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I have a doubt, and I know that to become a mujtahid we have to join a hawza, but I want know what subjects does a student go deep in? and how old does it take to become a mujtahid?

Hawza Life Before I started a Hawza life I used to do lot of research online How to get admission and stuff but I’ve never get enough information about it. So today I’ll tell you all the steps. Ps: It’s better to have some worldly education (At least High school or even Masters) not because they will not accept you.But If you have worldly education, you’ll have better understanding of Islamic Knowledge. Al Mustafa International University Iran Is the head of all Hawza’s across the globe Almost all Hawza’s are under Al Mustafa University Admissions There is no specific time to get admission you can take whenever you want. If you have any of following passport you might not get admission as quick (Pakistani, Indian) not because that they are racist but actually there are lot of Pakistani's Indians studying here and there space is almost full for these countries. How to get Admission? There are three ways to get admission 1: If there is a Jamatul Mustafa branch in your country you should contact them and fill the admission forum and wait till they accept you and send your student visa. 2: Apply Online on “rsampa.miu.ac.ir . Fill the forum and wait till they contact you (Normally it will take around 3-9 months) 3: Visit Iran for Ziarah and visit Jamatul Mustafa in Qom and fill the online forum and wait till they do your work (it’ll take about a month) They might provide you temporary accommodation After you get admission They will provide you temporary accommodation and after that they will send you to Farsi Learning School. You’ll have 4 options 1: Qom 2: Mashhad 3:Esfahan 4: Ishtian You can choose from following!!!From where you want to learn Farsi and Tamhedia(Basic Islamic Laws) Rooms are quite normal you’ll get your own bed with a small wardrobe. And you’ll have to live with other 7 students in one room Timing Breakfast: 7:15am Class: Usually it’s from 8am to 1pm Lunch: After 1pm Dinner after Maghribain/ 8pm Lights off 11pm What will they provide? Hostel Pocket money 48 Dollars (per month) 3 time food (Thursday only 2 times and Friday no food) Health Insurance Ps: For married couple things are quite different They have limited houses for couples (You might have to wait for your turn) To Rent a house it may cost you around 45$ a month for 2 rooms but you’ll have to gave Rehen(Security) this depends on House/Area where you’re living it might be from 2000$ to 15000$ (You’ll get this money back when you’ll leave the house) What will you do after finishing Persian & Tamhedia? Then you’ll have to choose which Madrasa you want to go. There is only Two options Farsi or Arabic Madrasa for advance Islamic Studies For Example: Imam Khomenai University, Hujjatiya (They are Farsi Madrasas) Ahlulbayt & Imam Sadiq (as) Madrassa are Arabic Madrasas In these Madrasa they will teach you advance Islam. Can I get a job after becoming a Scholar? Well first of all remember that you're on Allah's way and sacrificing yourself for Allah you shouldn’t think that you won’t get a job. There are options if you want to live in Iran as a student they’ll provide you money (Hardly enough). Other than that there are few other options For Example: You can be a writer, You can be a Translator, You can be a public speaker (most of the Hawza students becomes speaker) You can go back to your country and serve your community. Ps: If any sister wanted to start a Hawza life there are also Hawza's for sister ,,, Bint ul Huda in Qom etc Best of Luck If you still have any questions, feel free to ask! Remember me in your Prayers

Assalam-o-alaikum brothers and sisters. This is my very first post on ShiaChat and this is the actual reason i made the profile anyways. :p So, let me explain my query. I want to know whether a student studying in the hawza of Qom can take up a full/part time job as a means of livelihood? I will the dissect the question into simpler sub questions. 1) Is there any legal issue with taking up a job or personal business in Qom while being a hawza student? **By legal issue i mean, any restrictions from the hawza or authorities** 2) If the answer to the above question is yes, then how can a hawza student provide for their family ( wife and kids in the future )? 3) if you can get a job, is it allowed to be full or part time and how does this affect your study time at the hawza? I will apply to the hawza insha Allah in the near future, but i want to do a job as well because I will have a degree in BSCS and my parents have expectations and secondly i want to stand on my own feet. Any response you drop is appreciated. May Allah bless you and the blessings of the 14 masoomeen(a.s) follow with it! Insha Allah! P.s. Please, mention the source of your information and how valid it is. Much Appreciated!

Assalamu Alaykum! I really want to study at Jamiat al Zahra in Qom, but I have to wait 2 years until I finish High school and get my diploma. But I'm not sure if I can and want because of all the political problems in Iran and that it feels like people will do revolution within these two years. should I think of studying in universities here in Sweden and thinking about building my future here or do you think I should prepare for hawza studies from now on? I really want to study Hawza in Iran but so scared of Iran's future

Salam aleykum jamian I am going to study in hawza online hawzah inshallah it will start in September. It is called Imam Mahdi online hawza. I am so glad about it I am so happy about it

Asalam o Alaikum, I'm from Norway and 28 years old, I want to become a Shia scholar and study in Hawza Pakistan. Are there any, good hawzas in Pakistan? Best regards Qasim

(Bismillah) Salam Alaikom, The Islamic Institute of America has started a hawza program in the English language. I’ve started attending it and wish I had this opportunity earlier!! It is absolutely amazing! The insight and deeper understanding of Islam makes one enjoy this existence in ways that are indescribable! The subjects currently being taught are Usul ul fiqh, ilmul hadith, Arabic grammar, public speaking, Quranic sciences, usul al-kaafi ,biography of Prophet (sawaws) and Islamic laws. The main teacher is sayed Mohammad Baqir al Qazwini, may Allah reward him immensely for his efforts! Allahumma salle ala Muhammad wa Aal e Muhammad wa ajjil farajahum

salam, I am a convert from canada and i was looking to expand my knowledge and going to study in a hawza. i only speak english, french and really basic arabic, would the hawza still be suitable for me? where could i develop my knowledge better najaf, qom? would other hawza be more suitable for me? Thank you

Assalamu alaikum, I was planning on going to study in a hawza in Iran Inshalla, I know some are Farsi and some are Arabic. Which one might be better for someone who grew up in the west, yet has an Iraqi background. Is there a difference in the quality of the education? If anyone had some specific information i would appreciate if they shared it.

Hi, I live in the UK and I study Law and sociology at university. Can anyone tell me a link to a website or any information on how to get entry to Qom Hawza, I am looking to start full time education at Qom hawza after I finish my Law degree. Also can you tell me if the education and accommodation is free or do I have to pay. I heard it was free and they give you accommodation as well as spending money. the qomicis.org website isn't working for me I don't know why, if you could tell me why I would be grateful. Thanks everyone.

Assalaymu alaykom brothers and sisters. Does anyone know of someone who has filled out the application to the Hawza of al mustafa university? I was filling it out, but am confused with some of questions. Jazaak Allah khair.

Hi! i'm a swedish shia muslim and i live in Malmö! I was wondering what the requirements for studying in najaf where?

Assalamualaikum; I hold an Indian citizenship and I have had completed the high school (10th) and now I want to serve Imam-e-Zamana (a.s) and Bibi Fatima (s.a). So I am interested in joining a hawza in Iran, so I need the contact details of the hawza in Iran which could give me admission. Thank you.

حوزة الامام الحسين (ع) في وندزر كندا Imam Hussain (A.S.) Hawza in Windsor, Canada *Message is in English and Arabic* بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم تعلن حوزة الإمام الحسين (عليه السلام) عن قبولها لطلاب جدد للعام الدراسي 2017-2018. تدرس في الحوزة مواد مرحلة المقدمات ومرحلة السطوح. تستغرق هاتان المرحلتان ما يقارب عشر سنين. Imam Hussain Hawza would like to inform of its acceptance of new students for the year 2017-2018. The Hawza provides its students with the first two stages of Hawza: Muqadimat (introductory stage) and Sutooh (intermediate stage). Both of these stages require about 10 years to complete. ------------------- مقدمة بالنظر الى ازدياد عدد المسلمين في أمريكا الشمالية وغيرها من البلاد وتكاثر عدد المؤسسات الإسلامية فيها، فقد نشأت حاجة ماسة الى تهيئة العلماء والمبلغين الذين يحسنون التحدث باللغة الانجليزية وغيرها، ولهم معرفة بالخصوصيات الثقافية والحضارية والإجتماعية لبلادهم، مما يؤهلهم للقيام بدورهم في سد الحاجات الدينية والإجتماعية على نحو أفضل. وبالنظر الى وجود رغبة عند الكثيرين بطلب العلوم الدينية، وعدم تمكنهم من الالتحاق بالحوزات العلمية الكبرى في النجف الأشرف وقم المقدسة وغيرها، فقد نشأت الحاجة الى تأسيس حوزة علمية في أمريكا الشمالية توفر لهم فرصة الدراسة وتحقيق رغبتهم في هذه البلاد. INTRODUCTION Due to the increase of Muslims in North America, there is an urgent demand for Islamic scholars. Hundreds of Islamic centers and mosques are in need of clergymen (ulama) to teach and preach them. The demand is more for ulama who speak the language of the country i.e. English and French. All these needs necessitated the establishment of a Hawza in North America to help meet the needs of individuals interested in studying Islam instead of them having to be forced to migrate to Iraq or Iran for their higher religious educational needs. حوزة الإمام الحسين (ع) تأسست حوزة الإمام الحسين (ع) للدراسات الإسلامية عام 2006م وقد تم افتتاحها بمناسبة عيد الغدير الأغر من عام 1426 وهي حوزة علمية تهدف الى تربية وتعليم الراغبين في دراسة العلوم الإسلامية، وهي مع التزامها بالنهج الحوزوي الأصيل المعتمد في الحوزات العلمية في النجف الأشرف وقم المقدسة، تراعي ظروف المكان والزمان وخصوصيات المنتسبين اليها في البلاد الغربية. Imam Hussain Hawza For Islamic & Arabic Studies Imam Hussain Hawza was established in January 2006 and had its opening ceremony on the occasion of Eid al-Ghadeer1426H. I.H.H. provides various Islamic subjects in the Arabic language with the aim of producing graduates (clergymen; ulama) who can provide proper religious education to the North American Muslim community. The subjects taught are similar to the curriculum of Hawza of Najaf and Qum. In addition there are other subjects taught which provide specific knowledge beneficial to scholars living in North America المنهجية الدراسية النظام الدراسي المعتمد في حوزة الإمام الحسين (ع) هو دراسة مرحلة المقدمات وتحتاج الى حوالي أربعة سنوات، ثم مرحلة السطوح لمدة ستة سنوات وبعدها يؤهل الطالب الى مرحلة البحث الخارج التي تمتد من خمس الى عشر سنوات. ويلاحظ النظام الأكاديمي في تقسيم أوقات الدراسة بما يتناسب مع أوضاع الطالب في هذه البلاد. ساعات الدراسة الدراسة دوام كامل 5 أيام في الاسبوع من يوم الإثنين إلى يوم الجمعة بمعدل ثلاث ساعات يوميّاً قد تزيد في بعض الأيام وترتيب الساعات يختلف بحسب المراحل كما أن في السنة التمهيدية الاولى تتراوح ساعات الدراسة بين 5 و 7 ساعات يومياً. PROGRAM OF STUDIES The study of Hawza is traditionally divided into 3 stages *The introductory stage (Muqaddimat) which usually takes 4 years. *The intermediate stage (Sutouh) which takes about 6 years. *The higher study stage (AL- Bahth AL- Kharij) where the students are prepared to reach Ijtihad takes approximately 5-10 years or more. The studies will be full-time, 5 days a week; 6 hrs (approx) for the 1st year Arabic, 3 hrs (approx) for the regular Hawza. لغة الدراسة يدرس الطالب كامل دروسه باللغة العربية، وبالنسبة الى الطلاب الذين لا يحسنون اللغة العربية فإن الحوزة توفر لهم دراستها في السنة التمهيدية الأولى ومن ثم يلتحقون بالدروس الحوزوية. Medium of Study All subjects are taught in the Arabic language. The students who do not know Arabic will be taught the Arabic language in order to prepare them for admission in Hawza programs. المواد الدراسية يدرس الطالب في مرحلتي المقدمات والسطوح، العلوم التالية: 1- العلوم العربية: وهي النحو والصرف والبلاغة. 2- علم الفقه. 3- علم اصول الفقه. 4- العلوم العقلية: وهي المنطق والكلام والفلسفة. 5- علوم القرآن و تفسير القرآن الكريم. 6- علم الحديث والرجال. 7- علم الأخلاق. 8- السيرة والتاريخ. 9- الأديان المقارنة. 10- الاقتصاد الأسلامي. 11- مفاهيم اسلامية معاصرة. 12- قانون الأحوال الشخصية. 13- تربية واجتماع. 14- فن الخطابة والحوار. 15- علوم أخرى ضرورية للطلاب. للاطلاع على القائمة بأهم الكتب المدرسة في حوزة الامام الحسين (عليه السلام) في وندزر، كندا، اضغط الرابط ادناه: https://www.facebook.com/ihf.windsor/posts/1874860339445924:0 SUBJECTS During the introductory and intermediate stages the student will be enrolled in the following subjects: 1-Arabic grammar and eloquence (Nahw, Sarf and Balagha) 2-Islamic jurisprudence(Fiqh) 3-principles of jurisprudence (Usul al-Fiqh) 4-Philosophical studies such as logic, philosophy (Islamic& western), principles of faith (Ilm al-kalaam) 5-Quranic studies( sciences of the holy Quran and exegesis of the holy Quran) 6-Traditions& narrators of the traditions (Hadith and Rijal) 7-Morals and ethics (Akhlaq) 8-Islamic economy 9-Contemporary Islamic issues 10-Personal laws in Islam 11-History (Islamic& western) 12-Comparative religions 13-Dialogue and preaching (Khetabah) 14- Manners and sociology (Tarbeyah& Ijtema3) To view the list of the main books that are studied in Imam Hussain Hawza - Windsor, Canada - click on the link below: https://www.facebook.com/ihf.windsor/posts/1874860339445924:0 الخدمات *تتحمل المؤسسة تكاليف الدراسة عن الطلاب الجديين في الاستمرار بطلب العلم والملتزمين بضوابط الحوزة. * تأمين السكن لخصوص الطلاب الغير المتزوجين أو من لا ترافقه زوجته وذلك في سكن داخلي(غرف سكنية ،لوازم السكن: مطبخ وحمامات ووسائل غسل الثياب) يرجى من المضطر للسكن الداخلي ان يذكر ذلك في طلب الانتساب ويبين وضعه وذلك لمحدودية غرف السكن). * إعطاء شهادات علمية حوزوية تأخذ قيمتها من إرتباط جامعة الامام الحسين والقيِّمين عليها بالحوزات الكبرى في النجف الاشرف وقم المقدسة. وبالارتباط بالمراجع العظام مد ظلُّهم بواسطة الوكالات. كما تسعى لاخذ الرخصة من الجهات الرسمية لاعطاء شهادات جامعية في اختصاص العلوم الاسلامية معترف بها رسميا وفي الجامعات الاكاديمية. I.H.H Services 1. Tuition fees are covered by the foundation for students who are serious in continuing their studies and follow the rules and regulations of the Hawza 2. Residential accommodation is available for a limited number of single male students. Female students& married couples are expected to arrange their own accommodations. 3. Kitchen facility available (students are supposed to take care of their own food). I.H.H Degree Hawzas usually do not provide a degree like the academic universities. The students will be given a certificate of recognition showing the level of their education. This certificate is similar to the certificates given to students of Najaf and Qum seminaries (Hawzas). However I.H.H is planning to give its students an academic degree like B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. by affiliation and collaboration with other recognized universities giving these degrees in Islamic studies. شروط الانتساب 1- العمر: 16-26 سنة للدوام الكامل. 16 سنة فما فوق للدوام الجزئي. 2- حصول الطالب على شهادة تعريف بحسن السيرة والسلوك من اثنين من العلماء أو من الأشخاص المعروفين لدى الجامعة. 3- تعبئة استمارة الانتساب المعتمدة وتقديمها للحوزة. 4- صورتين فوتوغرافية حديثة. 5- التعهد بالالتزام بضوابط الجامعة والأخلاق الإسلامية والسلوك المناسب لطلبة العلوم الدينية. 6- النجاح في المقابلة وامتحان الدخول. 7- مقابلة مع سماحة الشيخ عبد المنعم شرارة، عميد الحوزة، قبل الإبتداء بالدروس. Admission Requirements The students should provide the following requirements: 1. Age must be 16-26 yrs of age for full-time studies. 2. Age must be 16 yrs and above for part-time studies. 3. Recommendation letter from two scholars who know the student. 4. Two recent photographs 5. Sign agreement of abiding rules& regulation of I.H.H. 6. Pass the interview. كيفية الانتساب 1- تقديم الطلب الى الحوزة شخصيا أو ارساله بالبريد على العنوان التالي 1485 JANETTE AVE,WINDSOR, ON, N8X 1Z2 CANADA TEL: (519) 256-7171 ext. 11 FAX: (519) 256-2727 2- تقديم الطلب بالبريد الالكتروني التالي hawzawindsor@gmail.com الصفحة الرسمية على الفيس بوك: Http://facebook.com/ihf.windsor Submission of Applications The students can submit their application in person, by mail or by e-mail. Address: 1485 Janette Ave. Windsor. Ontario (Canada) N8X 1Z2. Contact information Phone # 519-256-7171 ext 10 (for receptionist) Ext 11 (for Sheikh Abdul Menhem Charara) Ext 17 (for Sheikh Charara’s assistant) E-mail: hawzawindsor@gmail.com Official Facebook Page: http://facebook.com/ihf.windsor May Allah shower us all with his infinite blessings. And all Praise be to the Lord of the worlds, and may He send his blessings upon his perfect creations, Muhammed and his Holy progeny

Which Hawza city (Qom, Najaf, etc.) is best for learning Irfan? Which specific program do you recommend? Are these degrees connected to Academic degrees like Masters and PhD. I want to go to Hawza and focus primarily on the science of Irfan. I know it will take many years to master. I want to focus on theoretical and eventually practical Irfan.

There's a great opportunity to sponsor Hawza students in Najaf. This project is to rent a simple house for one year to be shared between 10 students of Hawza ilmiya in Najaf, so they can focus better on their studies and aquiring knowledge and worry less about their expenses. Follow the link to know more. https://www.tahafunder.com/campaign/140/housing-amenity-in-najaf-hawza-e-ilmiya-students Share this with those who might be interested in doing something worthy in the month of Rajab. Other projects of value you might want to be part of: Al-Houda school in Canada (al-Khoei Foundation) is renovating the school gym. The gym will be used for sports as well as special gatherings and events for the Muslim community. https://www.tahafunder.com/www.khoei.ca Shia Azan clock by eAhlulbayt. After their success in their first crowfunding campaign, eAhlulbayt is back with a more affordable Azan Clock (limited stock). https://www.tahafunder.com/azanclock2 Shias in Ivory Coast are trying to build a Hawza/School and a Mosque so they can gather in a place with higher standards. Currently the place is too small and cannot cater for community's needs. At the moment, they have acquired the land. Help them in building a much needed Hawza/Mosque. https://www.tahafunder.com/ivorycoastschool Let us know if you have any questions. And please share with friends and family. Together we can achieve more inshaAllah. TahaFunder Team www.TahaFunder.com

حوزة الامام الحسين (ع) في ويندزور كندا Imam Hussain (A.S.) Hawza in Windsor, Canada بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Imam Hussain Hawza would like to inform of its acceptance of new students for the year 2015-2016. The Hawza provides its students with the first two stages of Hawza: Muqadimat (introductory stage) and Sutooh (intermediate stage). Both of these stages require about 10 years to complete. During these 10 years, one learns several subjects such as 1-Islamic Beliefs 2-Islamic Jurisprudence 3-Islamic Morals 4-Logic 5-Arabic Grammar 6-Usool al-Fiqh 7- Other crucial subjects that a Hawza student is in need of. For most subjects, the student will study several books (from beginning to end), in order to have a good understanding and grasp of the subject. تعلن حوزة الإمام الحسين (عليه السلام) عن قبولها لطلاب جدد للعام الدراسي 2015-2016. تدرس في الحوزة مواد مرحلة المقدمات ومرحلة السطوح. تستغرق هاتان المرحلتان ما يقارب عشر سنين. في تلك المدة، يدرس الطالب موادا كثيرة، من ضمنها... 1- العقائد 2- الفقه 3- الأخلاق 4- المنطق 5- النحو 6-أصول الفقه 7- غيرها من المواد الهامة للطالب في أغلب المواد، يدرس الطالب كتبا عديدة (من بداية الكتاب الى نهايته) من أجل أن تصبح عنده المادة مفهومة،و يكون عنده استيعاب قوي لها. Requirements: -Every student who wishes to study part time or full time in Hawza has to be between 16& 26 years old. For those older than 26, they need to have previous Hawza education or a post-secondary degree in order to be enrolled in the Hawza. Otherwise, they might be permitted to attend classes just for the benefit of learning (this will need to be decided by the main office). - One must present two reference letters from people that are recognized by the Hawza. -Application must be filled out. -An interview with Sheikh Abdul-Menhem Charara, Dean of the Hawza, will be carried out before enrolling in classes. الشروط - كل من يريد الإنتساب الى الحوزة، لا بد أن يكون عمره بين 16- 26 سنة. من كان عمره يفوق 26 سنة، لا بد أن تكون عنده دراسة سابقة في \بعض المواد الحوزوية، أو شهادة دراسة آكاديمية. من لم يكن هذا الشرط متوفرا فيه، قد يسمح له بحضور الدروس من دون الإنتساب. - تقديم راسليتي تعريف من قبل أشخاص تعرفهم الحوزة. - ملأ إستمارة التسجيل. - مقابلة مع سماحة الشيخ عبد المنعم شرارة، عميد الحوزة، قبل الإبتداء بالدروس. Full-time studies: -Enrolling in fulltime studies means that the student will be studying all subjects taught in Hawza. The student will be taking classes 5 days a week, from Monday to Friday, 3-4 courses per day. *Each course is approx. 50 minutes long. * We might be in need of changing the schedule based on the administration's decision Part-time studies: Part-time students must meet with the administration to arrange and finalize their schedule تعطى الدروس في الحوزة كل يوم من الإثنين الى الجمعة، وتدرس 3-4 دروس يوميا. كل درس يستغرق 50 دقيقة. * قد يقتضي الحال بعض التغييرات حسب تقدير الادارة من لا يمكنه الإلتزام بهكذا دوام، يمكنه أن يدرس دراسة جزئية، بالتنسيق مع ادارة الحوزة Location- مكان الحوزة Imam Hussain Hawza is located @ 1485 Janette Ave. Windsor. Ontario (Canada) N8X 1X5. Phone # 519-256-7171 ext 10 (for receptionist) Ext 11 (for Sheikh Abdul Menhem Charara) Ext 17 (for Sheikh Charara’s assistant) You can email us at wiseman_02@hotmail.com Official Facebook Page: http://facebook.com/ihf.windsor May Allah shower us all with his infinite blessings. And all Praise be to the Lord of the worlds, and may He send his blessings upon his perfect creations, Muhammed and his Holy progeny

Assalamualikum Those people who want to join Hawza for next term (September 2017) in Qom, please contact hawzahelp@hotmail.com . Admissions for westerners are currently open. This is for both brothers and sisters. This contact will only help people with a western passport. Farsi classes starts next September 2017. The visa process takes time especially those with an American passport. So if you want to join hawza, contact this email.

Salaams, I'm really interested in attending a short Hawza program (1-3 months?), obviously during the summer (preferably to attend, and not virtual, altho at this point I don't mind either). I know they're offered by UK and Iranian Semiaries, but can't seem to find them online. Anyone have any links, or anything? Thank you! Duas,

I dont know this person nor am I affiliated with this in any way. The date has already passed but they might accommodate.

Salam, I have a few questions. Can any person give the right response, so that i am satisfied? 1. Please tell how can one enroll in Hawza Elmiyya Qom. 2.What are the age and eductaional requirements for enrolling in the Hawza. 3.What is the tution fees of Hawza? Cost of books? Accomodation/Food charges? 4. Being a Pakistani, which type of visa of Iran should i request? Tourist visa/Pilgrmage visa/student visa or any other? Also please provide complete details about hawza. In Sha Allah Allah and Imam will reward you. I am very grateful to all of you who answer.

Salam, I am writing this for my friend who is soon joining hawza in Qom. He is 18 years and just completed his alevels. Before he joins the hawza he wanted to meet a sister that is also going to the hawza next semester (maby before or after) and he wanted to get married and start his studies. I am aware this is not a dating site, but it is the app with the largest community. If u want to know my friend and if u are interested..email me at myp3study@gmail.com (make sure the sister speaks fluent English)

(bismillah) (salam) I was wondering about this for a while. Does Sayed Sistani teach Bahath Kharij? I heard he offers private lesson to his sons and close associates, but I really don't know. If he does not, how would someone who wishes to study directly under him go about doing so? Would there be any way for someone to meet with the Sayed a few times to discuss issues which are regularly discussed in Kharij lectures? Anyway, one can just ask questions days on end. The main thing is does he teach? By the way, who teaches from the pulpit of Sayed Khoei?

Sallam, I was wondering is there a legit credited Hawza in The U.S? Otherwise what's a good English spoken Hawza? Anyone know how good/reputation of Hawza Illmiya of England? JAK, Sallam.

Salaam alaikum brothers and sisters! First, let me thank the kind and knowledgeable people here on ShiaChat. Alhamdulillah, I have made the leap and reverted to the Shi'a school, but I have miles to go still. Inshallah, I want to take it to the next level; I feel like I need to learn to read Qur'an in Arabic and I want to be able to read and understand scholarly writings in their original tongue. I guess what I'm saying is that I want to learn as much about the best Deen as I can. A kind member mentioned that there are several teachers and Hawza students here, but I am a bit shy about messaging anyone directly. So if anyone has suggestions about online courses for a native English speaker, I would be so grateful! Jazaak Allah Khair! R