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Friday, March 29, 2024

THE MARTYRDOM OF IMAM ALI (A.S)


On the night of Laylat al-Qadr (لیلۃ القدر), as the Shia world mourned the martyrdom of Imam Ali, the echoes of his Oppression resounded from the minarets of mosques. The faithful gathered to hear the story of how the Imam was struck down while in prostration, the same Imam who had fought valiantly alongside the Holy Prophet (PBUH). Even the hens of his household sensed his impending martyrdom, and they clung to his skirt in grief.

As the Imam lay injured, his supporters and companions gathered around him. He spoke to them for the last time, offering them words of advice and counsel. His voice was weak, but his words were strong. He spoke of the importance of justice and righteousness, and he urged his followers to never give up on the struggle for truth.

The Imam's words were a testament to his faith and his commitment to justice. They are a reminder to all Muslims of the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.

“Hasan, be warned! If I survive, I will punish Ibn Muljam myself. But if I die, strike him only once.”

This was the essence of the advice given by Ali, who was unmatched in his eloquence and oratory skills. Today, there is no eloquent and persuasive speech, nor is the sweetness of his words being manifested. Rather, it is simply being said briefly and comprehensively that even if one is an enemy, one should not ignore the demands of justice.

The Master of the Universe has departed. Hundreds of helpless and hundreds of friendless people have become orphans today. It seems that the saying: “Ali is from me and I am from Ali” has been fulfilled today and the meanings of its interpretation have also become clear. On the occasion of the nineteenth Laylat al-Qadr and the martyrdom of Ali, it is not possible to ignore two aspects:

First, all aspects of Ali's life should be closely related to our daily lives. We should prove ourselves to be his followers in word and deed.

Second, one end of Ali's martyrdom is connected to our lives, and the other end is connected to the court of God. That is why the fragrance of success and victory was fully felt in Ali's slogan. Through the slogan “فُزتُ و ربِّ الکعبۃ,” Ali showed that no worldly comfort has any value in the face of the pleasure of God. Today, if the sure goal of my destination is the Supreme Being, then I have reached the highest level of success and victory.

In order to increase their understanding and develop a closer relationship with Ali, young people of the modern era need to do more than just be emotionally moved by the name of Ali. They also need to make a concerted effort to incorporate the actions of Ali into their own personalities. Even a non-Muslim can express verbal sympathy.

Dr. Riaz Razee, Dated: March 29, 2024


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