Hawzah News Agency- Hojatoleslam Seyyed Ahmad Momeni, head of the office of Grand Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi in Isfahan, made the remarks in an interview with the Hawzah News Agency's Isfahan desk, offering condolences on the martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Siddiqa Tahira, Hazrat Fatima Zahra (peace be upon her), and emphasizing the necessity of understanding Fatimid conduct and culture.
"Hazrat Zahra's Greatness Is Beyond Human Comprehension"
He stated: "In these days dedicated to Hazrat Zahra (PBUH), when the discussion of her personality and lofty status is raised in society, how beautiful and fitting it is that we truly know this great lady of Islam; because the greatness of Hazrat Zahra's (PBUH) personality is beyond the comprehension and description of human intellect, and tongue and pen are incapable of expressing her station and dignity."
He continued: "Hazrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH) is a gift from God to humanity. Just as God revealed the Holy Quran as a compiled book for the guidance of humans and did not omit any of humanity's guidance needs in it, Hazrat Ali (PBUH) and Hazrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH) have also been introduced to the Islamic ummah as the speaking Quran and embodied divine models—such that Hazrat Ali (PBUH) is a model for men and Hazrat Zahra (PBUH) is a model for women."
Three Periods of Hazrat Zahra's Life
Referring to the short lifespan of Hazrat Zahra (PBUH), the religious expert stated: "Although the blessed life of that noble lady was about 18 years, in this short period she demonstrated in practice all dimensions and requirements of a worthy life for a Muslim woman. The life of Hazrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH) can be examined in three important periods: the period in her father's house, the period of married life with Hazrat Ali (PBUH), and the period after the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)."
He added: "Hazrat Zahra (PBUH), during her time in her father's house, taught the girls and women of the Islamic ummah the lessons of modesty, hijab, chastity, innocence, piety, asceticism, servitude, and behavior pleasing to God, and demonstrated these teachings in her behavior and practical conduct before expressing them in words."
"The Mother's Lap Is Humanity's First School"
Hojatoleslam Momeni, referring to the period of Hazrat Zahra's (PBUH) married life with Amir al-Mu'minin Ali (PBUH), stated: "During about nine years of married life with Hazrat Ali (PBUH), that noble lady was the complete model of family life, companionship, responsibility, and motherhood, and taught the Islamic society that one of the greatest and most important responsibilities of women is the responsibility of motherhood and raising children."
Emphasizing the unparalleled role of the mother in shaping children's personalities, he noted: "The station of the mother and her educational role is so elevated that in religious culture it is said that Paradise is under the feet of mothers. According to some views in the fields of science and psychology, a significant portion of human intellectual growth, reason, talents, and perfections is formed in the first years of life; therefore, the mother's lap is humanity's first school of education and training, and the responsibility of caring for, nurturing, and raising children on the shoulders of mothers is a very important and destiny-determining responsibility."
The religious expert continued: "About nine years of Hazrat Zahra's (PBUH) life alongside Hazrat Ali (PBUH) and her manner of behavior and responsibility in the family is a model and exemplar for all women and men of the Islamic society."
"The Period After the Prophet's Demise Was Full of Responsibility"
Referring to the period after the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), he said: "This period was a very difficult stage full of responsibility for Hazrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH); because Hazrat Ali (PBUH), the Imam and leader of the Islamic society, was confined to his house and his right was usurped. Fadak and Hazrat Zahra's (PBUH) rights were also taken from her. In such circumstances, Hazrat Zahra (PBUH) began her enlightening and historic uprising and movement and entered the field to defend the right and the station of Imamate."
"Why Imam Ali (PBUH) Chose Patience"
Hojatoleslam Momeni, explaining the reason for Hazrat Ali's (PBUH) patience and forbearance in those historical circumstances, stated: "Islam at that time had passed only about 23 years since the beginning of the Holy Prophet's (PBUH) mission and was still in sensitive and nascent conditions. The enemies of Islam were waiting for division and discord among Muslims to exploit this situation. For example, the Eastern Roman Empire and the royal government of Iran also saw the conditions of internal division and conflict among Muslims as an opportunity to realize their goals. Therefore, Hazrat Ali (PBUH), to preserve the foundation of Islam and prevent enemies from exploiting and creating a rift in the Islamic society, practiced patience and tolerance and did not resort to the sword."
He added: "In contrast, Hazrat Zahra (PBUH), in the position of defending the Imam, master, leader, and guide of the Islamic society, considered herself obliged to defend and support the velayat and spared no effort in this path. She endured many hardships and injuries in the path of defending the right and velayat, and according to historical reports and Shia narrations, even her six-month-old child was martyred and her blessed side was injured."
The Historic Sermon in the Prophet's Mosque
Referring to the historic sermon of Hazrat Zahra (PBUH) in the Prophet's Mosque, the religious expert stated: "That noble lady, along with a group of Banu Hashim women, went to the Prophet's Mosque in a courageous move and delivered her historic sermon while Abu Bakr was on the pulpit. In this sermon, Hazrat Zahra (PBUH) defended her right regarding Fadak, explained the righteousness and oppression of Hazrat Ali (PBUH), and shed light on what she considered the usurpation of the right of Imamate and caliphate."
He emphasized: "Hazrat Zahra's (PBUH) movement was not merely a defense of a personal right; rather, through this action she reminded the Islamic ummah of its historical duty and taught Muslims that in every time and circumstance they must defend the rightful Imam and leader, support him, and take steps in the path of his guidance and leadership."
"When the Ummah and the Imam Are Together, Islam Progresses"
Hojatoleslam Momeni, emphasizing the bond between the ummah and the Imam, stated: "Whenever the ummah and the Imam are together, Islam will traverse the path of progress and elevation, and the enemies will fail in achieving their goals. The people's companionship and support of the Imam and leader of society plays an important role in maintaining cohesion, power, and steadfastness against enemies."
Referring to the current conditions of society and the people's presence in support of the leadership, he added: "As we witness in society, the people, by supporting their Imam and leader—both during the era of the martyred leader and in support of the current leader—have not left the field empty over the past months and have been present on the scene with all their being, love, and affection, defending and supporting. This presence and mujahid movement has caused the enemy's failure and turned his hopes into despair."
The religious expert continued: "We must learn from Hazrat Zahra (PBUH), who sacrificed her life and existence to defend the Imam and velayat, and by following the rich Fatimid school, be present on the scene with all our being, not leave the field of defense and support, and not allow the enemies to achieve their goals."
Call for Unity and Presence
Inviting the people to maintain unity, presence, and steadfastness on the scene, he expressed hope: "By God's grace and by resorting to the conduct of Hazrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH), final victory will be achieved, the warriors will attain victory, and the nation will witness joy, pride, and further progress."
Hojatoleslam Momeni concluded by praying for Imam Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance), stating: "We ask God Almighty to keep the existence of our dear leader safe and protected, and through him, with divine grace and under the shadow of the people's presence and companionship on the scene, the flag of the Islamic Revolution be handed over to its true owner, Hazrat Imam Mahdi (may God hasten his reappearance)."
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