WHO IS HUSSAIN?

HUSSAIN son of Imam Ali

Imam Hussain was a central figure in the history of Islam and one of the most important figures in Shia Islam.

In everyday speech, "imam" is used as a term for a religious leader, while Imam (including Imam Hussain), denotes the divinely appointed successors of the Prophet Muhammad - Peace be upon him and his family (Ahlul-Bayt)

GRANDCHILD OF A PROPHET

Imam Hussain, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and the son of the venerable Lady Fatima, held the honorable position of the youngest grandson. He shared familial ties as the younger brother of Imam Hassan and elder brother of the distinguished Mrs. Zainab.

In Islam, both Imam Hassan and Imam Hussain are regarded as highly respected and significant figures. They are considered part of the Ahl al-Bayt (House of the Prophet) and play an important role in the meaning of Muslim history. They are regarded as imams and religious leaders with deep spiritual and moral qualities, and their contribution to Islam and their sacrifices are of great importance to Muslim communities around the world.

Numerous accounts recount the Prophet's public expressions of love for both Hassan and Hussain. These depictions document the deep affection and tenderness that the Prophet had for his two beloved grandsons, and have since served as a source of inspiration for subsequent generations of believers.

In Islam, both Imam Hassan and Imam Hussain are highly respected and significant figures. They are considered part of the Ahl al-Bayt (House of the Prophet), and they play an important role in the significance of Muslim history. They are considered imams and religious leaders with deep spiritual and moral qualities, and their contributions to Islam and their sacrifices have great significance for Muslim communities around the world.

Hussain received a profound learning from the wisdom of his grandfather and from the Prophet Muhammad himself. This knowledge bank was further strengthened through his parents, Imam Ali and Lady Fatima, who shared their knowledge and spiritual heritage with him. They not only conveyed the importance of faith, but also established a foundation of truths and values that Hussain carries with him as part of his heritage and commitment.

The prophet Muhammad

SON OF AN IMAM

Imam Hussain, who was the second son of Imam Ali, was chosen by God to bear witness to the messages of the Prophet Muhammad and raise the path of Islam as the third Imam after the blessed demise of his elder brother, Imam Hassan.

Hussain received a profound learning from the wisdom of his grandfather and from the Prophet Muhammad himself. This bank of knowledge was further enhanced through his parents, Imam Ali and Mrs. Fatima, who shared their knowledge and spiritual heritage with him. They not only conveyed the importance of faith but also established a foundation of truths and values that Hussain carries with him as part of his legacy and commitment.

Who is Imam Ali?

MEMBER OF THE HOUSEHOLD

Ahlul Bayt, in Arabic, is the term for the household of the Prophet Muhammad and is mentioned in the Holy Qur'an. According to followers of the 12th Imams, Imam Hussain's position is confirmed through historical sources documenting the Prophet's involvement of Hussain in significant events such as "Mubahala" (Qur'an 3:61) and "Kisa" (Qur'an 33:33).

These historical references highlight Imam Hussain's significant role and position within Islamic scriptures and traditions. They show that he was a central figure and inheritor of the Prophet Muhammad's messages and spiritual legacy. Through his participation in these famous events, Imam Hussain became a symbol of justice, devotion and resistance to oppression and injustice. His descendants, These 12 Imams were recognized for their profound knowledge, guidance and connection to the teachings of the Prophet. They served as guides to believers and strove to establish justice and divine wisdom in the world.

The prophets household

FATHER OF AN IMAM

Imam Hussain, father of the fourth Imam, Ali, also known as Zain Al-abidin (Exemplar of the Worshipers) and Al-Sajjad, left behind a profound legacy. Imam Hussain was born the son of Imam Ali and Lady Fatima, and his descent from the Prophet Muhammad gave him a unique position in the history of Islam.

Imam Al-Sajjad was present during the Battle of Karbala, but due to his mobility disability, he was not allowed to take an active part. Nevertheless, he bore witness to preserving and continuing the legacy of his father.

Imam Ali "Zain al-'Abidin" played a crucial role along with his aunt, Mrs. Zainab, in spreading the message of Hussain's brutal martyrdom and struggle for justice. Their testimonies and descriptions of the events of Karbala have handed down the story of Imam Hussain's sacrifice and his struggle for principles such as truth, justice and freedom to future generations.

"Death with dignity is better than life in humiliation"
"I prefer to die with honour than to live under oppression "
- Imam Sajjad

"Perform good deeds even when you are surrounded by evil"
- Imam Hussain

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The people living in Kufa (Iraq) had asked Imam Hussain for help as they no longer wanted to experience oppression by the then caliph; Yazid.
Imam Hussain set out for Kufa, but was stopped by Yazid's army at Karbala.
Imam Hussain did not take any army with him to Karbala precisely because he was there to create peace rather than war, and to reconcile to justice and depart from strife.
After arriving in Karbala, the first thing Imam Hussain did was to buy the Karbala land area.
Imam Hussain, along with his children and companions, was brutally murdered on the 10th of the month of Muharram. Even the youngest of his children, the infant Ali, was not spared.
Yazid's cruel army subsequently took women and children as prisoners!

What did they say about Hussain?