Overview

Sayyiduna Imam Husayn ibn Ali May Allah be pleased with him stands as an eternal symbol of truth, honor and sacrifice. His steadfastness at Karbala demonstrated that faith, justice and righteousness must never be abandoned, regardless of the challenges faced. His life and martyrdom continue to inspire millions of Muslims to uphold truth, courage and devotion to Allah and His Messenger ﷺ. He was born in the blessed city of Medina and raised under the direct care and affection of the Holy Prophet ﷺ, surrounded by faith, love and divine blessings from an early age. He is universally revered as one of the greatest personalities in Islamic history. He is a beloved grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and a distinguished member of the blessed Ahl al-Bayt. He is a symbol of courage, sacrifice, patience and steadfastness, loved and honored by Muslims throughout the world.

Full Name

Hazrat Abu Abdullah Husayn ibn Ali ibn Abi Talib ibn Abdul Muttalib May Allah be pleased with them all.

Titles

Sayyid-us-Shuhada meaning Leader of the Martyrs. Imam Husayn. Rayhanat-ur-Rasool meaning Basil of the Messenger. Sibt-e-Rasool meaning Grandson of the Messenger. Shah-e-Karbala meaning King of Karbala. Imam-e-Aali Maqam.

Lineage

He is the beloved grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. He is the son of Sayyiduna Ali al-Murtada May Allah be pleased with him and Sayyidah Fatimah al-Zahra May Allah be pleased with her. He is the younger brother of Sayyiduna Imam Hasan May Allah be pleased with him. He is a distinguished member of the blessed Ahl al-Bayt.

Date of Birth

5 Sha’ban 4 AH corresponding to 10 January 626 CE.

Birthplace

Medina.

Blessed Childhood

He was raised under the direct care and affection of the Holy Prophet ﷺ. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ loved Imam Hasan and Imam Husayn dearly. The Holy Prophet ﷺ declared that Hasan and Husayn are the leaders of the youth of Paradise. He frequently carried them on his shoulders and expressed immense love for them.

Education and Upbringing

He received education from the Holy Prophet ﷺ, Sayyiduna Ali May Allah be pleased with him and Sayyidah Fatimah al-Zahra May Allah be pleased with her. He excelled in knowledge, worship, courage, generosity, patience and leadership.

Virtues and Excellence

He was among the Ashab al-Kisa meaning People of the Cloak. He was included among the Ahl al-Bayt purified by Allah. He was renowned for humility, piety and devotion. He was known for generosity toward the poor and needy.

Services to Islam

He preserved the values of justice, truth and righteousness. He defended the honor and principles of Islam during times of great trial. He became a symbol of steadfastness and sacrifice.

The Event of Karbala

He refused to compromise on truth and justice. He travelled toward Kufa after receiving invitations from its people. He was surrounded at Karbala with his family and loyal companions. He endured immense hardship with patience and unwavering faith.

Martyrdom

He attained martyrdom on the plains of Karbala. He sacrificed his life for the preservation of truth and the dignity of Islam. His martyrdom remains one of the most significant events in Islamic history.

Date of Shahadah

10 Muharram 61 AH corresponding to 10 October 680 CE.

Place of Shahadah

Karbala.

Recognition

He is universally revered as Sayyid-us-Shuhada among the martyrs of Karbala. He is one of the greatest personalities in Islamic history. He is a symbol of courage, sacrifice, patience and steadfastness. He is loved and honored by Muslims throughout the world.

Mazaar Sharif

Imam Husayn Shrine, Karbala.

Famous Virtues Mentioned in Hadith

The Holy Prophet ﷺ said: Husayn is from me and I am from Husayn. The Holy Prophet ﷺ said: O Allah! I love Hasan and Husayn, so love them.

Legacy

Sayyiduna Imam Husayn May Allah be pleased with him stands as an eternal symbol of truth, honor and sacrifice. His steadfastness at Karbala demonstrated that faith, justice and righteousness must never be abandoned, regardless of the challenges faced. His life and martyrdom continue to inspire millions of Muslims to uphold truth, courage and devotion to Allah and His Messenger ﷺ.