Jaffari Community Centre

Jaffari Community Centre

Lectures, Majalis, Seminars, Q&As, and more, focused on the Shi'a faith. YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjtEGNLvJ13iu0UlOHByQtQ

  1. 1 HR AGO

    The Collapse of World Order; The Deafening Silence Of Muslim Powers - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi

    Friday Juma KhutbaFriday March 13th, 2026- This Ramadhān Has Been Especially Difficult For Shi‘a Muslims Due To The Current War Started During Ongoing Negotiations, Killing Countless Everyday- The Collapse Of The So-Called Rules-Based World Order Has Led To A Situation Where Powerful Nations Act Without Restraint- Major Powers Now Bomb Or Target Leaders They Dislike, Reflecting A “Law Of The Jungle” Rather Than International Law- The Silence Of Many Muslim Countries Has Been One Of The Most Painful Aspects Of The Crisis- The Organization Of Islamic Cooperation Has Not Taken A Strong Visible Stand Against The War- Bahrain Submitted A UN Security Council Resolution On Behalf Of The Gulf Cooperation Council And Jordan Condemning Iran- The Resolution Criticized Iran But Failed To Mention Who Initiated The War Or Call For A Ceasefire- 135 UN Member States Supported The Resolution, Including Pakistan, EU Countries, And Canada- China And Russia Abstained Rather Than Using Their Veto Power, Reflecting Their Strategic Interests- European Countries Are Divided In Their Response To The US And Israeli Attacks On Iran- Spain Has Been One Of The Few Countries Firmly Opposing The War And Refusing Complicity- A European Parliament Member Strongly Criticized Europe For Silence And Warned That Ignoring International Law Enables Powerful Leaders To Act Without Consequences- Civilian Casualties, Including Schoolgirls In Iran And Civilians In Lebanon, Highlight The Human Cost Of The Conflict- The Qur’ān Warns That When People Follow Desires Instead Of Justice, They Fall Into Corruption Like The Hypocrites Described In Surah Al-Baqarah 2:11-12- Believers Are Encouraged To Oppose War And Injustice Through Lawful Means And Pray For The Imām Of The Time In Such Difficult MomentsDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

    20 min
  2. 6 MAR

    Trump's "Bored of Peace"; War-Mongering and International Law - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi

    Friday Juma KhutbaMarch 6th, 2026- Iran, The Largest Shi‘a Country, Was Recently Targeted By The United States And Israel, Resulting In Major Loss Of Life And Property.- Among The Tragedies Reported Was The Killing Of 132 Young Girls And 14 Teachers When Airstrikes Hit Shajara-e Tayyeba Primary School In Minab.- The Global Shi‘a Community Is Experiencing Deep Anxiety And Grief, Especially Because Many Shi‘as Follow Ayatullah Khamenei As A Marja‘ Taqlid Regardless Of His Political Role.- The Stated Justification For The Attack—Iran’s Nuclear Program—Is Criticized As Flawed Because The Original Agreement Reached Under Barack Obama Was Torn Up By Donald Trump During His First Presidency.- Negotiations Restarted Later But Were Repeatedly Disrupted By Israeli Military Actions Despite Claims Of Progress By Mediators Such As The Omani Foreign Minister.- Reports Suggest That Plans For The Conflict Were Agreed Upon Earlier Between Donald Trump And Benjamin Netanyahu, With Later Negotiations Possibly Serving As A Deception.- Statements From U.S. Officials Indicating Iran “Will Return” To Enrichment Are Evidence That The Nuclear Threat Used To Justify War May Not Currently Exist.- Political Leaders Who Expressed Sympathy For American Soldiers While Remaining Silent About The Deaths Of Young Iranian Schoolchildren is Problematic- Condemning Iranian Dissidents Who Offered Condolences To U.S. Soldiers But Did Not Mention The Killed Students.- In Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney Initially Criticized Unchecked Global Power At The World Economic Forum But Later Expressed Support For U.S. Actions Against Iran.- Former Canadian Foreign Minister Lloyd Axworthy Described This Shift As A Serious Contradiction In Canada’s Foreign Policy And A Departure From International Law Principles.- Under The UN Charter, Military Force Is Only Permitted With Security Council Approval Or Immediate Self-Defence, Conditions That Critics Argue Were Not Met In This Case.- The Situation Is Compared With Canada’s 2003 Decision Not To Join The Iraq War Because Of Similar Concerns About Preventive War And Lack Of Legal Authorization.- Encouraging People To Respond Through Lawful Civic Engagement Such As Signing Petitions And Participating In Peaceful Anti-War Demonstrations.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

    18 min
  3. 27 FEB

    Fasting Beyond Hunger: Guarding Your Tongue Personally and Politically - Maulana Syed Muhammad Rizvi

    Friday Juma KhutbaFebruary 27th, 2026- One of the most important moral lessons of fasting is developing truthfulness and integrity in speech- Among the ten acts forbidden during fasting, most relate to physical desires, but falsely attributing lies to Allāh, the Prophets, or the Imāms holds unique spiritual severity- Truthfulness forms the foundation of human character and personal credibility- The Prophet Muhammad (ṣ) was known as aṣ-Ṣādiq and al-Amīn even before prophethood, showing that moral integrity precedes religious leadership- Truthfulness is required in family life, social relations, business dealings, and international agreements- Political hypocrisy and contradictory global policies are presented as modern examples of the consequences of dishonesty- Modern examples highlight the consequences of dishonesty, such as U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East under President Trump, particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear program- Trump claimed Iran’s nuclear program had been destroyed, despite repeated Iranian statements confirming they would never develop nuclear weapons- Qur’ānic verses warn against those who claim reform while spreading corruption unknowingly- Lying is always ḥarām, but lying about divine authorities invalidates the fast, highlighting the elevated status of truth- Ordinary lies weaken the spiritual value of fasting even if they do not nullify it- Imām aṣ-Ṣādiq (a) teaches that people should be judged by truthfulness and trustworthiness rather than outward worship alone- The status of Imām ʿAlī (a) near the Prophet (ṣ) was achieved through truthful speech and fulfillment of trusts- Supplications of the Imāms prioritize truthfulness and fulfilling trusts even before acts of worship- True followers are instructed to combine taqwā, struggle for Allah, honesty, and safeguarding trusts- Maintaining good relations with others and sincerity in conduct reflects the teachings brought by the Prophet (ṣ)- Fasting ultimately aims to reform moral character, with ṣidq serving as its central pillarDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

    25 min
  4. 26 FEB

    4- The True Purpose of Fasting in Ramadan: Beyond Food and Drink - Maulana Sayyid Muhammad Rizvi

    Monday February 23rd, 20266th Ramadhan 1447* Ramadan is an opportunity to move beyond mere abstention from food and drink toward true spiritual growth.* Fasting has three levels: basic (sawm al-batm), moral (sawm al-lisan), and spiritual (sawm al-qalb), each requiring deeper consciousness and self-discipline.* The ultimate purpose of fasting is to attain taqwa—God-consciousness that prevents sin and guides behavior.* Sincere intention (niyyat) determines eligibility for reward; basic compliance alone only prevents punishment.* Moral fasting emphasizes controlling the tongue, senses, and limbs to avoid sinful behavior.* Spiritual fasting focuses on maintaining constant awareness of Allah in all actions, even in daily work.* Acts like istighfar, prolonged sajda, and giving iftar amplify the spiritual benefits of Ramadan.* Improving akhlaq, showing kindness to family and employees, and charity are integral to higher-level fasting.* Reciting the Quran and sending salawat on the Prophet and Ahlul Bayt carry multiplied rewards in Ramadan.* Special nafila prayers at night can be performed according to Shia fiqh, avoiding bid‘ah, and intentions enhance their reward.* Ramadan is a time to connect daily actions to Allah, moving from ritual compliance to true spiritual growth.* Focusing on these levels of fasting ensures readiness for accountability on the Day of Qiyamah.* The talk emphasizes prayers for Shias’ protection, global peace, and the coming of the savior.* Awareness of the deeper dimensions of Ramadan encourages love for the Ahlul Bayt and following their example.* Even ordinary actions, when done with consciousness of Allah, gain immense spiritual reward.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

    28 min

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Lectures, Majalis, Seminars, Q&As, and more, focused on the Shi'a faith. YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjtEGNLvJ13iu0UlOHByQtQ