Who is Hussain(a.s)?
Who is Hussain(a.s)?
Hussain(a.s) was the son of Holy Prophet Mohammad(a.s) and son of immaculate parents Imam Ali(a.s) and Syeda fatima(a.s).
He was mercilessly matyred in Karbala, Iraq on 10 Muharram 61AH(Ashura) along with all his family including his 6-month-old baby,by a huge army of over 30,000 soldiers of the tyrant Yazid, son of Muawiah.
Hussain (as), grandson of Prophet Mohammed (as), was God’s error-free Vicegerent on earth and Inheritor of all Guidance progressively revealed to mankind through Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Jesus, and Mohammed (peace be upon them all).
He did not pay allegiance demanded by the tyrant and willingly sacrificed everything a human being can, in this unparalleled divinely ordained test event.
This unique and supreme sacrifice prevented God’s Religion Islam ( which means submission to HIM) from obliteration. This ensured continued pristine Guidance for the Salvation of Humanity. Truth, Justice, and Freedom remained as virtues, separated from Falsehood and Injustice.
The Tragedy of Karbala
The Bada Imambara stands as a tribute to the harrowing events of Karbala. On the 10th of Muharram in 61 AH (680 A.D.), Imam Husain (a.s.) and 71 of his family members and companions were confronted with huge over 30,000 men oppressive forces of Yazid, son of Muawiah.
All of them inclusing womed and children were starved and deprived of water for 3 days, but they stood firm in their commitment to truth and justice. The forces beheaded Imam Husain (a.s.) and his companions,including his 18-year-old son, Ali Akbar (a.s.), and his 6-month-old infant, Ali Asghar(a.s.). The women and children (including his 4 year old daughter Sakina / Ruqaiya who succumbed later ) were taken captive and subjected to severe mistreatment in Kufa and Damascus.
This profound sacrifice serves as a beacon of inspiration, reminding humanity of the virtues of courage, patience, and steadfastness in the face of oppression. Lectures and elegies (Majalis) continue to be held globally, keeping the memory of Imam Husain (a.s.) alive in the hearts of millions.