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Fatima al-Zahra

Fadak: the property of Hadrat Fatima Zahra (A.S.)

Fadak: the property of Hadrat Fatima Zahra (A.S.)

Fadak is a controversial issue that has since the death of Rasulullah (s) created an open wound between the Sunni and Shi'a schools of thought. The best summary exists from Sahih Bukhari Volume 4, Book 53, Number 325:

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Lady Fatima Zahra (A.S.) on The Last Day

Lady Fatima Zahra (A.S.) on The Last Day On the Day when the oppressed shall bite their hands (in fear); when the oppressors shall be gathered in humiliation and lowliness, remembering their disgraceful and shameful deeds:

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Hadrat Fatimah Zahra (A.S.): "A Proof upon the Creation"

Hadrat Fatimah Zahra (A.S.): The short lifetime of lady Fatima (A.S.) was not enough for her real rank to be revealed through her words and deeds that were based on the invisible world; this is why she was likened to the Night of Power in its hidden implications and rank.

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Hadrat Fatima (A.S.) The Sacred Spring of Kawthar

Hadrat Fatima (A.S.) The Sacred Spring of Kawthar “We have given you Kawthar… Surely your enemy is the one who shall be without posterity.” (Holy Quran 109:1,3)

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Hadrat Fatimah Zahra(A.S.) Pleads Her Case

Hadrat Fatimah Zahra(A.S.) Pleads Her Case After all else failing, the holy Lady Fatimah Al-Zahra(A.S.), in her desperation and frustration, causes a great controversy among all the Muslims. By personally going to her Father's Mosque of Al-Madinah, after prayers had ended, to publicly expose and demand the immeadiate return of her rightful inheritance from Abu Bakr and his supporters,...

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Centuries of Poetry Speaks of Oppressions on Sayyidah Zahra (p)

Centuries of Poetry Speaks of Oppressions on Sayyidah Zahra (p) Sayyedah Fatima Az-Zahraa (a.s.), daughter of the Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.) and Sayyedah Khadija Al-Kobra (a.s.), spouse of Imam Ali (a.s.) and mother of Imam Hassan (a.s.), Imam Hussein (a.s.), Sayyedah Zeinab (a.s.) and Sayyedah Umm Kulthum (a.s.), was martyred at the age of 18 years on 13th Jamadi-ol Awwal, according to some traditions, while other narrations tell it was 3rd Jamadi-oth Thani.

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Martyrdom of Hazrat Zahra (SA) [Poem]

Martyrdom of Hazrat Zahra (SA) [Poem] Smoke and the winds bear the brunt; Whose house it is that is burnt ذ? Flames rise towards the sky. And rises there in a shrill cry.

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Blessings of Kowthar: Lady Fatima (S.A)

Blessings of Kowthar: Lady Fatima (S.A) "When one of them is brought the news of a female [newborn], his face becomes darkened and he chokes with suppressed agony.

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The Prophet's (as) Love for Fatima az-Zahra (sa)

 The Prophet's (as) Love for Fatima az-Zahra (sa) It is difficult to define the extent of the Prophet's (as) love for Fatima az-Zahra (sa) for she occupied a special place in his heart like no other person did. The Prophet's love for Fatima az-Zahra (sa) was mixed with respect and exaltation; and in addition to being motivated by the father/daughter relationship, this love was granted to her for the special talents, and .........

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The Suffering of Lady Fatima al-Zahra after Holy Prophet

The Suffering of Lady Fatima al-Zahra after Holy Prophet One of the undeniable historical facts that all Muslim historians, regardless of their school of thought, unanimously agree upon is that the beloved daughter of the Prophet, Lady Fatima al-Zahra died approximately three months after him; as a result of the great pain and suffering she endured during the incident of the attack on her house. She died at the age of 18 years and 7 months. On the day of her burial, Imam ‘Ali addressed the Prophet at his grave and said:  

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Backlash of Saqifah Event

Backlash of Saqifah Event The day after the Saqifah, ‘Umar Ibn al-Khattab, along with a group of individuals came to the house of the daughter of the Holy Prophet. In the house, there was ‘Ali Ibn Abi Talib, Fatima, and their two sons, Hasan and Husayn, who were still in a state of deep sorrow over the death of the Prophet.

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What are the different dimensions of Lady Fatimah’s (SA) character?

What are the different dimensions of Lady Fatimah’s (SA) character? The dimensions of Lady Fatimah’s (as) character are very vast and can only be understood through deep and profound thought and study. Reading and researching about her spirituality, knowledge and political struggles and the other aspects of her life, will help us in reaching our goal. According to both Shia and Sunni sources, some of her characteristics are as follows: 1- Her contentment to a simple life of small wealth and few facilities, while being able to have the best life possible. 2- Her donation and giving of things that she herself was fond of and liked. 3- Frequent worship and supplication at the peak of pureness in intention. 4- Her modesty and humility. 5- A role model in Islamic hijab and covering. 6- Her vast knowledge; a small example of it being her knowing all of the contents of the “Mus-haf Fatimah”. 7- Her political and social struggles and efforts in defending Imam Ali’s (as) successorship to the Prophet (pbuh) after his demise.

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Where was Lady Fatima Zahra (SA) buried?

Where was Lady Fatima Zahra (SA) buried? Fatima Zahra (s.a.) was born in Mecca after the prophetic mission of the Prophet of Islam (pbuh) [1] eight years before her father's migration to Medina. [2] She married Imam Ali (a.s.) when she had reached nine years of age. [3]

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The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.):“Fatima (S.A.) is a part of me;

The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.):“Fatima (S.A.) is a part of me; “What Allah gave to His Prophet from them (and), you did not spur any horse for its sake (acquisition), nor any riding camel; but Allah makes His prophets prevail over whomever He wishes, and Allah has power over all things.”

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Marriage of Hazrat Fatima al-Zahra (s.a.) and Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (a.s.)

Marriage of Hazrat Fatima al-Zahra (s.a.) and Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (a.s.) Many of us have probably placed ourselves and even others in difficult conditions and unnecessary expenses only to pass through the regular routines of life.

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A Heavenly Lady: Fatima al-Zahra

A Heavenly Lady: Fatima al-Zahra The highest degree of humanity is Infallibility, where the consent and anger is based solely upon the anger and consent of Allah (SWT). An infallible person shows content to whatever Allah (SWT) is content with, and shows anger to whatever angers Allah (SWT). Lady Fatimah (PBUH) is one whom the Almighty Allah is content when she is satisfied, and is angry when she is angry. This position has astonished many complete people.

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"Fatimah (A.S.) is the Master of All the Women of the Worlds."

In one of these statements (on which both Shiites and Sunnites agree) the Great Prophet (S.A.W.)says: "Fatimah is the master of all the women of the worlds." Although it is mentioned in the Holy Quran that Mary (A.S.) is the best woman in the worlds and has high position and is considered to be chaste and continence and is one of the four greatest women, she was the best woman of her life's period, but Fatimah's (A.S.) superiority is not restricted to her life's period and is history time.

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The Birthday of Hadrat Fatima Zahra (A.S.)

The Birthday of Hadrat Fatima Zahra (A.S.) Hadrat Khadija's(S.A.) excellent and noble characteristics are fantastic example for mankind to follow. She is the lady who gave birth to Fatima Zahra(S.A.) and brought her up with talents and virtues. Fatima Zahra(S.A.) was a descendant of two great people. Furthermore, there are undisputed facts that have been declared by the Sacred Messenger and Ahlul-Bayt (A.S.) that neither science nor contemporary discoveries have been able to conquer the deep meanings of, despite what science has achieved in these fields. Because these facts are beyond the reach of machines and telescopes, photographer's advanced lenses can not capture their rays, nor can natural or logical senses realize them. Actually, the truth goes beyond material and logical realization, for the five senses are unable to define it.

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The Exalted Holy Personality of Hadrat Fatimah Zahra (S.A.)

The Exalted Holy Personality of Hadrat Fatimah Zahra (S.A.) Name: Janabe Fatimah (s.a.) Kuniyat: Ummul Hasan, Ummul Husain, Ummul Aimmah and Ummul Mohsin Title: Zahra, Batool, Siddiqa Kubra, Mubarika, Tahira, and Sayyedatun Nisa. Father: Messenger of Allah, Hazrat Mohammed Mustafa (s.a.w.a.). Mother: Queen of Arab, Khadeejatul Kubra (s.a.), the first wife of the Prophet (s.a.w.a.) and the first woman to come under the Faith. Birth: Born five years after the Declaration of Prophethood in the holy city of Mecca. Martyrdom: 11th Hijri at Medina Munawwerah, just 75 days, after the demise of the Holy Prophet (s.a..w.a.). Grave: Due to political expediencies, and as per her own will, she was laid to rest by Hazrat Ali (a.s.) at the dead of the night. To this day, nobody knows where she is actually buried.

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Ziyarat to Hadrat Fatima Zahra (A.S.)

Ziyarat to Hadrat Fatima Zahra (A.S.) It is reported that Lady Fatima (A) said: "My father said to me: `He who prays on your behalf, Allah, Exalted and Glorified is He, shall forgive him and make him join me wherever I may be in Paradise."

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