on the night of Qadr.
– Eid Celebrations: Prayers for Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha.
– Funeral prayers

In the Imam-bargah:

– Cultural Commemorations: Majalis and Milad events to honor significant figures in Islamm including Muharram majalis and Eid-i Ghadeer Khumm celebration.
– Spiritual Gatherings: Majalis-i Sawab for communal spiritual reward.
– Youth Programs: Tailored programs for young people in multiple languages.
– Women’s Programs: Special events for women on notable occasions.

At the Haidery Centre:

– Life Milestones: Conducting matrimonial ceremonies and funeral arrangements.
– Membership Meetings: Regular meetings, fundraising, and social events.

In the school:

– Sunday School: Religious and Quranic education for children, supplemented with practical skills training.

Contacts

Address: 2174 Ave Belgrave, Montreal, Quebec, H4A 2LB, Canada
Phone: +1 (514) 483-1273
Email: info@shianehaidery.com
Website: www.shianehaidery.com

MA Thesis: “The 12 Shiah Imams: Infallible or Imaginary?”

Islamic Monitor — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 09:28:03 +0000

MA Thesis: “The 12 Shiah Imams: Infallible or Imaginary?”

Author: Mohsen Melanie Ghassan

University: George Washington University

Date of Award: May 15, 2022

Supervisor: Mohammad H. Faghfoory (Professor of Islamic Studies)

Abstract:

In Twelver Shia Islam, the line of 12 Imams occupies the highest religious authority after God and the Prophet. While the Imams are venerated in Shia communities and amongst Shia scholars, the extent of the Imams’ abilities and their exact level of purity have been debated extensively by scholars. Contemporary Shia scholars do not agree on the nature of Imamate and hold different viewpoints on the status of the Imams in terms of their infallibility. It is critical to harken back to the original Shia community and analyze their beliefs concerning the Imams’ infallibility. This will create a lasting dialogue between the Shia and Sunni branches, and this dialogue will serve as a means of understanding theological differences and rapprochement efforts between the two branches. Ultimately, this thesis argues that the infallibility of the 12 Shia Imams is grounded in early Shia literature, has shaped Shia theology, and has become a significant part of the Shia identity today.

Read the full thesis HERE.

Source: Proquest

Shia & Ahlul Bayt – Islamic Research and Information Center (IRIC)

Shiane Haidery Islamic Association (SHIA)

MA Thesis: “The 12 Shiah Imams: Infallible or Imaginary?”