Hazrat Ali

Hundred true stories of Hazrat Ali R.A

Hazrat Ali (RA) belonged to the tribe Quraish and the family of Bani Hashim in Makah. He was born In the Holy Kabah in Mecca on Friday, 13th Rajab 23 BH. He (RA) was the son of Hazrat Abu Talib (RA) the uncle of Holy Prophet (SAW), who had nourished and brought up Hazrat Muhammad (SAW). His mother Fatima bint-e Asad was also a noble lady belonging to the tribe of Bani Hashim whom the Prophet (SAW) respected as his own mother. When he was born his name was suggested by Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) that’s why his name became more significant. Hazrat Ali (R.A) had a great honor of being the first cousin of Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) and was also brought up under His kind and inspiring supervision for most of the time of his life.

First Youth to Accept Islam at the early age of 10

Hazrat Ali (RA) was the first among youth who accepted Islam just at the age of 10. Hazrat Ali (R.A) was only 10 years old when the Messenger of Almighty Allah received the very first Revelation from the Almighty Lord. He (SAW) was directed to start preaching of Islam from His own family. That’s why He (SAW) started preaching of Islam from His family and closest relatives. For this purpose, He (SAW) invited all to the meal and asked from all of them that “Who will join me in the cause of Almighty Allah?” The entire gathering remained silent, but the little Ali (R.A) stood up with great courage and made his firm belief in the Word of Righteousness known in front of all. He (RA) said, “Though my eyes are sore, my legs are thin and I am the youngest of all those present here yet I will stand by you, O Messenger of Allah.” Thus he became the first youth to enter the loop of Islam.

This shows the great valor and insight of Hazrat Ali (R.A), who did not care about the travesty of the non-believers and had an excellent amount of understanding of right and wrong at a very early age.

Risking his Life for the Holy Prophet (SAW)

When Holy Prophet (SAW) started preaching Islam everyone was against Him except some of the people in which Hazrat Ali (RA) included. Hazrat Ali (RA) never lost his courage in collaborating with his cousin and in admitting his love and loyalty towards him. On every occasion, he acted as a shield to the Prophet (SAW) against all odds. A crucial time came when enemies of Prophet (SAW) firmly decided to boycott him and the members of his household. The situation depressed so much that even their lives were in extreme danger. He (RA) always protected Prophet Muhammad (SAW) since his childhood. Our beloved Prophet (SAW) also loved him very much. The night when the Holy Prophet was migrating to Medina, his house was surrounded by the bloodthirsty tribesmen, who had plotted to kill him. They were ready to kill any person who came out of the house. In such a situation, the Holy Prophet (SAW) asked Hazrat Ali (RA) to sleep on his bed. He followed the command gladly and immediately jumped on the bed.

Therefore, at night, the Apostle (SAW) asked Hazrat Ali (R.A) to hand over the entrusted possessions to their owners, as He (SAW) had prepared to leave Makah along with Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) as directed by Allah SWT. Hazrat Ali (RA) risked his life just for the sake of the Almighty and His Messenger (SAW) as he knew that the disbelievers might slay him while he was resting in the bed of Prophet (SAW) that night. This shows the remarkable and unmatched fearlessness of Hazrat Ali (R.A) who was not concerned about his own life, rather committed his existence to serving the Holy Prophet (SAW) as he successfully returned all trusts to those they belonged the very next day, and then migrated to Medina.

Marrying to Hazrat Fatima (RA)

In the 2nd year of migration to Medina, the Holy Prophet (SAW) got many marital proposals for Hazrat Fatima (RA) who was the most beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). But He (SAW) rejected all of them and finally decided to marry her to Hazrat Ali (RA) with mutual approval.