Sayyida Fatimah bint Muhammad

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Sayyida Fatimah bint Muhammad (peace be upon them)

Name: Fatimah
Title: al-Zahra; al-Batul (The Pure One)
Kunya: Umm Abiha; Umm al-A’immah (Mother of her father; Mother of the Imams)
Father: Muhammad ibn Abdullah (Peace be upon him and his holy progeny)
Mother: Khadijah bint Khuylid
Born: 20 Jumada al-Thani, 5BH or 8BH
Died: 13 Jumada al-Awl, 11AH or 3 Jumada al-Thani, 11AH
Age of Death: 18 (Martyred after being inflicted with injuries)
Buried: Unknown location in Madinah al-Munarah

Lady Fatimah vs. Injustice

“…‘Then where do you stray?’[i] The Book of God is in your midst! Its affairs are apparent. Its lings are manifest. Its signs are dazzling. Its prohibitions are highlighted and its commands are clear… Yet, indeed you have cast it behind your backs! Do you wish to abandon it? Or is there something else you wish to le by? ‘How evil a substitute for the wrongdoers!’[ii] ‘Should anyone follow a religion other than Submission to God, it shall never be accepted from him, and he will be among the losers in the Hereafter.’[iii]… ”[iv]
With these intense words, a noble woman shook the very foundations of injustice. Those who appointed themselves to leadership were present. Those who – out of fear or greed – stood by and let the conspiracy unfold were also in attendance. But one righteous lady refused to be silenced by the oppression of power-mongers. Lady Fatimah’s call s ignored by many sted hearts on that day… The echo of her message, however, has continued to resonate with sound minds throughout the ages.
After the death of Prophet Muhammad, and the dark betrayal that ensued, those who appointed themselves to political leadership usurped the land of Fadak. Not only did the illegitimate lers deny that the Prophet had granted his daughter, Lady Fatimah, the land during his lifetime, but they also denied that she had the right of inheritance from her father.
This move by the ling party effectively prevented the divinely appointed leader, Imam Ali, and his supporters from the influential benefits of such a profitable property. The usurpation of Fadak had become a symbol for the usurpation of political leadership. Lady Fatimah, thus, took a stand of principle in defense of justice. History would forever record her profound wisdom and integrity.
Lady Fatimah’s position s exceptionally distinct. Yes, she s the daughter of Prophet Muhammad. She s also the wife of Imam Ali, te successor to Prophet Muhammad. But beyond that, Lady Fatimah s who she s – the radiant pearl of knowledge, of piety, of virtue…and the Muslims knew it.
The Lady of the Worlds

Prophet Muhammad, the Messenger of God, emphasized the exalted spiritual station of Lady Fatimah on numerous occasions. In one of the most evident indications of Lady Fatima’s immaculate nature, Prophet Muhammad stated,
“Oh Fatimah! Indeed God is angered for your anger, and is pleased for your pleasure.”[v]
Since God is Just and Wise, He would only be angered or pleased righteously. The Prophet’s infallible words describe Lady Fatima’s anger and pleasure as indicators of God’s anger and pleasure. Therefore, Lady Fatimah must not be mistaken in her anger or pleasure, under any circumstance.
In light of this pure quality, Prophet Muhammad also said,
“Oh Fatimah, aren’t you pleased to be the Lady of the Worlds, the Lady of this Nation, and the Lady of the Faithful…?”v
Lady Fatimah is also known by another beautiful name: Az-Zahra. This name refers to the blooming glow of Lady Fatimah’s countenance. Her sincerity and devotion to God s manifest for all to see.[vi]
Glimpses of the Pearl

The magnificence of Lady Fatimah Az-Zahra cannot be encompassed by the stories of her generosity and character alone. But mentioning some of these accounts may help us gain insight into her gracious nature.
One day, a poor man came to Lady Fatimah’s door, asking for help. At that point, Lady Fatimah, her husband, and two sons had not eaten for three days. Not having any food to offer, she gave the man the necklace she s wearing and said,
“Take this and sell it… Perhaps God will give you something better in exchange for it.”
A companion of the Prophet ended up buying the necklace off of the poor man, in exchange for clothing, a horse, some food and extra money. After having satisfied the poor man, this companion told his servant, Sahm,
“Take this necklace to the Messenger of God…and you are now his servant.”
When Sahm presented the necklace to Prophet Muhammad, the Prophet said,
“Proceed tord Fatimah, present the necklace to her…and you are now her servant.”
Sahm soon relayed the Prophet’s words to Lady Fatimah. The noble Lady Fatimah Zahra took the necklace and freed Sahm from service. Sahm then began to laugh. When Lady Fatimah asked him what made him laugh, Sahm replied,
“What made me laugh s the immense blessing of this necklace! It fed a hungry man, dressed an unclothed man, satisfied a poor man, freed a slave, and then returned to its original owner!”[vii]
On another occasion, Lady Fatimah’s older son – Imam Hassan – narrated the following,
“On Friday’s eve, I saw my mother, Fatimah, bowing and prostrating in worship until the break of dawn… I heard her continue to pray for the faithful men and women – naming each one of them. But she did not ask anything for herself in prayer. So I asked,
`Oh mother, why is it that you don’t pray for yourself as you pray for others?’
She answered,
‘My son! The neighbor, then the home.’”[viii]
With these words, Lady Zahra illuminates our minds with the appropriate manner to think of fellow human beings – let alone the y to act with them.
Oppression at Her Door

After Prophet Muhammad passed ay, Lady Fatimah Zahra cried and grieved for him continuously. The pain of losing her beloved father and mentor s only augmented by the devious plots which defied the commands of God’s Messenger. Lady Fatimah rebuked the mischievous planners in a segment of her famous speech, when she said,
“…the thorns of hypocrisy have appeared on you! The garb of faith has worn out, those of silent perversion have spoken, those of the least merit have come to the forefront and the camel of the falsifiers has growled…”iv
The oppressors in power did not accept Imam Ali’s refusal to pledge allegiance to them – they nted the credibility of Imam Ali on their side. They sought to force a pledge of allegiance from him. According to several historical accounts, the same group that s busy conspiring against Imam Ali, while he prepared the Prophet’s dead body, attacked the house of Lady Fatimah Zahra. When Lady Fatimah refused to open the door for such men, they threatened to burn the door down. A simple statement made by the leader of the gang gives a glimpse of the terror that followed.
Someone called out,
“But Fatimah is in there…”
Then came the dreadful shout of disregard,
“So what!”
Next, the intders barged in by force, squeezing the blessed Lady Zahra between the door and the ll… As a result of this event, her child, Muhsin, s aborted, and her rib s broken. Ultimately, the tragic episode led to Lady Fatimah’s martyrdom.[ix]
In accordance with Lady Fatimah’s wishes, Imam Ali buried her secretly, in the darkness of night. The Lady of Light did not nt the oppressors to lk in her funeral. To this day, the exact location of Lady Fatimah’s grave is unknown.[x]
[i] Quran 10:34

[ii] Quran 18:50

[iii] Quran 3:85

[iv] Pg. 85-86 of Alhujjatul Gharra’ Fee Thulamat Azzahraa by Sh. Ja’far Subhani

[v] Pg.17 of Alhujjatul Gharra’ Fee Thulamat Azzahraa by Sh. Ja’far Subhani

[vi] Pg. 11, Vol. 43 of Bihar Alanr by Allamah Majlisi

[vii] Pg. 57-58, Vol. 43 of Bihar Alanr, by Allamah Majlisi

[viii] Pg. 81-82, Vol. 43 of Bihar Alanr, by Allamah Majlisi

[ix] Pg. 53, 56, 62, 65, 66 of of Alhujjatul Gharra’ Fee Thulamat Azzahraa by Sh. Ja’far Subhani

[x] Pg. 74, 75 of of Alhujjatul Gharra’ Fee Thulamat Azzahraa by Sh. Ja’far Subhani










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26) The Prophet (s) said, "Fatima is a maiden of Paradise created in human form."
Manaqib Al-Imam Ali of Ibn Al-Maghazali, p. 296

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Fatima's House

The contemporary civilized world realizes the importance of paying due attention to certain spots and stctures, which are connected to identified noble people, or, valuable entities. Thus, laws related to this matter have been legislated, such as diplomatic immunity for specific individuals, and buildings, and laws which regulate the use of public places, universities, temples, and so on, that are related to science, religion, and culture.The importance of these actions and laws s known to Allah, the Exalted and His chosen worshippers from the beginning. Rules and regulations which govern entering mosques, especially the Sacred Mosque in Mecca, such as preventing certain groups of people like the infidels, “the junub, and menstating women from entering them, are a reflection of this fact. Other examples of such laws are: the necessity to keep these places pure; the importance of respecting the sanctity of mosques; the forbiddance of hunting in and around Mecca during certain periods of time.Fatima’s (sa) house is certainly one of these places, which is surrounded by sanctity, holiness and exaltation. It s built on respect, honor, and righteousness. Those who realize know the value of her house.Sheikh Majlisi (may Allah bless his soul) reported on the authority of Anas Ibn Malik that Buraidah said:


"Allah's Messenger read the verse: "In houses, which Allah hath permitted to be raised to honor; for the celebration in the, of His name: In them is He glorified in the mornings and in the evenings