Everyone knew that she held a special status to the holy Prophet (PBUH&HP). They had heard from the holy prophet (PBUH) several times: “Fatimah is a part of my body, anyone who bothers her, has bothered me.” (1) On the
It was as though it was yesterday when her father had asked for her presence at his deathbed, where he whispered some words in her ear. Words that would prepare her for the ingratitude and chaos that were to come
A while had passed since the usurpation of the caliphate from Imam Ali (PBUH) and the attack on the house of Lady Fatimah (PBUH), which led to her grave injuries. As her health worsened, few women in Medina came to
Oppression and being a victim of oppression by a person or a group of oppressors is a topic that dates back to the origins of man. As evident in the story of the children of Adam, when Abel said to
Abou Dharr came out of the house and announced to the people that the funeral of Fatimah (PBUH) was postponed, and asked the people to leave. The crowd dispersed gradually. Everyone had to wait till the next day to attend
Examining the history of Islam gives us a clear vision of the position of Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (PBUH) with regards to the political situations after the demise of the Messenger of Allah (PBUH&HP). Among the reactions of the daughter of
The entire period of the short life of Lady Fatimah (PBUH) after the demise of her father (PBUH&HP) was spent in confronting the ruling government and opposing their hostile actions. During this period, Lady Fatimah (PBUH) used every means she
Have we ever thought what our criterion for evaluating humanity is? To what extent do we adhere to that criterion? The existence of plants depends on two things: their power of absorption and their power of repulsion. These two powers
“Now, keep the Caliphate like a tamed and saddled camel! But with no doubt the Day of Judgment will come. And be aware that the most just ruler is Allah, and the best petitioner for justice is Muhammad, and the
As Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH&HP) body was being buried, so were his words about Imam Ali’s (PBUH) role and leadership in governing the Islamic Society. With eloquent speeches the Prophet introduced Imam Ali (PBUH) as the “Imam of the pious (Mu’minin)”,
Certain characteristics distinguish Islam from other religions. An example can be seen in its introduction of Lady Fatimah (PBUH), whom a whole chapter of the Holy Quran is dedicated solely. Allah (SWT) has desired to prolong the presence of Prophet
Each year the Imamiyyah Shiites commemorate two historic-religious events: the tragedy of Ashura, martyrdom of Imam Hussain (PBUH), and the tragic martyrdom of Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (PBUH). Indeed, it is our duty to put forth effort in keeping the memory
To some it may be unclear as to whether Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (PBUH) was oppressed and hurt after the demise of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP). The answer to this question can be clearly and completely found in the Sunni and Shia
Peace be upon you, O! Fatimah al-Zahra! Peace be upon you, O! Master of the women of both worlds from the first to the last! Peace be upon you, O! Pious who was martyred! The highest degree of humanity is
Among the factors that lead to happiness and help toward fine decision-making is modest life and being free from materialistic bonds. There are all kinds of house ornaments that appear as contributors to life but in fact require a lot
An old man entered the mosque. His clothes were torn and worn out, and his weakness prevented him from standing straight. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP) addressed him warmly after the afternoon prayer, asking about his health. The old man said: “Oh
In the holy Quran, Allah (SWT) describes the holy prophet of Islam (PBUH&HP) as follows: “Nor does he speak out of [his own] desire, it is just a revelation that is revealed [to him]”1 Based on the holy prophet’s speech
Once, Lady Fatimah (PBUH) entered upon the presence of the Messenger of Allah (PBUH&HP). Prophet Muhammad (PBUH&HP) asked her to “leave and bring me my cousin Ali and my grandsons Hassan and Hussain.” Moments later Lady Fatimah (PBUH) returned with
That night, he was listening to his mom who had turned towards Qibla at a corner of the room. He carefully watched her mom bowing down, prostrating, standing, and sitting in prayers the entire night, which was a Thursday night.
The matrimony of Ali and Fatimah (PBUT) was one of the most important and crucial matrimonies in Islam; because the father of the bride was the greatest character in the Arabian Peninsula, or in fact the entire Islamic nations and
