Questions about Zainul Abideen

1. Questions about Zainul Abideen Early Life 22 Questions Dr. A.S. Hashim, MD

2. Definition of Terms in this Slide Show • Institute of Ahlul Bayt: Refers to the teachings and discussions by Ahlul Bayt. This was conducted at: • The house of the Imam • Masjid Al-Nabawi • At or near the Grand Mosque during Haj • Piety-minded: Refers to the many Schools of thought: Like that of Ibn Abbas, of Ibn Omar, Jabriah, Qadariyah, Murj’iah, Ahlul Raa’y, Ahlul Qiyas, etc. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

3. Chart the lineage of Zainul Abideen. • Son of Al-Husain and Shahr Banu • Son of Al-Hasan and Shahr Banu • Son of Al-Husain and Zainab • Son of Ali and Fatima Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

4. Definition of Terms in this Slide Show • Institute of Ahlul Bayt: Refers to the teachings and discussions by Ahlul Bayt. This was conducted at: • The house of the Imam • Masjid Al-Nabawi • At or near the Grand Mosque during Haj • Piety-minded:Refers to the many Schools of thought: Like that of Ibn Abbas, of Ibn Omar, Jabriah, Qadariyah, Murj’iah, Ahlul Raa’y, Ahlul Qiyas, etc. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

5. Who tutored Zainul Abideen in his early days? • Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) • Mainly Al-Husain + Al-Hasan + Zainab + Others of Benu Hashim • Mainly Benu Hashim • Harvard University Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

6. Mention 3 out of 5 points that Zainul Abideen learned about Mu'awiya? • That Mu'awiya had succeeded in cultivating the loyalties of several Arab tribes, making them his devotees, • That Mu'awiya had utilized the Quran to his advantage in Siffin, • a+b+ Mu'awiya had terrorized people in Iraq, Yemen, and Hijaz, to undermine Ali's government, • a+b+ Mu’awiya was most helpful to the poor and disadvantaged Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

7. Mention the other 2 out of 5 points that Zainul Abideen learned about Mu'awiya? • That Mu'awiya had reneged on his treaty with Al‑Hasan • a+ how Mu'awiya used subtle ways to win friends and influence people for taking over the Khilaafah after Ali was killed. • That Mu’awiya expanded deep into India territory • That Mu’awiya embraced Al-Hasan in governing the Islamic Ummah, Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

8. How close was Zainul Abideen to his uncle Al‑Hasan? • Zainul Abideen was close and very fond of his uncle Al‑Hasan, • and his questions were answered with the intent to teach, • a+b+ the two were often seen together, and the young boy eagerly learned from his uncle, • Zainul Abideen was at a distance from his uncle Al‑Hasan, Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

9. Describe the feeling of Zainul Abideen when Mu'awiya poisoned Al‑Hasan • It was very bewildering and painful to the 14 year old Zainul Abideen to see his beloved uncle poisoned! • Why do they do it, for wasn't Al‑Hasan such a wonderful man?!  Wasn't he the supreme leader of righteousness?! • Wasn't he the Prince of the Youth in Heaven?! • All the above. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

10. Whom did Zainul Abideen marry? • Zainul Abideen married his beloved cousin, Fatima, the daughter of Al‑Hasan, who was known for her piety, beauty, and quickness of mind. • Zainul Abideen married Fatima, the daughter of Al‑Abbas • Zainul Abideen married Fatima the daughter of Hamza • Zainul Abideen married Fatima daughter of Ali Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

11. Before leaving Medina for Kufa, Al‑Husain entrusted the Corpus of Knowledge to Umm Salama.  Who was Umm Salama? • Wife of Imam Ali • Wife of the Prophet (pbuh) • Wife of Abu Bakr • Wife of Uthman Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

12. Outline the circumstances of the beginning of Zainul Abideen's Imamah. • The last thing Al‑Husain did on day of Ashuraa was to bid Zainul Abideen his final salutation and to confer the Imamah.  • Zainul Abideen was suffering at the time from very high fever and was tormented with thirst, feeling faint to the point of unconsciousness; • a+b+ and all this was in the middle of the confusion, turmoil, and agony of the day. • His father, too busy facing the enemy, conferred the Imamah from a distance. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

13. Define Imamah. • Imamah is a designation by the Almighty, a Directive, not subject to election or negotiation.  • a+ Prophet Muhammad had already passed the information about it in several Hadiths. • Imamah means ruling the Ummah by its elected leaders • Imamah means ruling the Ummah by its elected Imams. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

14. Define Ismah. • An Imam is Ma'soom, meaning safeguarded by Allah from a) religious error, b) sin, and c) forgetfulness. • An Imam is safeguarded from Shaitan, • An Imam is safeguarded from lying • An Imam is safeguarded from aggression. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

15. List the important consequences of Karbala upon the Ummah. • Karbala was the means to preserve Islam pure and unadulterated, just as it was during the times of Muhammad. • Karbala was to expose the falsehood of Benu Umayya. • a+b+ Karbala was to preserve Islam for all generations to come. • a+b+ Karbala was simply a power struggle between Yazid and Husain. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

16. Discuss the confrontation between Ibn Ziyad and Zainul Abideen. • Within a few days of the Karbala massacre the still sick Zainul Abideen, along with the women and children, were taken to Kufa to face the governor, Ibn Ziyad. • Ibn Ziyad attempted to intimidate Imam Zainul Abideen but he was rebuffed strongly. • Questions asked were answered in a sharp manner, by both Imam Zainul Abideen and Zainab, leaving him speechless. • Ibn Ziyad could have executed them at the time, but he knew better the extent of his crime.  He therefore swallowed his pride and remained silent. Plus all above Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

17. How was the feeling of the common man in Damascus immediately after Karbala? • The common man in Damascus came to celebrate the occasion that some rebels were defeated. • The common man, however, saw a procession consisting of women on bare camel's backs, dusty and disheveled, a man in chains, all of whom preceded by 72 heads on the tips of spears!  • People were shocked at the grotesque scene, a scene you never like to see nor a scene you can ever forget. • a+b+c+ But soon the people found out that it was the family of the Prophet and no less. They became outraged. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

18. Contrast Yazid's court versus that of the family of Imam Al‑Husain. • Yazid's court was constructed along the Hellenic style of government.  Its administration, and management, were Byzantine like. • It showed evidence of opulence, being expensively decorated, and surrounded by numerous guards. A show of intimidating power. • Yazid, along with many people in his court were waiting for the captive family of Imam Al‑Husain to arrive. • a+b+c+ Finally, the 72 heads, including that of Imam Al‑Husain, were brought in and laid in the court near Yazid, almost like an offering.  Zainul Abideen, along with the women and children were unwashed, exhausted, haggard looking, but with an unforgettable look of indignation and resentment on their faces. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

19. Discuss the meeting between Yazid and Zainul Abideen. • Yazid said to Zainul Abideen, "Son of Al‑Husain, your father refused to recognize my throne and authority.....  You have seen what Allah did with him as a result of it.“ • Zainul Abideen retorted by quoting the Holy Quran, "You are visited with afflictions in this world, pre‑ordained for you.“ • a+b+ Then Zainul Abideen added, "May the curse of Allah be upon those who killed my father.“ • a+b+c+ Then he said: You have usurped my rights and tried to destroy my family. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

20. What other speeches Zainul Abideen give? • "O' people!  Allah Almighty has especially endowed us with valor, wisdom, and knowledge. • In the same way Allah has filled the hearts of the faithful with love for us. • a+b+c+ Not only this, but Allah exalted us to a higher position in comparison with any other descendant of Muhammad (pbuh). • a+b+c+ Allah has commanded Yazid to treat us right. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

21. Where did Al‑Husain's family stay while they were in Damascus? • At first in an unused prison next to the Palace of Yazid, then moved to befitting headquarters. • In an unused prison far away from the Palace of Yazid. • In befitting headquarters near the Palace. • At Yazid’s Palace itself. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

22. List some of the points Zainul Abideen mentioned in his speech to the people in the Mosque. • I am the offspring of the Lord of Mecca and Medina, and I am the issue of the Lord of Zamzam and Safa, • I am the lineal descendant of him whose forefather had lifted in his cloak the Black Stone, • I am the child of the one who mounted the Buraq and gone through the regions of Heavens • a+b+c+ I am from the progeny of the one who went up to Sidratul Mun'taha, and whom Allah had shown the spring‑head of the Wahy Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

23. What happened to Sakeena? • Sakeena, the daughter of Imam Al‑Husain, died. • a+ She was extremely attached to her father, and the events were too much for her to take. • a+ She was extremely attached to Imam Al‑Husain, and she died in Karbala. • a+ She was extremely attached to Imam Al‑Husain, and she died in Medina. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

24. How did Yazid try to shift the blame on Ibn Ziyad? • It is said that Yazid sensed the grave trouble ahead of him, for there was a stirring in the society against his rule. • Yazid apologized to Zainul Abideen, claiming he was not the cause of the massacre but placed the blame on his appointee Ibn Ziyad. • Yazid treated them better for the rest of their stay. • a+b+c+ Afterwards, Yazid allowed Imam Zainul Abideen and family to leave for Medina, escorted with guards, provisions, and people to take care of them. Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

25. How old was Zainul Abideen when the events of Karbala took place? • 17 Years old • 23 Years old • 31 Years old • 19 Years old Questions, Zainul Abideen Early Life

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