In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.


I want to tell you about the life of the greatest and most influential woman in the history of Islam. She is none other than Fatimah, the daughter of the Prophet of Light and Mercy. Join me to hear an exciting historical story.

After the Prophet married Khadijah, they had children, but unfortunately, the newborns would die, and the leaders of Quraysh mocked the Prophet, calling him "Abtar," meaning someone who has no children or heirs. 

Then, a command came from Allah for the Prophet to stay away from Khadijah for forty days, to fast and engage in worship. After the forty days were completed, Gabriel came to the Prophet and gave him a heavenly fruit, telling him to return home. 

When the Prophet returned home, the conception of Fatimah took place, and Khadijah became pregnant. One day, the Prophet said to his wife: "O Khadijah, Allah has informed me that our child will be a girl, and my lineage will continue through this daughter."

Months later, Fatimah was born, and Surah Al-Kawthar was revealed, in which Allah told the Prophet: "Indeed, We have granted you Al-Kawthar," meaning a person with great goodness and blessings. "Sacrifice a camel for her, and your enemies will be Abtar and without descendants."

According to the Quran, Abu Lahab, the uncle of the Prophet, always mocked him and called him Abtar. He had ten sons, all of whom died for unknown reasons.

The Prophet named his daughter Fatimah and said that Fatimah means that she and all those who love her will be kept away from the fire of Hell. At the time when Fatimah was born, the Arabs did not like to have daughters, and some of them would bury their newborn daughters alive. However, the Prophet would hold Fatimah in his arms, play with her, and kiss her hands and face. This behavior astonished other Arab men, and he would always say, "Whoever loves Allah loves me, and whoever loves me must also love Fatimah."

Fatimah was the only child of the Prophet, and everyone was aware of his affection for her. When Fatimah grew up, her mother Khadijah passed away, and she became her father's only supporter and companion. 

One day, while the Prophet was engaged in worship, the people of Mecca threw the skin and wool of a sheep over him. When Fatimah heard the news, she quickly went to her father, removed the sheep's skin, and with her small hands, cleaned her father's hair. Fatimah loved her father so much that they called her "Umm Abiha," meaning "the mother of her father."

When the Prophet migrated to Medina, after a while, she went to her father in Medina with Imam Ali and a few of her relatives. It was the first year of migration when Fatimah had grown into a beautiful young woman. Noblemen and dignitaries came to propose to her. Abu Bakr and Umar also sought her hand in marriage, but the Prophet said, "I am waiting for divine command," and Fatimah did not accept their proposals.

Then it was said to Ali, who had become a strong young man at the age of 25, "Aren't you going to propose to Fatimah?" Ali replied, "Yes, I would like to, but I feel shy." Eventually, he decided to go to the Prophet's house to propose. He went to the Prophet's house three times but felt too shy to express his request, so he went back again. 

The Prophet asked, "Have you come to propose to Fatimah?" Ali replied, "Yes." The Prophet said, "Fatimah has not accepted any of her suitors so far, and after I speak with her, I will give you an answer."

The Prophet went to Fatimah and said to her, "Ali has come to propose to you. What is your response to Ali's proposal?" Fatimah lowered her head in shyness, remained silent, and smiled. The Prophet was pleased and said, "Silence has always been a sign of her consent."

Gabriel descended upon the Prophet and said, "The marriage contract of Fatimah and Ali has been established in the heavens, and Allah has decreed that Fatimah will become the wife of Ali." The Prophet happily went to Ali and said, "Fatimah is pleased, but what do you have for the marriage?"

Ali replied, "I have a sword for jihad and to protect myself, a camel that I use for carrying loads and earn a living, and a coat of armor." The Prophet said, "Keep your sword and camel, but sell the armor and prepare for the wedding."

Ali sold the armor and bought some household items, part of which he designated as Fatimah's dowry. In Islamic marriage, the man must give a sum of money as a gift to his wife, known as the dowry.

After a few months, the Prophet held a wedding celebration for Fatimah and Ali, inviting all the people of Medina. He built a house next to the mosque so that Fatimah and Ali could live close to him.

Imam Ali loved Fatimah dearly, as she was a kind and generous wife. On their wedding night, she gifted her new dress to a poor person and wore her old clothes instead.

Fatimah is the greatest role model for Muslim women and men, as she was very high in both knowledge and ethics.

Fatimah had many students, both men and women, and she always taught Islamic issues and rulings to women, interpreting the Quran for them. The twelve Imams and leaders that Shia Muslims believe in are descendants of Fatimah. 

She gave birth to four children: two sons and two daughters, named Hasan, Husayn, Zaynab, and Umm Kulthum. She was pregnant with her fifth child, but due to a tragic event that occurred after her father's passing, she suffered a miscarriage, which I will tell you about in the future.

In the last four years of her life, she was the wealthiest person in the region and owned many gardens. One of her titles was "Muhaddithah," meaning someone who converses with angels. The Prophet had given her the title "Hoorah," meaning someone who resembles the women of Paradise, as Fatimah was very beautiful.

Despite her great wealth, she helped the poor, was benevolent towards people, and lived a simple life. History records that she wore a hijab and dressed very modestly, so that strange men could not see her figure. She engaged in much worship and prayed for her neighbors and friends.

Today, Shia Muslims seek her help to resolve their problems, as they believe her spirit is still kind and comes to their aid.

Dear friends, I am Rana, and I narrate the history of Islam in a simple and story-like manner. For religious consultations, you can contact me via WhatsApp.