Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

Fatimah bint Muhammad (فاطمة‎ Fāṭimah; born 615 AD, 5 BH – died 28 August 632 [disputed]) was the youngest daughter and, according to Shia Muslims, the only child of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and Khadijah who lived to adulthood, and therefore part of Muhammad's household. Her husband was Ali, the last of the Rightly Guided Caliphs, and her children include Hasan and Husayn, the second and third Shia Imams, respectively. She is the object of love and respect of Muslims, as she was the child closest to her father and supported him in his difficulties, was the supporter and loving caretaker of her own husband and children, and was the only child of Muhammad to have male children live beyond childhood, whose descendants are spread throughout the Islamic world and are known as Sayyids.

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Biography . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra' . Sayyida Zaynab bt. 'Ali

How can I become a good mu’mina like Sayeda Fatima (a) and Zainab (a)? What resources or readings would provide me with more information on this subject?

Rebecca Masterton, Dr Rebecca Masterton graduated with a BA in Japanese Language and Literature; an MA in Comparative East Asian and African Literature and a PhD in Islamic literature of West Africa. She has been... Answered 2 weeks ago

There is not a lot of information in the resources about the women of the Ahl al-Bayt (as), but we can infer from understanding more about their context what some of their qualities were: they were of the politico-spiritual elite and supported the mission of Islam without putting a foot wrong. This must mean that they were both politically and spiritually knowledgeable. Sayyidah Zaynab (s) was trusted enough to teach in place of Imam al-Husayn (as) if he was not available.

Therefore, to be more like them we need to seek knowledge of Allah (swt): how He is understood Islamically and how we draw Him near to us as a friend; we need to seek wisdom and we need to understand what is wise behaviour. Islam recommends that we contemplate and reflect in order to deepen our understanding of everything, so regular moments of contemplation are recommended.

Understanding the context in which the women of the Ahl al-Bayt (as) lived can also help you to understand what role their played: what was society like in Late Antiquity and Arabia at that time? What changes to society did Islam bring?

It is good to combine a traditional reading of the Hadith and historical collections with academic studies to gain a fuller picture of how they managed to live under very difficult circumstances.
Platforms such as Academia.edu, JSTOR, Scribd, Internet Archive and Research.net can provide you with many free pdf books and papers.

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Heaven . Marriage . Imam Ali b. Abi Talib . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

Is it true that the Nikah of Imam Ali (as) with Syeda Fatima (as) was recited by Allah in heaven?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answer updated 5 months ago

The marriage of Imam Ali (AS) with Lady Fatima (AS) was ordained by Allah (SWT) when He ordered the Prophet Muhammad (SAWA): ZAWWIJ ALNOOR MINAL NOOR ( Arrangvthe marriage of the Noor (Ali) with the Noor (Fatima).

This Hadeeth was narrated in many Sunni books like Al-Mustadrak ALAL-Saheehain by Al-Haakim Al-Nisabouri (Volume 3, page 125).

This means that that marriage marriage was by order from Allah (SWT).

Wassalam.

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Narrations . Door . Sunni-Shi'a . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

Are there any authentic narrations in both Sunni and Shia books regarding the attack on Lady Fatima (SA), or is it true that there are only authentic narrations of a threat at the door but not the attack?

The attack on the house of Fatima Zahra (AS) has been admitted by leading Sunni leaders including Abu Bakr himself who openly said when he was about to die that I wish that I did not attack the house of Fatima even if it was a center of war against me. This is narrated by eminent Sunni scholars like:
1. Al-Tabarani in al-Mo'jam al-Kabeer ,
2. al-Dhahabi in Meesan al-E'tidaal,
3. Ibn Qutaiba and quoted by Ibn A'bd Rabbih in his book al-E'qd al-Fareed.
4. al-Mas'oodi in amorous al-Dhahab.
5. Ibn Asaakir in Tareekh Dimishq.
6. al-Haithami in Majma' al-Zawaa'id.
7. al-Soyouti in Musnad Fatimah
8. al-Muttaqi al-Hindi in Kanz al-Ummaal.
Beside this, we have hundreds of Sunni books who narrated about the attack and fire to burn the house or door of Fatimah e.g.
1. Tareekh al-Tabari , V.2, P. 443.
2. Mussannaf Abi Shaibah, V. 8, P. 572.
3. al-E'qd al-Fareed , V.2, P. 73.
4. Ibn Abd al-Barr in al-Estee'aab, V. 1, P. 298.
5. al-Waafi bil Wafayaat by al-Safari, V.2, P.227.
6. Kanzul Ummah , V.5, P.651.
7. Abul-Fidaa' in al-Mukhtasar Fi aakhbaar al- Bashar, V.1, P.107.
8. Ibn Taymiyyah (the staunch enemy of Ahlul Bayt) in his book Minhajul Sunnah, V.8, P. 291.
9.Ibn Hajar al-A'sqalani in Lisaan al-Mizan, V.1, P.111.
10. al-Dhahbi in Milan al-E'tidaal, V.1, P. 139 and in Siyar A'laam al-Nubalaa', V. 15, P. 578.
11. Al-Tabarani in al-Mo'jam al-Kabeer , V.1, P. 17.
12, Al-Haithami on Mo'jam al-Zawaa'id, V.2, P. 353.
and many other Sunni sources.
Wassalam.

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Asma bt. Umays . Abu Bakr . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

Did Asma Bint Umays leave Abu Bakr after the attack on the door of Lady Fatima az-Zahra (sa)?

Asma Bint Umays was always a pious lady, all along her life as she was one of the sincere followers and servants of Ahlul Bayt (A.S.). She never accepted bad deeds of others, but was patient and tolerant like the wife of Firaun, who was one of the great believing ladies despite the bad behaviour of her husband.

Wassalaam

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Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra' . Sunni-Shi'a

Who was, or were, the murderer of Syeda Fatima (sa)? And what evidence is there from Sunni references?

The house of Lady Fatima AS was being attacked by a group of Saqeefah people to force her and her husband and her family to give allegiance to the Saqeefah government. that was the reason of the very early demise of Lady Fatima AS. We believe that That attack was the reason for her martyrdom.
The attack on the house of Fatima Zahra (AS) has been admitted by leading Sunni leaders including Abu Bakr himself who openly said when he was about to die that I wish that I did not attack the house of Fatima even if it was a center of war against me. This is narrated by eminent Sunni scholars like:

1. Al-Tabarani in al-Mo'jam al-Kabeer ,

2. al-Dhahabi in Meesan al-E'tidaal,

3. Ibn Qutaiba and quoted by Ibn A'bd Rabbih in his book al-E'qd al-Fareed.

4. al-Mas'oodi in amorous al-Dhahab.

5. Ibn Asaakir in Tareekh Dimishq.

6. al-Haithami in Majma' al-Zawaa'id.

7. al-Soyouti in Musnad Fatimah

8. al-Muttaqi al-Hindi in Kanz al-Ummaal.

Beside this, we have hundreds of Sunni books who narrated about the attack and fire to burn the house or door of Fatimah e.g.

1. Tareekh al-Tabari , V.2, P. 443.

2. Mussannaf Abi Shaibah, V. 8, P. 572.

3. al-E'qd al-Fareed , V.2, P. 73.

4. Ibn Abd al-Barr in al-Estee'aab, V. 1, P. 298.

5. al-Waafi bil Wafayaat by al-Safari, V.2, P.227.

6. Kanzul Ummah , V.5, P.651.

7. Abul-Fidaa' in al-Mukhtasar Fi aakhbaar al- Bashar, V.1, P.107.

8. Ibn Taymiyyah (the staunch enemy of Ahlul Bayt) in his book Minhajul Sunnah, V.8, P. 291.

9.Ibn Hajar al-A'sqalani in Lisaan al-Mizan, V.1, P.111.

10. al-Dhahbi in Milan al-E'tidaal, V.1, P. 139 and in Siyar A'laam al-Nubalaa', V. 15, P. 578.

11. Al-Tabarani in al-Mo'jam al-Kabeer , V.1, P. 17.

12, Al-Haithami on Mo'jam al-Zawaa'id, V.2, P. 353.

and many other Sunni sources.

Wassalam.

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Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

What was the cause of death for the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Lady Fatima Al-Zahra (SA)’s house was been attacked by a group of persons to force her and her husband Imam Ali (AS) to accept the Saqeefah plot. That sever attack led to her martyrdom, although she was just 18 years old.
The attack on the house of Fatima Zahra (AS) has been admitted by leading Sunni leaders including Abu Bakr himself who openly said when he was about to die that I wish that I did not attack the house of Fatima even if it was a center of war against me. This is narrated by eminent Sunni scholars like:
1. Al-Tabarani in al-Mo'jam al-Kabeer ,
2. al-Dhahabi in Meesan al-E'tidaal,
3. Ibn Qutaiba and quoted by Ibn A'bd Rabbih in his book al-E'qd al-Fareed.
4. al-Mas'oodi in amorous al-Dhahab.
5. Ibn Asaakir in Tareekh Dimishq.
6. al-Haithami in Majma' al-Zawaa'id.
7. al-Soyouti in Musnad Fatimah
8. al-Muttaqi al-Hindi in Kanz al-Ummaal.
Beside this, we have hundreds of Sunni books who narrated about the attack and fire to burn the house or door of Fatimah e.g.
1. Tareekh al-Tabari , V.2, P. 443.
2. Mussannaf Abi Shaibah, V. 8, P. 572.
3. al-E'qd al-Fareed , V.2, P. 73.
4. Ibn Abd al-Barr in al-Estee'aab, V. 1, P. 298.
5. al-Waafi bil Wafayaat by al-Safari, V.2, P.227.
6. Kanzul Ummah , V.5, P.651.
7. Abul-Fidaa' in al-Mukhtasar Fi aakhbaar al- Bashar, V.1, P.107.
8. Ibn Taymiyyah (the staunch enemy of Ahlul Bayt) in his book Minhajul Sunnah, V.8, P. 291.
9.Ibn Hajar al-A'sqalani in Lisaan al-Mizan, V.1, P.111.
10. al-Dhahbi in Milan al-E'tidaal, V.1, P. 139 and in Siyar A'laam al-Nubalaa', V. 15, P. 578.
11. Al-Tabarani in al-Mo'jam al-Kabeer , V.1, P. 17.
12, Al-Haithami on Mo'jam al-Zawaa'id, V.2, P. 353.
and many other Sunni sources.
Wassalam.

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Oppression . Martyrdom . Imam Ali b. Abi Talib . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

What was the reason for Imam Ali (as)'s silence and abstention from using his sword when Lady Fatima (sa) was being oppressed and martyred? And, after her death, did he cooperate with her oppressors during their rule?

Imam Ali (AS) did not use his sword against those attacked Lady Fatima (SA) because he was been ordered by the Prophet (SAWA) not to fight, as figh will ignite a civil war among the newly formed Muslim society which can lead to a collapse.

‘Imam Ali (AS) helped Muslims all the time even when his right was taken away by Saqeefa people, but he never gave allegiance to them nor did he pray with them as great Suni scholar (Al-Dhahabi admitted stating that Ali never prayed with Abu Bakr, Umar and Uthman any Friday prayer nor any congregational prayer. (Siyar A'laam Annobalaa') by Al-Dhahabi.

'Wassalam.

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Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra' . Imam Ali b. Abi Talib

When sayeda Fatima was being attacked by the enemies, what did Imam Ali do in that moment?

Imam Ali (AS) was been ordered by the Prophet Muhammad (SAWA) not to fight those who will take his right because fighting can spark a civil war in the newly formed Muslim society. He obeyed the order of the Prophet and did not fight the attackers.

Wassalam.

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Women . Infallibility ('Ismah) . Ahl al-Bayt . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

Why is Fatima Al Zahra (as) the only infallible female? Are women considered inferior in the eyes of God, which is why the majority of infallibles are men?

No question of inferiority of women in Islam at all. Fatima (AS) was the lady who was granted the highest rank above all human beings including all the pious men and she is the third greatest human being after her father the Prophet Muhammad (SAWA) and her husband Ameerul Mo'mineen (AS).

Wassalam.

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Authenticity . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

Could you provide any authentic references to the tragedy of Bibi Fatima (sa), as some people deny its authenticity despite its magnitude?

The attack on the door of Fatima (s.a.) and setting fire to burn her door and her house has been mentioned in many authentic and prominent Sunni books as well as Shia books. From the Sunni books where you find this attack has been mentioned is:
   1.   Al-Imamah Wal Siyasa by Ibn Qutaibah , Volume 1 Page 30. الإمامة والسياسة لابن قتيبة .
   2.   Al-Mukhtasar Fi Akhbaar Al-Bashar المختصر في أخبار البشر Volume 1 Page 156 by Abul Fida Ismael.
   3.   Tareekh Al-Tabari by Volume 3 Page 198.
   4.   Ansaab Al-Ashraaf by Al-Balathuri أنساب الأشراف للبلاذري Volume 1 Page 586.
   5.   Al-Milal Wal Nihal narrating from Al-Nadhdham Volume 1 Page 56.
   6.   Al-Iqd Al-Fareed by Ibn Abd Rabbeh Volume 5 Page 12.
   7.   Tareekh al-Ya’qoubi, V.2, P.126.
   8.   Al-Bad’ WAL-Tareekh by al-Maqdisi, 5:151.
   9.   Al-Kaamil fil Tareekh by Ibn al-Atheer, 2:325.
   10.   Al-Mussannaf by Ibn Shaibah, 8:572.
   11.   Al-Estee’aab by Ibn Abd al-Birr, 1:298.
   12.   Al-Waafi bil Wafayaat by al-Safadi, 2:227.
   13.   It is narrated in many prominent Sunni books that Abu Bakr when he was about to die, did mention that he committed three things in his life he wished that he never did any of them. One of them is his attacking the house of Fatima (s.a.). This statement of Abu Bakr confirms the attack on the house of Fatimah and it is narrated in many Sunni books like:
   14.   Mizaan al-E’tidaal by Al-Dhahabi, Volume 2 Page 215.
   15.   In Kanzul Ummal , Volume 5 Page 631.
   16.   In Lisaan Al-Mizaan by Al-Asqalani Volume 4 Page 219.
   17.   In Murooj Al-Dhahab, Volume 2 Page 301.
   18.   In Al-Imamah Was-Siyasah by Ibn Qutaiba Volume 1 Page 18
   19.   and In Tareeq Al-Tabarri Volume 2 Page 619.
   20.   All these Sunni references and many others prove that the attack on the house of Fatima did happen and her door was burnt by the attackers. Wassalam.

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Women . Ahl al-Bayt . Battle of Karbala . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

Does آل رسول include all those from Lady Fatima's progeny?And does اہل بیت رسول include only members of the cloak or all the Imams? Can we refer to women in Karbala as being from the Ahlulbayt?

Aal e Rasool آل رسول cam mean all the family of Bani Ha him. It can also mean by our scholars all the children and grand children from Ali (AS) and Fatimah (AS). The Purified Ahlul Bayt (AS) are all the 14 Infallible.

Wassalam.

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Crying . Mahram . Sayyida Fatimah al-Zahra'

I understand that in some narrations it says that Lady Fatima used to cry so much for her father that her crying disturbed the neighbors. Does this mean that she would cry so loudly that non-Mahram men could hear her?

Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answered 1 year ago

Yes (if the narrations are correct).