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The Movement of Imam Husayn (a.s.), A Divine Mission
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Sheikh Muhammadreza Ja’fari   |
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Abstract: (18 Views) |
The following article, titled "The Movement of Imam Husayn (a.s.), A Divine Mission," presents a profound analysis of the event of Ashura, arguing that Imam Husayn's (a.s.) actions were not a mere political uprising but a pre-ordained divine mission executed according to God's will and knowledge. The analysis is structured into four distinct stages:
1. The period before the caliphate was transferred to Yazid: Examining the historical context and prevailing conditions.
2. The events from Muawiyah's death until Imam Husayn's arrival in Karbala: The Imam's decision to leave Medina and move towards Kufa, undertaken with full awareness of his destined martyrdom.
3. The events of the Day of Ashura itself: Including the sermons, actions, and the ultimate martyrdom of the Imam and his companions.
4. The period following the Imam's martyrdom: Encompassing the captivity of the Imam's family and their return to Medina.
The article emphasizes that all actions of the Infallible Imams (a.s.), including the peace of Imam Hasan and the uprising of Imam Husayn, were based on divine commandments and heavenly knowledge, not personal judgment or political expediency. Imam Husayn (a.s.) was aware of his martyrdom and its location (Karbala) from the outset and planned his movement accordingly.
Key points discussed include:
* Refuting the claim that the Imam intended to establish a government in Kufa but circumstances changed.
* Analyzing the transformation in the caliphal system after Ashura, which reduced the coercion of public allegiance.
* Exploring the motives of the Imam's enemies, including tribal grudges against Imam Ali (a.s.) and pre-Islamic prejudices.
* The profound impact of Imam Husayn's movement in preserving the outward facets of Islam and preventing its complete erosion by corrupt rulers.
* The political divisions in Kufa into three groups (true Shi'a, followers of the caliphate, and Khawarij) and their roles in the event.
* The lofty virtues and unique status bestowed upon Imam Husayn (a.s.) by God.
The conclusion asserts that Imam Husayn's uprising was a divine mission whose blessings, including the preservation of Islam, endure to this day, and its core lesson is the imperative to avoid all forms of oppression.
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| Keywords: Imam Husayn, Ashura, Karbala, Divine Mission, Martyrdom, Wilayah, Caliphate, Yazid, Muawiyah, Imam Ali, Ahl al-Bayt, Oppression, Tribalism, Kufa, Shi'a, Khawarij |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2025/10/29 | Accepted: 2025/04/30 | Published: 2025/04/30
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