Imam Husain(A.S.)-The Chief of Martyrs

 

 

 

Shia Muslims commemorate Imam Husain and perform matam (mourning rituals) as a way of expressing their grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of Imam Husain and his companions during the Battle of Karbala. This event is central to Shia Islamic history and theology and holds immense significance for the Shia community. Here are some reasons why Shia Muslims commemorate Imam Husain and engage in matam: 1. **Love and Devotion**: Shia Muslims have deep love and devotion for the family of Prophet Muhammad, known as the Ahl al-Bayt. Imam Husain, being the grandson of the Prophet, is revered as a righteous and noble figure. Commemorating him is an expression of this affection and a means to honor his sacrifice. 2. **Martyrdom and Sacrifice**: The martyrdom of Imam Husain and his companions in Karbala is seen as a supreme sacrifice in the path of upholding truth and justice. It symbolizes the struggle against oppression and tyranny. Shia Muslims commemorate this sacrifice to draw lessons from it

The death of Ali Akbar, also known as Ali al-Akbar, is another heart-wrenching event that took place during the Battle of Karbala. Ali Akbar was the eldest son of Imam Husain and Lady Umm Layth (also known as Layla). He was known for his striking resemblance to Prophet Muhammad, his grandfather, and was highly admired for his noble character and bravery.   During the events leading up to the Battle of Karbala, Imam Husain and his small group of followers were confronted by the much larger and hostile army of Yazid ibn Muawiya, the Umayyad caliph. Imam Husain's camp was besieged, and they were denied access to water for several days. On the day of Ashura, which is the 10th day of the Islamic month of Muharram, the battle intensified, and Imam Husain's companions fought valiantly against overwhelming odds. As the battle unfolded, the enemies targeted Imam Husain's family members, including his beloved son, Ali Akbar. Ali Akbar, filled with devotion to his father and the cause

    The tragic death of Imam Husain's infant son, Ali al-Asghar (also known as Ali Asghar or Ali al-Ridha), is one of the most heartrending incidents that occurred during the Battle of Karbala. Ali al-Asghar was the youngest son of Imam Husain and Lady Rubab, and he was just six months old at the time of the battle. During the events leading up to the Battle of Karbala, Imam Husain and his small group of followers were surrounded by the much larger army of Yazid ibn Muawiya, the Umayyad caliph. The Imam's camp was besieged, and they were deprived of food and water for days. On the day of Ashura, which is the 10th day of the Islamic month of Muharram, the battle reached its climax. Imam Husain, knowing that he and his companions were vastly outnumbered, chose to confront the forces of Yazid and refused to pledge allegiance to an unjust ruler. Amidst the scorching desert heat and severe thirst, Ali al-Asghar became extremely weak and was crying from thirst. In an attempt to appea

  In Shia Islam, the event of Imam Husain's revolution holds immense significance and is commemorated every year during the month of Muharram, especially on the day of Ashura (the 10th day of Muharram). Imam Husain was the grandson of Prophet Muhammad and the son of Imam Ali (the first Shia Imam) and Fatimah Zahra (the daughter of Prophet Muhammad). The revolution of Imam Husain took place in the year 680 AD in the plains of Karbala, in present-day Iraq. It was a pivotal moment in Islamic history and had a profound impact on the development and identity of the Shia community. The core principles and beliefs that emerged from this event shaped the distinct theology and practices of Shia Islam. The key Shia perspectives on Imam Husain's revolution are as follows: 1. **Defending Truth and Justice**: The central theme of Imam Husain's revolution was to uphold truth and justice. He stood up against the oppressive and tyrannical rule of Yazid ibn Muawiya, the Umayyad caliph at th

 

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 Courtesy : https://imamhussain.org/english/imamhussain/26617 The Heat of Hussaini Love The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) said: Surely, there exists in the hearts of the Mu’mineen, with respect to the martyrdom of Hussain (A.S.), a heat that never subsides. Mustadrak al‑Wasail vol 10 pg. 318   Ashura ‑ A Day of Grief Imam Redha (A.S.) said: The one for whom the day of Ashura is a day of tragedy, grief and weeping, Allah The Mighty, The Glorious, shall make the Day of Judgment, a day of joy and happiness for him. Bihar al‑Anwar, vol. 44, pg. 284.   Muharram ‑ The Month of Mourning Imam Redha (A.S.) said: With the advent of the month of Muharram, my father Imam Kadhim (A.S.) would never be seen laughing; gloom and sadness would overcome him for (the first) ten days of the month; and when the tenth day of the month would dawn, it would be a day of tragedy, grief and weeping for him. Amaali Saduq, pg. 111   Laughing Eyes The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) said: O’ Fatimah! Every eye shal

 

I am really happy that someone asked this question. Here's the thing, There were no Sunni, Shia, Wahabi branches of Islam as it is today, in those times, people were known by their native place, like there were Kufis from Kufa, Farsi from Persia etc. So who killed Imam Hussain (A.S)? I get this from many of Muslims that Shias are the one who killed Imam Hussain and now they're the one weeping for Him(A.S) and that is so untrue.  So what happened exactly? When people came to know about how brutal and tyrant Muawiya and Yazid was, they wanted someone more generous ruler like Imam Hussain to rule upon them and they wrote to Imam to come and fight for them and they'll support Him, now these people didn't wanted Imam Hussain as he was chosen by Allah and he was son of Ali just for the sake of good ruler. There were basically three types of people in Kufa. The one who really loved Imam and were ready to sacrifice their lives for Imam. The one who wanted Ima

People who killed Imam Hussain were also Muslims. Is that correct? Yes they were from the Muslims but of course were deviated from the right path. Nafi’ b. Hilal al-Jamali (a companion of Imam al-Husayn) was fighting on that day, reciting: “I am al-Jamali. I believe in the religion of `Ali.” A man called Muzahim b. Hurayth came against him, crying, “I follow the religion of ‘Uthman.” Nafi’ replied, “Rather you follow the religion of Satan.” Then he attacked and killed him. Source - al-Tabari, Ta’rikh (English translation), vol. 19, pp. 136–7 In another example, we have ‘Amr b. al-Hajjaj, when he approached the followers of al-Husayn, say to them: “People of Kufa, stay steadfast in your obedience and unity (jama'ah). Do not have any doubts about fighting against those who have strayed from the true religion and have opposed the imam.” Al-Husayn retorted, “‘Amr b. al-Hajjaj, are you urging the people against me? Are we the ones who have strayed from the tru

By Mahmood Abu Maryam on Quora  This article may perhaps throw some light on what Ashura was all about. It is being quoted with  attribution to its source . “The month of Muharram brings with it the memory of a sacrifice the like of which is difficult to find in the history of Islam, indeed of mankind. Imam Husayn (AS) and his family and companions emerged victorious in a battle that they seemingly lost in material terms. The cost of this victory was immense, a period of great suffering which ended for the martyrs on the tenth day, the Ashura, but was to go on for much longer for the family members who were taken captive. Imam Husayn was the grandson of the Prophet (PBUH). He and his brother Hasan (AS) had been declared leaders of the youth of Paradise. So how could people calling themselves muslims turn to kill him? Their problem was the age old one of ignorance and greed. They were either not aware of his high merits and noble lineage or were more attracted to the worldly ben

By Zahir Jafri on Quora  Courtesy :  https://www.quora.com/Who-is-Imam-Hussain-Why-did-he-launch-an-uprising/answer/Zahir-Jafri-2?ch=10&share=66322b5b&srid=hOPZ0 Imam Hussain is the one who launch an ultimate uprising for the sake of Truth and Justice. Imam Hussain was the Grandson of Prophet Muhammad SAW, son of Imam Ali and Fatima Zahra the daughter of Prophet (SAW). On the 10th of Muharram on the day of Ashura when he along with all his family rose to fight against that time tyrant ruler Caliph Yazeed. Thus Hussain became a 7th century revolutionary leader who stood for social justice against Opression, tyranny and terrorism. His legacy inspires millions worldwide. Muharram is the month in which Hussain launch an ultimate uprising against tyranny, injustice, oppression and terrorism. Muharram is the first month of Islamic calender in which the Tragedy of Karbala occurred when the family of Prophet SAW along with grandson Hussain was brutally killed. Thus this

Muharram is the first month of Islamic calender in which the Tragedy of Karbala occurred when the family of Prophet SAW along with grandson Hussain was brutally killed. Thus this month is the commomoration of the sacrifice of Imam Hussain and his family with his companions on the land of Karbala, Iraq. Imam Hussain was the Grandson of Prophet Muhammad SAW, son of Imam Ali. On the 10th of this month fall the day of Ashura when he along with all his family rose to fight against that time tyrant ruler Caliph Yazeed. Thus Hussain became a 7th century revolutionary leader who stood for social justice against Opression, tyranny and terrorism. His legacy inspires millions worldwide. Some other facts about the month of Moharrum, I cannot say which one is lesser known or famous : Prophet Mohammed’s grandson Husayn was martyred by the so called Muslim Caliph Yazid in this month. He was a saintly figure, all men from Husayn’s family were martyred, women captivated - chained sent to

امام حسين عليه السلام : چيزى را بر زبان نياوريد كه از ارزش شما بكاهد لاتَقولُوا بِألسِنَتِكُم ما يَنقُصُ عَن قَدرِ كُم جلاءالعيون، ج 2، ص 205 Imam Husain (as): "Don't say with your tongue something that diminishes your worth" Imam Husain (as): "Apni Zabaa'n se aisa kuch na kaho jisse tumhari Qadr kam ho jaae'n" امام حسين عليه السلام : همانا بخشنده ترين مردم،كسى است كه به آن كه به او چشم اميد نبسته بخشش كند  إنّ أجْوَدَ النّاسِ مَن أعطى مَن لا يَرجو كشف الغمّة ج2 ص242 Imam Husain (AS): "Certainly, the Most Gracious is the One who gives and does not Hope (In return)" "Yaqeenan,  sabse zyada bakshne wala wo hay jho ataa karne ke baad, Umeed nahi rakhta" امام حسين عليه السلام: تجربه هاى طولانى، مايه فزونىِ عقل است طولُ التَّجارِبِ زِيادَةٌ فِي العَقلِ أعلام الدين صفحه 298 Imam Husain (a.s.): "Long experiences increases intellect" Imam Husain (as): "Toolaani Tajoorbe Aql me Izaafaa ka

In Zad al-Ma’ad, ‘Allamah al-Majlisi says that it is preferable not to observe fasting on the ninth and tenth of Muharram because the Umayyads used to observe fasting on these two days in order to express delight for and to gloat over the martyrdom of Imam al-Husayn (a.s.). Having seen a good omen in the killing of Imam al-Husayn (a.s.), the Umayyads and their fans fabricated many lies against the Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.) and falsely ascribed to him that he mentioned many merits to be the reward of those who would observe fasting on these two days. On the other hand, the Holy Imams of the Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.) are reported to have warned against observing fasting on these two days in general and on the tenth of Muhammad, the Day of ‘Ashura’, in particular. The Umayyads - may Allah curse them - used to store up their annual nutriment in their houses on the tenth of Muharram; accordingly, Imam al-Rida(a.s.) is reported to have said, “If one refrains from arranging for any worldly benefit

وایات بتاتی ہیں کہ جن گھوڑوں سے امام حسین (ع) کے جسم کو پامال کیا گیا وہ عرب کے مشہور گھوڑے "آواجیاع" کے طور پر جانے جاتے تھے۔  ان کی خصوصیات دیگر اسٹالینز ( ایک اعلیٰ نسل کے نر گھوڑے)سے بھی اعلیٰ تھیں۔ ایک محقق نے ان گھوڑوں پہ تحقیق کی تو اس کو ایک جرمن گھوڑوں کے ماہر کی کتاب "دنیا کے سب سے مضبوط اسٹالینز" ملی، جس میں لکھا تھاکہ: اسٹالینزکی ایک خاص نسل آواجیاع کے نام سے مشہور ہیں, اور ان کی خاصیت یہ ہے کہ ان کی ایک ٹاپ کا وزن 65 کلو گرام ہوتا ہے اور اس کا مقصد اس کے نیچے آنے والی چیز کوکچلنا اور پیسنا ہوتاہے"جب کہ ایک اور تحقیق کے مطابق اس کھوڑے کی ایک ٹاپ کا وزن 125 کلو گرام ہوتا ہے۔  پھر راوی نے کہا کہ مجھے یاد ہے کہ ابن سعد کی فوج کے ایک گھوڑ سوار نے بتایا کہ میں نے حسین کی پسلیوں کے چٹخنے اور ٹوٹنے کی آواز سنی کہ جس وقت وہ ہمارے گھوڑوں سے پامال کیے جارہے تھے۔  وہ لوگ جو ہم سے پوچھتے ہیں کہ ہم فاطمہ (ع) کے بیٹے کو کیوں روتے ہیں....؟؟؟ آ مسلمان تجھے بتاؤں ہم 1400 سال سے حسین (ع) کو کیوں رو رہے ہیں؟ ہماری آنکھیں خشک کیوں نہیں ہوتیں؟ ہماری آہیں تھم

Courtesy :  http://alhassanain.org/hindi/?com=content&id=407 सन् 60 हिजरी क़मरी में मुआविया के मरने के बाद उसका बेटा यज़ीद शाम के सिहासन पर बैठा और उसने स्वयं को पैग़म्बर का उत्तराधिकारी घोषित किया। सत्ता पाने के बाद उसने इस्लामी मान्याताओं को बदलने और क़ुरआन के आदेशों का विरोध करने के साथ साथ मानवता विरोधी कार्य करने भी शुरू कर दिये। इमाम हुसैन ने जब यज़ीद को इस्लाम विरोधी कार्य करते देखा तो सन् (61) हिजरी में यज़ीद के विरूद्ध क़ियाम (क़ियाम अर्थात किसी के विरूद्ध संघर्ष करना) किया। हज़रत इमाम हुसैन अलैहिस्सलाम ने अपने क़ियाम के उद्देश्यों को आपने प्रवचनो में इस प्रकार स्पष्ट किया कि---- 1—             जब शासकीय यातनाओं से तंग आकर हज़रत इमाम हुसैन अलैहिस्सलाम मदीना छोड़ने पर मजबूर हो गये तो उन्होने अपने क़ियाम के उद्देश्यों को इस प्रकार स्पष्ट किया। “ मैं अपने व्यक्तित्व को चमकाने या सुखमयी जीवन यापन करने या उपद्रव फैलाने के लिए क़ियाम नहीं कर रहा हूँ। बल्कि मैं केवल अपने नाना (पैगम्बरे इस्लाम) की उम्मत (इस्लामी समाज) में सुधार हेतु जा रहा हूँ तथा मेरा निश्चय मनुष्यों को अच

Critics of mourning (azadari) level the following charges in support of their claims: Weeping over dead is bidah (innovation) and there is no evidence of mourning from the Prophet’s (صلّى اللّه عليه و آله‏ و سلّم) Weeping is the cause of punishment for the person inside the grave. Food distributed to the mourners is innovation and has no place in Islam. In the least it is a waste of resources. Reply There is a reply to all the objections in a single event – the martyrdom of Hazrat Jafar al-Tayyar  ( عليه السلام ) – cousin of the Prophet  (صلّى اللّه عليه و آله‏ و سلّم) . Hazrat Jafar Ibn Abi Talib  ( عليه السلام )  was the Holy Prophet’s  (صلّى اللّه عليه و آله‏ و سلّم)  first cousin. He was among the standard bearers of the Muta battle, where he eventually embraced martyred. As soon as the Holy Prophet  (صلّى اللّه عليه و آله‏ و سلّم)   was informed of his martyrdom, he rushed to meet his sons. When the Holy Prophet  (صلّى اللّه عليه و آله‏ و سلّم)  entered Jafa