Emulate the virtues of Prophet Muhammad’s daughter, Islamic Movement charges Muslims
…Holds peaceful rally in Abuja to mark her birthday
The Islamic Movement, under the leadership of Sheik Ibraheem El-Zakzaky on Friday, called on the Muslims in the country to emulate the virtues of Fatimatuz-Zahra, the daughter of Prophet Muhammad ((pbuh).
The group, also known as the Shi’ites, made the call in a statement by Fatima Ismail Hassan, on behalf of the Sisters’ Forum of the Islamic Movement, in Abuja.
The statement was released to mark the Birthday of Fatimatuz-Zahra, the Prophet’s daughter.
The Shi’ites, in the statement titled: “Fatimatiz-Zahra, A Paradigm To Mankind,” said: “She was a champion and icon of fight against evil during her lifetime.
“She stood firmly against the oppressors of her time.
“We will like to call on Muslims to research into the life of Lady Fatima (sa), as there are great lessons to be learned in terms of her struggle in the path of Allah, role in business and charity, family, and contributions to Islamic knowledge.”
The group also narrated a brief history about Lady Zahra.
“In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful.
“The Islamic Movement, under the leadership of his eminence, Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky congratulates the Muslim ummah on the joyous occasion of the birth anniversary of the beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him (pbuh), Fatimatuz-Zahra salamullahi alaiha (sa), the leader of all women from the first, till the last of creation.
“Lady Zahra (sa) was the only surviving daughter of the seal of the Prophets.
“She was born on 20th, Jimada Thani, 8 years before hijrah.
“Fatima (sa) had siblings; Ibrahim and Abdallah who died in their childhood.
“Following their death, the Quraysh began to mock Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him (pbuh), that he is without posterity.
“Allah (SWT) consoled the Prophet (pbuh) that he was given abundant good (the birth of lady Zahra), this was revealed in surah Al-Kawthar Q 108.
“Fatimatuz-Zahra (sa) is the radiant pearl of knowledge, piety, and virtue, unfortunately, limited information to buttress these points is available in Islamic history books.
“She is known for her generosity, kindness, and selflessness.
“Lady Zahra (sa) illuminates our minds with the appropriate manner to think of fellow humans, and the way we act with them.
“Her son, Hassan (as) narrated that, he always hears his mother pray for the faithful men and women, naming each one of them without including herself.”
As part of the activities to mark the anniversary, the group held a peaceful rally within Abuja.
“We had a procession today to mark the birthday anniversary of the Daughter of the Holy Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him.
“The procession started immediately after observing the Juma’at prayer at Fu’ad Mosque, beside Customs Office and we marched through Wuse Market.
“It terminated at the popular Berger roundabout.
“The Birthday celebration will last for three days here in Abuja as there will be public lecture on the intellectual and spiritual accomplishment of Fatima Zahara tomorrow Saturday 14th January, 2023.
“While on Sunday 15th January, 2023, there will be Children’s funfair, Dinner and other activities withing the city,” the statement said.